Geriatric Oncology

Services Offered:

1. Comprehensive Cancer Evaluation:

• Thorough assessment of cancer diagnosis, stage, histology, and prognostic factors
  through imaging studies, biopsies, and laboratory tests.
• Evaluation of medical history, performance status, comorbidities, and geriatric
  assessment to guide treatment decisions and supportive care interventions.

2. Individualized Treatment Planning:

• Development of personalized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs,
  preferences, and goals of each elderly cancer patient.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to consider factors such as tumor
  biology, treatment efficacy, potential toxicities, and patient-centered outcomes.

3. Surgical Oncology:

• Evaluation and management of surgical treatment options for cancer, including
  tumor resection, lymph node dissection, and reconstructive surgery.
• Consideration of surgical risks, functional outcomes, and postoperative recovery
  in elderly patients with cancer.

4. Medical Oncology:

• Administration of systemic cancer therapies, including chemotherapy, targeted
  therapy, immunotherapy, and hormonal therapy, based on tumor type, stage, and
  molecular characteristics.
• Modification of treatment regimens to account for age-related changes in drug
  metabolism, organ function, and tolerance.

5. Radiation Oncology:

• Delivery of radiation therapy (radiotherapy) for localized cancer treatment,
  including external beam radiation, brachytherapy, and stereotactic radiosurgery.
• Optimization of radiation treatment plans to maximize efficacy while minimizing
  toxicity in elderly patients.

6. Palliative Care Integration:

• Integration of palliative care principles into cancer treatment plans to address
  symptom management, quality of life, and supportive care needs.
• Collaboration with palliative care specialists to provide holistic, patient-centered
  care throughout the cancer journey.

7. Geriatric Assessment and Supportive Care:

• Comprehensive geriatric assessment to identify and address age-related issues,
  functional impairments, cognitive deficits, and psychosocial concerns.
• Implementation of supportive care interventions, including pain management,
  nutritional support, psychosocial counseling, and symptom control.

8. Clinical Trials Participation:

• Enrollment in clinical trials to explore innovative cancer treatments, supportive
  care interventions, and geriatric oncology research in elderly patients.
• Collaboration with research teams to evaluate novel therapies, biomarkers, and
  treatment strategies specifically tailored to older adults with cancer.

9. Survivorship Care Planning:

• Development of survivorship care plans to address long-term follow-up care,
  surveillance, late effects monitoring, and health maintenance for elderly cancer
  survivors.
• Education on survivorship issues, lifestyle modifications, screening
  recommendations, and psychosocial support resources.

10. End-of-Life Care and Hospice Referral:

• Coordination of end-of-life care discussions, advance care planning, and hospice
  referrals for elderly cancer patients with advanced disease or limited treatment
  options.
• Ensuring compassionate, patient-centered care aligned with individual
  preferences, goals, and values during the end-of-life phase.

Geriatric Oncology Services at Vrudhya in Zymus Hospital are provided by a dedicated team of
oncologists, supportive care specialists, and allied healthcare professionals who are committed to addressing the unique needs of elderly cancer patients and optimizing their care throughout the cancer journey. We strive to deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and personalized care that improves outcomes and enhances quality of life for older adults living with cancer.