Sri Shankara AyurVAID Centre for Integrative Oncology (SSAVCIO)

Cancer Prevention, Adjuvant Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Survivorship and End of Life Care

Basavangudi, Shankarapuram - Key highlights

About Basavangudi, Shankarapuram

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We are one of the Best Ayurveda Cancer Hospital in Bangalore The “Sri Shankara-AyurVAID Centre for Integrative Oncology” (SS-AV CIO) has been set up jointly by Sri Shankara Hospital & Research Centre (SSCHRC) and AyurVAID Hospitals within the SSCHRC premises in Bangalore. This is perhaps for the first time in India that such a dedicated facility with comprehensive integrative care will be made available to cancer patients. Ayurvedic Hospital in Shankarapuram, Basavangudi accompanies with Primary cancer management spanning prevention, adjuvant care, rehabilitation, and survivorship shall be appropriately supported by classical Ayurveda medical care in a unique, patient-centric, protocols-driven care model.

Quality of Life (QoL) of cancer patients is impacted on two counts:

The disease itself and the cancer-directed-therapy (CDT). Increasingly, globally, integrative palliative care is being initiated in parallel with the CDT to improve tolerance, to reduce side effects, and to maximise longevity with enhanced QoL. An enhanced definition of QoL also means the presence of positive factors (presence of good sleep, appetite, excretion, state of mind, energy levels, normal skin and hair, etc.) as opposed to merely ensuring the absence of (negative) side effects.

A deeper, integrative approach is required that takes into account the different cancer types, its stage, the manifested symptoms, and to address the root-cause disease and wellbeing influencing factors such as inflammation, cancer proliferation factors, and gut metabolism.

“Integrative Oncology combines conventional medicine, complementary medicine (Ayurveda and Yoga in this case), diet, and lifestyle approaches in a manner that is comprehensive, personalized, evidence-informed, and safe in order to achieve optimal health and healing across the cancer care continuum and to empower people to prevent cancer and become active participants before, during, and beyond cancer treatment 1″.

It is this enhanced vision of the cancer hospital that the Sri Shankara-AyurVAID Centre for Integrative Oncology (SS-AV CIO) seeks to realize leading to higher longevity with well-being in body-mind-spirit dimensions for Cancer patients.

The SS-AV CIO shall also progressively undertake preventive and palliative care initiatives at home and community levels.

Facilities at Basavangudi, Shankarapuram

Facilities

The Shri Shankara-AyurVAID CIO provieds one of the best Ayurveda cancer treatment, located on the ground and third floors of Sharada Kripa Building on the SSCHRC campus.

  • Consultation Rooms on the ground floor of Sharada Kripa Building
  • Full-fledged Panchakarma theaters to render classical, precision Kerala Ayurveda therapies in Sai Kripa Building, 3rd Floor
  • Comfortable recovery rooms, where necessary, for patients to rest post-therapies availed on out-patient/day-care basis, in Sai Kripa Building, 3rd Floor
  • In-patient rooms primarily for Ayurveda medical management in SSCHRC main block
  • Adjuvant care is provided at the bedside in SSCHRC main block
  • Medicine Preparation Room to prepare fresh medicines and dietary inputs for therapies as well as selectively for internal consumption
  • Kitchen for personalized Ayurveda diet shall commence soon

