CION Ameerpet
Hyderabad's Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Network
Every breast cancer treatment.
4.8 · 800+ Google reviews · 96.9% breast cancer survival rate*
Every breast cancer treatment.
One panel. One roof.
Chemotherapy, breast conservation surgery, mastectomy with reconstruction, radiation, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy — all delivered at CION by a panel of 17+ oncologists following NCCN American protocols.
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Tumour board reviews every breast cancer case — medical, surgical & radiation oncologists, together
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Free 45-min in-person consultation with a senior oncologist (worth ₹950)
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Written treatment plan + cost estimate before anything begins
4.8 · 800+ Google reviews · 96.9% breast cancer survival rate*
17+
Cancer Specialists
on Panel
on Panel
96.9%
Breast Cancer
Survival Rate*
Survival Rate*
15,000+
Patients
Treated
Treated
4.8★
Google Rating
(800+ reviews)
(800+ reviews)
12+ Centres in Hyderabad · Pick yours
CION breast cancer care is closer than you think.
We're never more than 30 minutes away. Same panel of breast-cancer specialists at every centre. Same tumour board reviews. Same NCCN protocols. Pick the closest one and call directly — or let us pick for you.
CION Ameerpet
CION Kukatpally
CION L.B. Nagar
CION Tolichowki
CION Masab Tank
CION Banjara Hills
CION Kompally
CION Siddipet
CION Sangareddy
Not sure which centre fits best? Tell us where you are — we'll suggest the closest one with the right breast cancer specialists.
Beyond Hyderabad
35+ centres across Telangana & Andhra Pradesh
Travelling for breast cancer treatment? We may have a centre right where you are.
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Don't see your city? Call 18002028726 — we'll find your nearest CION partner centre.
Meet The Specialists
17+ senior cancer specialists. One panel for your case.
Trained at AIIMS, Tata Memorial, and leading international centres. Combined 150+ years of experience. Every complex case is reviewed by 3+ of them — together.
Medical Oncologist
Medical Oncologist
Dr. C. Raghavendra Reddy
MBBS(Gold Medal), DNB(General Medicine), DM(Medical Oncology)(Gold Medal)
Medical Oncologist
Dr. Bharati Devi Gorantla
MBBS, MD(General Medicine), DM(Medical Oncology)(Adyar,Chennai), ECMO, MRCP SCE(UK)
Medical Oncologist
Dr. Owais Mohammed
MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DrNB (Medical Oncology), ECMO, MRCP SCE (Medical Oncology) (UK)
Medical Oncologist
Medical Oncologist
Surgical Oncologist
Dr. Muralidhar Muddusetty
MBBS (AIIMS), MS (Surgery) (AIIMS), DNB (Surgical Oncology), MRCS (Edinburgh)
Surgical Oncologist
Surgical Oncologist
Surgical Oncologist
Dr. Vinay Mamidala
MBBS, MS(General Surgery), M.Ch(Surgical Oncology), FMAS, FARIS(Ongoing)
Surgical Oncologist
Radiation Oncologist
Radiation Oncologist
Radiation Oncologist
Hematologist
Interventional Radiologist
Dr. Mohammed Imran
Surgical Oncologist
Dr. Vajja Sandeep Kumar
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), DrNB (Surgical Oncology), FALS Oncology
Surgical Oncologist
Want a specific doctor for your case? Mention them when booking.
Free Consultation
Speak to a breast cancer specialist — no commitment required.
You've seen our data. Now meet the team. Book a free 45-minute consultation and get a detailed review of your reports by a senior oncologist.
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Detailed report review by a breast cancer specialist
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Clear treatment options & written cost estimate
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Confidential · No commitment to start treatment
"What's it actually going to cost?" — every family.
Cost TransparencyIndicative cost ranges. Written estimate at consultation.
