Onco nutrition
Onco nutrition
A cancer diagnosis brings along a lot of questions about nutrition and diet. Proper nutrition is essential for living well during and after cancer treatment. Research proves that proper nutrition is an important factor in boosting immunity and helps in preventing cancer, as well as increases the effectiveness of cancer treatment
At Cytecare, to administer personalised care to all its patients, the multidisciplinary team of experts devise the dosage, the pattern of administration and the implications of the therapy on the overall well being of the patient.
Why Cytecare
When a cancer patient undergoes a series of treatments involving surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, biologic therapy (immunotherapy), or a combination of treatments, the rendered treatment(s) manages to exterminate the unhealthy/cancer cells. However, as an unwanted side-effect, the healthy cells in the patient's constitution have to bear the aftermath which gets rendered in the following manners:
- Loss of appetite
- Sore mouth or throat
- Dry mouth
- Changes in taste or smell
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Fatigue
- Loss of body weight
The above complications/side-effects necessitate proper nutritional intervention for the patient's well-being. A fine-tuned Nutritional intervention not only helps in boosting one's immunity but also acts as a deterrent against Cancer thereby increasing the overall effectiveness of cancer treatment.
The field of Onco-Nutrition is aimed at making the Cancer patients feel better & stay stronger. In Cytecare, we as a team, tirelessly work with patients, their families & the rest of the medical fraternity in order to ensure that the optimum diet reaches the Cancer patients both during and after their treatment.
Our team comprises of a rich mix of experience & expertise on dealing with a wide spectrum of dietary interventions that are deemed absolutely necessary when it comes to ensuring effective treatment of cancer patients. We believe in meeting out the optimum care aimed at supplementing a cancer patient's on-going treatment with the vitality that aids in his/her cure in the best manner possible. We have a tried & tested process which has yielded positive results in many cancer survivors and we take pride in making them smile post our effective consultations.
Healthy eating
When it comes to healthy living, food and nutrition play a vital part. Small but consistent changes in diet and nutrition can make a big difference to overall health. A healthy diet must provide a good balance of carbohydrates, proteins, fats and other nutrients.
A balanced, nutritious diet has been found to not just help the body cope with the stress of an illness but also aids in the recovery process. A well-formulated diet plan can help you maintain your weight during your cancer treatment. In addition, it will ensure that your body has the right amount of hydration and nutrients that it needs for its repair and healing.
Apart from nutrition counseling in oncology, we also deal with:
- Diet counseling for onco screening patients
- Nutrition education for lifestyle diseases
- Nutrition education for obesity & weight management
Doctors
Mrs. Divya Jain
Associate Manager- Onco-Nutrition, MSc. Food and Nutrition
Divya has a vivid experience for more than 11 years, with world renowned JCI, NABH, NABL accredited Cancer and multi speciality hospital. She has been trained from most prestigious hospital AIIMS, New Delhi. She is passionate about helping people heal and maintain good health, combined with her love for food, to help her patients receive the best plan of care. She is also involved in giving health talks and sessions on healthy eating.
Ms. Devi Rajan
Associate Dietician, M.Sc Nutrition & dietetics
Devi has experience in working with oncology patients and she has done her Masters degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from MS university, Tamil Nadu. She has also trained at the prestigious St. Johns medical college hospital in the department of Dietetics. She has a very balanced approach to nutrition, and really believe that being healthy and living a healthy balanced lifestyle, in terms of nutrition, exercise and mental well being, is key.
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DR AKSHAY KUDPAJE
Senior Consultant & Director - Head & Neck Oncology
DR APARNA SUBRAYA GANGOLI
Senior Consultant & Head - Laboratory Medicine
DR DEEPAK G SHIVARATHRE
Senior Consultant - Orthopaedics and Ortho Oncology, Cytecare Hospitals, Director - Spire clinics
DR DINESH RAJU
Senior Consultant and Clinical Lead – Department of Anaesthesiology, Critical Care and Pain
Dr G. Rama Mohan Reddy
Consultant - Nuclear Medicine
Dr Harish P
Senior Consultant - Medical Oncology, Hemato Oncology & BMT
DR KOMAL D CHIPPALKATTI
Consultant - Pathology
DR L NARENDRA PRASAD
Senior Consultant - Internal Medicine & HIV Medicine
DR POORNIMA SUBRAHAMANYA
Consultant, Gastrointestinal & HPB Surgery
DR Poovamma C U
Senior Consultant and Director- Breast Oncology
DR Prasad Narayanan
Senior Consultant & Director - Medical Oncology, Hemato Oncology & BMT
DR Punyashree RM
Associate Consultant - Gynaec Oncology
Dr Raghavendra Babu
Senior Consultant & Director - Gastrointestinal & HPB Surgery
Dr Sharath kote. G.S.
Consultant - Medical Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
DR SUHAS M.S.
Consultant - Internal Medicine
DR Swati Bhat
Senior Consultant & Director - Pain & Palliative Care, Interventional Spine Specialist
DR T Surendra Reddy
Senior Consultant and Director - Radiation Oncology
DR. ANTHONY PAIS
Senior Consultant – Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
DR. GURURAJ S PURANIK
Senior Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedics
DR. MOHAN KESHAVAMURTHY
Senior Consultant - Uro Oncosurgery
DR. SHOBHA K
Senior Consultant- Gynaec Oncology
DR. SHREYAS NAGARAJ
Consultant- Uro Oncosurgery
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Bhargavi
"I have found all the staff so far at Cytecare Cancer Hospitals are courteous.Dr. Poovamma was the cancer doctor who did my surgery. I thank her for her excellent care, patience, responsiveness and treatment. All the nurses, coordinators I have met were also responsive and caring. Everything is well organized and planned. My experience at this Cancer Hospitals in bangalore has been all good. Thank you all."
Esther Prabha
“My aunt underwent cancer treatment at Cytecare Cancer Hospitals. I must say the cleanliness and taking care of patients was a priority. Mr Morris responded well. Really it's an excellent cancer hospital in bangalore. Cancer doctors, nurses and housekeeping department were good. Especially, I respect Mr Morris's response on time.”
JAYAVARDHANA.C
"Very kind and helpful staff and doctors. The hospitality of Cytecare Cancer Hospital is excellent and all the services are provided in an effective manner. The response from all the departments is good. My uncle underwent cancer surgery and he is responding well with chemotherapy too. We expect a good outcome by the end"
Roopak Poddar
"The first experience with this cancer hospital has been very good, the staff are very friendly, very attentive and ready to sort out the queries and cooperative, Doctors are polite and explain the problem very well, and make us understand about the complexity in simple language. I can say; it’s one of the best cancer hospitals in Bangalore. The hospital is very clean and housekeeping guys are very active and immediately clean up the place wherever they find it’s dirty."
Sanju Navya
"The staff and doctors maintain a good ambiance. Recommended for any kind of cancer treatment. The doctors will assist you clearly further."