About AyurVAID Hospitals

AyurVAID is India’s 1st NABH accredited Ayurveda cancer Hospital in Bangalore, and the 1st and Only National Quality Award winner from the Ayurveda sector. We provides the best and quality assured Ayurvedic Treatment in Basavangudi, Shankarapuram. With a total of 4 hospitals that are NABH accredited and 1 that is JCI (American Standards) accredited, AyurVAID is the pioneer and leader in quality systems-driven, precision Ayurveda medical care. Patient-Safety is a key and abiding commitment. AyurVAID offers insurance approved cashless Ayurveda medical care (subject to policy T&C) for serious diseases across its 8 hospitals spread over Bengaluru, Kochi, Gurugram, and Almora (in the Himalayas). The AyurVAID team comprises of highly qualified Ayurveda physicians and nurses trained to respond to the special needs of Cancer patients. AyurVAID has treated over 125,000 patients across medical specialties to date since its inception in 2005 and remains committed to mainstream Ayurveda as an evidence-based system of medical care serving all sections of society.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ayurveda complement conventional cancer treatments at AVCIO, Basavangudi?
Cancer treatment at AVCIO, Basavangudi, incorporates Ayurveda therapies with conventional cancer treatment and provides personalised, holistic support at all stages of cancer care. It enhances functional health, improves treatment outcomes, manages side effects, boosts resilience, and supports long-term survivorship.
What specific therapies are offered at AVCIO for cancer patients?
AVCIO offers all kinds of Panchakarma treatments like Vamana, Virechana, Nasya, Vasti, Raktamokshana and classical Kerala Panchakarma Bahyakarmas or external therapies like shirodhara, pizchil, njavara kizhi, etc that are customised according to the patient's condition. Therapies address side effects such as hair loss, nausea, cachexia, mucositis, GI issues, dysphagia, myelosuppression, skin issues, neuropathy, pain, and aim to improve sleep, appetite, digestion, bowels, vitality, immunity, and overall well-being. Integrative approaches combine Ayurveda and Yoga, diet, and lifestyle in a personalised, protocol-driven model.
Is Ayurveda safe to use alongside conventional cancer treatments at AVCIO, Bangalore?
Yes. The cancer care program at AVCIO, Bangalore, is designed to be non-conflicting and complementary to conventional treatment as it aligns the treatment plan with the main cancer therapy, after working closely with each patient’s oncologists, dietitians, and physiotherapists. The Ayurveda cancer treatments are evidence-based and aim to improve tolerance, reduce side effects, enhance survivorship, and improve the patient’s quality of life. Patient progress is regularly monitored through standardised scales and timely lab investigations, with follow-ups and updates shared with the primary oncology team to ensure coordinated care.
Are the treatments at AVCIO in Basavangudi personalised for each patient?
Yes. The cancer care program at AVCIO, Basavangudi, is personalised for each patient after discussion with the patient’s oncologist and regular monitoring to make specific changes in the treatment plan.
Does AVCIO in Bangalore accept insurance for Ayurvedic cancer treatments?
Yes. AVCIO in Bangalore offers cashless insurance, empanelment, and reimbursement options for treatments and is approved by a large number of Insurance providers and third-party administrators (TPAs).
Does Apollo AyurVAID Cancer Integrative Oncology Centre, Basavangudi, provide rehabilitation for cancer recovery?
Apollo AyurVAID Cancer Integrative Oncology Centre, Basavangudi, provides comprehensive rehabilitation for cancer recovery, addressing both physical and emotional aftereffects of treatment, and facilitating improved quality of life. The treatments are personalised to each patient’s condition, ensuring integrated and supportive care throughout the cancer journey.
Which cancer types and stages are treated at Apollo AyurVAID Cancer Integrative Oncology Centre, Basavangudi?
Apollo AyurVAID Cancer Integrative Oncology Centre, Basavangudi treats all major cancer types at various stages, offering personalised care protocols tailored to individual patient needs throughout prevention, adjuvant therapy, rehabilitation, survivorship, and promotive health phases.
How can I book an appointment at Apollo AyurVAID Cancer Integrative Oncology Centre, Basavangudi (online, phone, or WhatsApp)?

To book an appointment at Apollo AyurVAID Cancer Integrative Oncology Centre, Basavangudi, you can call +918951244003 or book an appointment online - https://ayurvaid.com/doctors/

Do you offer cashless insurance, empanelment, or reimbursement options for treatments at Apollo AyurVAID AVCIO?
Yes. Apollo AyurVAID AVCIO, offers cashless insurance, empanelment, and reimbursement options for treatments and is approved by a large number of Insurance providers and third-party administrators (TPAs). AyurVAID hospitals are registered under the Government of India’s Registry of Hospitals in Network of Insurance (ROHINI), adhering to the guidelines set by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

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