Ranges below are typical CION costs in 2026 — actual cost depends on your stage, regimen, hospital duration, and any complications. You'll get a written line-by-line estimate at your free consultation, before treatment begins.
| Treatment | Indicative Range (INR) | What changes the cost | Insurance / ArogyaSri |
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| Breast Conservation Surgery (Lumpectomy + Sentinel Node Biopsy) | ₹85,000 – ₹1,75,000 | Tumour size · Frozen-section needed · Length of stay | Mostly cashless |
| Mastectomy (without reconstruction) | ₹1,40,000 – ₹2,80,000 | Modified radical vs simple · Axillary clearance | Mostly cashless |
| Mastectomy + Reconstruction | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,50,000+ | Implant vs flap-based · Single vs multi-stage | Partial — reconstruction often capped |
| Chemotherapy (full course, 4–8 cycles) | ₹80,000 – ₹4,50,000 | Regimen · Brand selection · Targeted agent included | Mostly cashless under all major plans |
| Radiation Therapy (full course, 15–30 sessions) | ₹1,20,000 – ₹3,50,000 | IMRT vs IGRT vs SBRT · Number of fields | Mostly cashless |
| Hormone Therapy | ₹6,000 – ₹50,000 | hormone therapy (cheapest) vs AI · Generic vs brand | Many insurance plans cover |
| HER2 Targeted Therapy (HER2-targeted therapy, full year) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹14,00,000 | Innovator vs biosimilar · Number of cycles | Cashless under select premium plans · ArogyaSri partial |
| Immunotherapy (immunotherapy regimen) | ₹15,00,000 – ₹40,00,000 | Duration of therapy · Combination with chemo | Few insurance plans — patient assistance available |
| Diagnostics & Imaging (one-time) | ₹15,000 – ₹65,000 | Mammogram, MRI, biopsy, IHC/FISH testing | Mostly cashless |
ArogyaSri patients: Most surgical and medical oncology procedures covered fully. Bring your card and Aadhaar — we handle paperwork end-to-end.
Patient assistance for high-cost agents: For HER2-targeted therapy, advanced HER2-targeted therapy, immunotherapy — we help apply to manufacturer assistance programmes and biosimilar pathways. We've reduced out-of-pocket cost by 40–80% for many patients.
No verbal-only quotes: Every CION patient gets a written estimate before treatment starts. Verbal estimates are never billed differently — that's a written commitment.
Disclaimer: Ranges are indicative as of 2026. Final cost confirmed only after consultation and review of your reports.
Real Stories. Real Voices.
15,000+ patients chose CION. Hear from them directly.
These aren't paid endorsements or written reviews. These are video testimonials from real patients and families — recorded on their own phones, in their own words. Pick any one. Watch it. Then decide.
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"What happens now?" — the question every family asks first.
The First 30 DaysFrom diagnosis to starting treatment — what to expect.
The first month after diagnosis is the most overwhelming. Decisions stack up, appointments accumulate, and you feel rushed. Here's the actual sequence that works — used by every CION patient — so you don't lose time on the wrong things.
Week 1
Confirm the diagnosis. Don't rush.
- Get the biopsy report in your hand — not just the verbal summary
- Confirm receptor status: ER, PR, HER2, Ki-67 — these decide everything
- If HER2 is "borderline" (2+), insist on FISH testing before any plan is made
- Ask for a copy of the slides — you'll want a second pathology review
What we do at CION: Free pathology review by our breast subspecialty pathologist if you bring slides. No charge if you don't proceed with us.
Week 2
Stage the cancer. Get the scans.
- Mammography (both breasts) + Ultrasound — if not done
- MRI for cases with dense breasts, multifocal disease, or BRCA risk
- PET-CT or bone scan for Stage II/III to check distant spread
- Echo + ECG if HER2-positive (baseline before HER2-targeted therapy)
What we do at CION: Same-day mammography + ultrasound at flagship branches. PET-CT scheduled within 48 hours.
Week 3
Meet your full panel.
- Medical oncologist — discusses chemotherapy and targeted therapy options
- Surgical oncologist — assesses BCS vs mastectomy, sentinel node biopsy
- Radiation oncologist — plans radiation if indicated
- Plastic surgeon — discusses reconstruction options if mastectomy is needed
What we do at CION: All 3-4 oncologists meet you in one visit. Tumour board reviews your case before recommending a plan.
Week 4
Make the plan. Start.
- Get the written treatment plan with sequence and timeline
- Get the written cost estimate, line by line, before treatment
- Insurance pre-authorisation submitted (we handle paperwork)
- Port placement scheduled if chemo-first plan
- Fertility preservation referral if relevant — before chemo starts
What we do at CION: Treatment usually starts day 25–30. Faster if your case is urgent. Slower if you want a second opinion — both are fine.
You don't have to start treatment in 24 hours. Breast cancer treatment can almost always wait 1–2 weeks for proper staging and a considered plan. Beware any hospital that pressures you to start immediately — that's a red flag, not a sign of urgency.
Bring your reports. We'll start the sequence.
"I just wish someone had told me what to actually expect." — past patient
What Treatment Actually Looks LikeYour treatment, walked through honestly. Day by day.
Most websites sell expertise. We'll do something more useful: tell you exactly what happens at each stage of the treatment your doctor recommended — what to bring, what you'll feel, what we do to make it easier.
Total time: 3–6 months (typically 4–8 cycles)
Hospital time: Outpatient · 4–6 hours per session
Frequency: Every 2–3 weeks
- Before Cycle 1 — Port placement (optional)
A small port is placed under your skin near the collarbone. 30-minute day-procedure. Means no painful repeat IVs throughout treatment. Most patients we treat at CION choose this. - Cycle 1 — Day 0
Bloods drawn first to confirm you're ready. Once cleared, nausea-prevention support starts 30 minutes before the chemo to pre-empt sickness. Then the chemo itself drips through — you sit, watch a film, eat, scroll your phone. We monitor every 30 minutes. - Days 1–7 after each cycle
Days 2–4 are usually the toughest — fatigue, nausea, taste changes. We give you a clear care kit + a 24/7 helpline. Days 5–7 most patients start feeling more like themselves. - Days 7–14 — White-cell low point
Your immunity dips. We screen you weekly. Avoid crowds, mask up, no raw food. If you feel feverish > 38°C — you call us immediately and come in. - Days 14–21 — Recovery
White cells climb back. Energy returns. Most patients work part-time during this window if their job allows. - Hair
Most regimens cause hair thinning by cycle 2. We offer scalp-cooling caps that reduce this for many patients (not all). We talk you through wig-fitting, head-scarf options, and connect you with our patient-led support group. - After your final cycle
Surveillance imaging at 3 months, then 6-monthly for 2 years, then yearly. Same oncologist follows you. We don't hand you off after treatment — that's when patients need us most.
Hospital stay: Lumpectomy 1 night · Mastectomy 2–4 nights
Surgery time: 1–4 hours depending on procedure
Return to work: 2–6 weeks (desk work) · 6–12 weeks (physical work)
- Pre-op consultation (1 week before)
You'll meet your surgeon, anaesthetist, and (for mastectomy) a plastic surgeon if you're considering reconstruction. Bring all reports, list every regular treatment you take. You'll get a written timeline of the day. - Night before surgery
Light dinner by 8 PM. Nothing after midnight. Shower with antiseptic soap (we provide it). Sleep with familiar things — bring your own pillow if it helps. - Surgery day — 0–2 hours pre-op
You arrive 2 hours before your slot. Pre-op nurse confirms identity, marks the breast (yes — even if it's obvious), starts IV. Anaesthetist explains what they'll do. You meet your surgeon for the final review. - The surgery itself — what's removed
For lumpectomy: only the tumour + a margin. For mastectomy: the breast tissue (skin/nipple sparing where possible). Sentinel lymph node biopsy is usually done at the same time — we test 1–3 nodes in the lab during surgery. - Recovery — first 24 hours
You'll wake up in recovery. Some pain, well-controlled with pain control. A drain may be in place — looks alarming, isn't. We teach you and a family member how to empty it before discharge. - Days 2–14 — Home recovery
Drain removal at 7–14 days (in clinic, painless). Stitches usually dissolve. Lifting restricted to under 5kg. We schedule daily phone check-ins for the first week — you don't have to wait until your next appointment to ask questions. - Day 14 — Pathology results meeting
The full pathology comes back. Margins clear? Lymph nodes positive? This is the conversation that decides next steps — chemo, radiation, hormone therapy, or just surveillance. You'll get this in person, with time to ask everything.
Total schedule: 3–6 weeks of weekday sessions
Each session: 15–20 minutes (most of it is positioning)
Pain level: The session itself is painless. Cumulative skin effects from week 3.
- CT simulation (1 week before)
You lie still in the exact position you'll be treated in. Three small permanent dots are tattooed on your skin (each smaller than a pinhead) so we line up the beams identically every time. Takes 30 minutes. - Treatment plan review
Our radiation oncologist + medical physicist + dosimetrist build your plan over 4–7 days. The plan goes through tumour board for review. You'll see a 3D visualisation of where the beams will go and how we're sparing your heart and lungs. - Daily session — what happens
You arrive, change into a gown, lie on the LINAC table. Therapists position you using your tattoo dots. They step out. The machine rotates around you for 4–6 minutes. You hear a hum. You feel nothing during the beam. - Weeks 1–2
Almost no symptoms. Skin looks normal. You can drive yourself, eat normally, work part-time. - Weeks 3–4 — Skin reaction starts
The treated skin begins to look pink/red, like a sunburn. Itchy. We give you a specific moisturiser to use 2–3× daily (and tell you which ones to avoid — petroleum-based creams interfere with the beam). - Weeks 5–6 — Peak side effects
Skin can peel. Fatigue is common — many patients nap after sessions. Working from home is fine, in-office gets harder. Heart-sparing techniques (DIBH for left-sided cancers) reduce the long-term cardiac risk; we use them as standard. - 2 weeks after final session
Skin starts healing. Fatigue lifts within 4–6 weeks. Follow-up scan at 6 months, then annual mammogram on the treated side.
Duration: 5–10 years (yes — really)
Form: Daily tablet, monthly injection, or both
Effectiveness: Cuts recurrence risk by ~40% for HR-positive cancers
- Why hormone therapy?
If your breast cancer is hormone-receptor-positive (oestrogen and/or progesterone), it grows in response to those hormones. Hormone therapy blocks that signal — slowing or stopping recurrence for years. - Pre-menopausal patients — hormone therapy
Daily tablet. Side effects vary: hot flushes, mood shifts, occasional joint aches. Most patients tolerate it well. Ovarian suppression (monthly ovarian suppression injection) may be added for higher-risk cases. - Post-menopausal patients — Aromatase Inhibitors
aromatase inhibitor therapy, aromatase inhibitor therapy, aromatase inhibitor therapy — choice depends on your bone density, joint history, and side-effect profile. Daily tablet. Bone density scans every 2 years; calcium + Vit D supplementation routine. - Months 1–3
Side effects often peak then settle. Hot flushes, sleep changes, joint stiffness. We don't tell you to "just push through" — we adjust dose, switch agents, or add management. - Year-on-year follow-up
3-monthly checks year 1, 6-monthly thereafter. Bone density, lipid panel, mammograms. We catch issues early — 70% of side-effect drop-outs in India happen because patients felt unheard, not because the therapy couldn't work for them. - Late switch & extension
Some patients switch from hormone therapy to an Aromatase Inhibitor at 5 years (called "extended therapy"). High-risk patients may stay on therapy 10 years. Your tumour biology and risk score guide this — we don't apply a one-size-fits-all rule.
Eligibility: Determined by your tumour biology — HER2, hormone status, PIK3CA, BRCA
Form: IV infusion or oral tablet, depending on agent
Total duration: 6 months to 2 years (sometimes longer)
- Step 1 — Biomarker testing
Before targeted therapy is recommended, your tumour is tested for HER2 (IHC + FISH if borderline), hormone receptors, PIK3CA mutation, and germline BRCA. We don't use targeted agents on the wrong target. - HER2-positive: HER2-targeted therapy
If HER2 is positive, we add these antibodies to chemo. IV every 3 weeks. Far less toxic than chemo — you can usually work through it. Cardiac monitoring (echo every 3 months) is standard. - HER2-low: Advanced HER2-targeted therapy
This is one of the biggest changes in breast cancer treatment in the last decade. Patients who would have been "HER2-negative" 5 years ago may now qualify. We test for HER2-low routinely. - BRCA-mutation carriers: PARP inhibitors
PARP inhibitor therapy — daily oral tablets. Used for high-risk early breast cancer in BRCA carriers, and in metastatic disease. Side effects are usually manageable. - HR-positive metastatic: CDK4/6 inhibitors
CDK4/6 inhibitor therapy — added to hormone therapy. Daily oral tablets. Have transformed outcomes in advanced HR-positive breast cancer. - Why panel review matters here
Targeted therapy decisions are nuanced — biomarker + stage + previous treatments + side-effect history. Our tumour board reviews every targeted-therapy decision so you get the right agent at the right time, not just whatever's familiar to one doctor.
Eligibility: Mostly triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) with PD-L1 expression, or selected metastatic cases
Form: IV infusion, every 3 weeks, alongside chemotherapy
Duration: 6–12 months in early TNBC; longer in advanced disease
- Why not for everyone
Immunotherapy unleashes your immune system to attack cancer. It works best when there's a marker showing the immune system is already engaged (PD-L1 high, high tumour mutational burden, MSI-high). Without that, side effects outweigh benefits. - Testing first
For TNBC: PD-L1 IHC on a fresh biopsy. For metastatic: we test PD-L1, MSI, TMB. Result drives whether immunotherapy is added. - How sessions feel
30–60 minute IV infusion. Usually painless. Most patients describe feeling "fine" during and after. Side effects, when they come, are different from chemo — and need watching for. - The unique side-effect profile
Immune-related side effects can affect any organ — most commonly thyroid, skin, gut, liver. They're usually manageable but need to be caught early. We give you a clear list of symptoms to watch for + 24/7 helpline. - Combination with chemotherapy
For early TNBC, immunotherapy is given alongside chemo (immunotherapy + chemo) before surgery. Continued for several cycles after surgery. The combined approach has improved outcomes meaningfully. - Cost reality check
Immunotherapy is the most expensive part of modern breast cancer treatment. We tell you upfront whether you're a candidate AND whether it's covered by your insurance. We help with patient assistance programmes when out-of-pocket is too steep.
Bring your reports. We'll walk you through your specific plan, not a generic one.
"Hide nothing" is part of how we treat patients here.
Side Effects, HonestlyWhat you'll actually feel — and what we do about it.
You've already searched for this. So instead of pretending breast cancer treatment is comfortable, here's the real picture. The harder bits, the easier bits, the things most hospitals don't mention — and how our protocols make it manageable.
Most asked
Hair loss
Real: Most chemo regimens for breast cancer cause significant hair thinning by cycle 2.
Myth: Hair never grows back. It does — usually starts within 4–8 weeks of finishing chemo, often returning thicker or differently textured at first.
What we do: Offer scalp-cooling caps (reduce hair loss for some regimens). Help with wig fitting. Connect you with our patient-led support group where most women say it's emotionally harder than physically.
Cardiac concern
Heart damage from left-sided radiation
Real: Older radiation techniques delivered measurable doses to the heart, increasing cardiac event risk decades later. This was a genuine problem.
Myth: Modern radiation still does this. With current heart-sparing techniques, cardiac dose is a fraction of what it was even 10 years ago.
What we do: Use Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH) for left-sided treatments — you take a breath, the heart drops away from the chest wall, and we deliver the beam in that window. Result: heart dose dropped by 50–80% in our patients.
Day-to-day
Nausea and vomiting
Real: Some chemo regimens are highly emetogenic. Without preparation, nausea can be severe in the first 48 hours.
Myth: Nausea is unavoidable.
What we do: Pre-medicate before chemo. Send you home with a clear care kit + 24/7 helpline. If you're sick, we change the regimen — we don't tell you to "tough it out".
Long-term
Lymphedema (arm swelling after lymph node removal)
Real: Removing axillary lymph nodes increases lifelong risk of arm lymphedema — historically up to 25%.
Myth: All lymph nodes need to be removed. Sentinel node biopsy means we remove only 1–3 nodes for testing. Full axillary clearance is now reserved for cases where it's strictly necessary.
What we do: Sentinel node biopsy as default. Pre-emptive lymphedema screening at every follow-up. Refer you for physiotherapy at the first sign — early intervention almost always reverses it.
Skin
Radiation skin reaction
Real: By weeks 3–4, the treated skin will look pink/red, like a sunburn. Some patients develop dry or moist desquamation by week 5–6.
Myth: The skin will be permanently damaged. Almost all skin changes resolve within 4–8 weeks of finishing radiation.
What we do: Give you a specific moisturiser routine (and a list of products to avoid — petroleum-based creams interfere with the beam). Skin-checks at every weekly review. If it gets severe, we pause the schedule rather than push through.
Often missed
"Chemo brain" — cognitive fog
Real: Many patients report difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, or word-finding during and after chemo. It's a real, measurable phenomenon.
Myth: It's permanent or "in your head". Most patients recover fully within 6–12 months. It's a normal physiological response.
What we do: Tell you it's coming so you don't panic. Suggest cognitive strategies (lists, calendars, reduced multitasking). Refer for cognitive rehabilitation if it persists past treatment.
Have a side effect we didn't list? Bring it to your free consultation. We'll tell you honestly whether to expect it, what to do about it, and how it'll affect your daily life.
"Will I lose my hair?" — the question that comes before every other.
Hair, Body, YouIt's not vanity. It's how you'll feel through treatment.
Most websites skip this. Doctors mention it briefly. But for many women, hair loss and body changes are the hardest part of treatment — sometimes harder than the cancer itself. We treat it as the real concern it is, with practical options.
Scalp cooling
A cooling cap worn during chemo infusions. Reduces blood flow to the scalp, protecting hair follicles during treatment. Reduces hair loss for 50–80% of patients on appropriate regimens
- Available at our flagship branches during infusion
- Adds about 30 minutes per session
- Not covered by most insurance — patient pays out of pocket
- We'll tell you honestly whether your regimen will respond
Wig fitting partnership
We work with two Hyderabad-based wig specialists (one offering custom human-hair wigs, one offering synthetic). Fitting before chemo starts means you're matched to your natural hair while it's still there — better colour, cut, and style match.
- Synthetic wigs from ₹3,500 · Custom human-hair from ₹15,000
- Patient discount through CION partnership
- Care instructions and styling advice included
- Multiple options — try before you commit
Head scarves & turbans
Many patients prefer scarves to wigs — lighter, cooler in Hyderabad summers, less hot than synthetic wigs. We have a small library at our centres you can borrow before buying, plus a list of local sources who deliver.
- Library borrowing: free, return when treatment ends
- Buy from local sources from ₹250 each
- Tying tutorials with our breast care nurses
- Cotton recommended for Hyderabad climate
Breast surgery & body image
For mastectomy patients: reconstruction is discussed before surgery, not after. Choices include implant, flap-based or no reconstruction with flat closure. Prosthesis options for non-reconstruction cases. Bra fitting partnerships for post-treatment.
- Plastic surgeon consultation included pre-mastectomy
- Single-stage vs multi-stage reconstruction explained
- Prosthesis fittings through partner suppliers
- Post-mastectomy bra fitting referrals
You don't go through this alone.
CION runs a monthly patient-led support group — women who've been through breast cancer treatment, meeting in person at our Ameerpet branch and online. Most members say the emotional preparation around hair and body changes was more useful than any medical brochure.
There's also a dedicated WhatsApp community where you can ask practical questions to women who've been there — moderated by our breast care nurses.
We'll address this honestly at your first visit. Bring your concerns; nothing is too small.
Every breast cancer treatment, under one roof.
Treatment Options at CIONWhatever your breast cancer plan looks like, we deliver it here.
We don't ship you between hospitals for chemo, surgery, and radiation. The full breast-cancer treatment journey happens at CION — coordinated by a single panel, with your records all in one place.
Chemotherapy
Personalised chemo regimens guided by NCCN protocols and the patient's tumour biology. Delivered at every CION centre with senior medical oncologist oversight, anti-emetic care, and supportive therapy to keep side effects manageable.
Outpatient · 4–8 cycles
Breast Conservation Surgery (Lumpectomy)
When tumour size and stage permit, we recommend conservation over mastectomy. Surgical oncologists with thousands of breast cases preserve healthy tissue, followed by precision radiation.
Day-care · Quick recovery
Mastectomy + Reconstruction
When mastectomy is the safer choice, we offer simple, modified-radical, and skin/nipple-sparing options — with reconstruction discussed upfront, not as an afterthought.
Reconstruction options included
Radiation Therapy
Modern external-beam radiation with IMRT, IGRT and SBRT. Tumour board reviews every plan to spare healthy tissue and the heart — particularly important for left-sided breast cancer.
IMRT · IGRT · SBRT
Hormone Therapy
For hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer — drugs based on menopausal status and risk profile. Long-term follow-up to manage adherence and side effects.
For HR-positive cancers
Targeted Therapy
For HER2-positive and other actionable subtypes, Genomic testing identifies the right target before treatment is started.
HER2 · ADCs · Precision care
Immunotherapy
For triple-negative and select metastatic cases — checkpoint inhibitors used alongside chemotherapy when biomarkers indicate likely benefit. Always panel-vetted.
For TNBC and select cases
Second Opinion (Free)
Already started treatment elsewhere? Bring your reports — biopsy, scans, prescriptions — and our breast cancer panel will review them and tell you honestly whether the plan is the right one.
100% confidential"Will I have a normal life through this?" — yes, mostly. Here's how.
Life During TreatmentWorking, kids, exercise, driving — what's actually possible.
Treatment doesn't pause your life. Most patients keep working at least part-time, continue to look after their families, and stay reasonably active. Here's what to expect — by treatment type, by week — so you can plan around it.
Chemotherapy
4–6 months · 2–3 weekly cycles
Working: Most patients work part-time during week 2 of each cycle (immunity recovers, energy returns). Take days 1–7 lighter; resume normal pace days 14–21.
Kids/family: Avoid sick contacts during white-cell low (days 7–14). Hugs and home life otherwise unrestricted. Tell school about treatment — most are very supportive.
Exercise: Yes — light walking, stretching encouraged. Avoid gym in week 1 (low immunity). Resume normal exercise week 2–3 of each cycle.
Driving: Fine on most days. Avoid days 1–2 after infusion if pre-meds make you drowsy.
Surgery (BCS)
1–2 hours · day-care or overnight
Working: Desk work resumed in 1–2 weeks. Physical work in 3–4 weeks. Most patients home the same evening.
Kids/family: No lifting young children for 2 weeks. School pickups, cooking — fine after week 1.
Exercise: No upper-body workouts for 4 weeks. Walking from day 2. Physiotherapy referral at 2 weeks.
Driving: Once off pain control and arm movement is comfortable — usually 5–7 days.
Mastectomy
2–4 hours · 2–4 day stay
Working: Desk work in 3–4 weeks. Physical work 6–8 weeks. Add 2–4 weeks if reconstruction is done at the same time.
Kids/family: No lifting under 5 kg for 4–6 weeks. Family help recommended for first 10 days. Drains usually out by day 7–10.
Exercise: Gentle shoulder mobilisation from week 2. Gradually increase. Full exercise typically by month 3.
Driving: 2–3 weeks. Confirm with surgeon at follow-up.
Radiation
15–30 sessions · 3–6 weeks
Working: Most patients work full-time. Sessions are 15 minutes each, scheduled around your day. Fatigue typically starts week 3.
Kids/family: No restrictions. Radiation is local — you're not radioactive between sessions. Hugs, kids, normal contact all fine.
Exercise: Continue normally. May reduce intensity in weeks 4–6 due to skin reaction and fatigue.
Driving: No restrictions throughout treatment.
Hormone Therapy
5–10 years · daily tablet
Working: Fully unrestricted. One tablet a day, taken at the same time. Side effects manageable.
Kids/family:Discuss family planning before starting if relevant. Pre-menopausal patients need contraception.
Exercise: Encouraged — Encourage (offsets bone density loss).
Driving: No restrictions.
These are typical patterns. Your specific situation depends on your
regimen intensity, fitness, age, family responsibilities, and how your body responds.
We'll discuss what's realistic for you specifically — and help you plan work/family
arrangements before starting.
3 Things You Won't Find at Most Cancer Hospitals
The reason breast cancer patients drive past 4 hospitals to reach us
Most hospitals do breast cancer treatment. CION does breast cancer care — and the difference shows up in three ways most patients only notice when something goes wrong elsewhere.
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Three doctors, one decision.
A medical, surgical, and radiation oncologist sit together and review your breast cancer case before treatment is recommended. Not one doctor's opinion — a panel's consensus.
17+
specialists on every
tumour board
tumour board
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NCCN protocols. Not just "we follow guidelines."
The same National Comprehensive Cancer Network protocols used at MD Anderson and Memorial Sloan Kettering. We can show you which protocol your treatment follows. Most hospitals can't.
16%
higher recovery rate
vs national average
vs national average
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Written estimate. Before treatment.
Every patient gets a written treatment plan with cost breakdown before anything starts. No surprise bills. No verbal-only quotes that change. We're upfront because we have to be.
100%
written cost estimates,
before treatment
before treatment
Our Promise to You
We know what you're worried about.
We know what you're worried about.
Here's what we'll never do.
Cancer treatment is the most consequential decision most families ever make. These aren't features — they're commitments.
We will never pressure you to start treatment with us.
The free consultation is genuinely free, with no obligation. If our doctors don't think CION is the right fit for your case, we'll tell you that — and refer you elsewhere if needed.
We will never quote a price verbally and bill differently.
Every patient gets a written treatment plan with cost breakdown, line by line, before treatment starts. What you read is what you pay. Insurance gaps are spelled out — not glossed over.
We will never rush a diagnosis or treatment decision.
Every complex case goes through our multidisciplinary tumour board — even if it adds a day. Same-day consultations are available, but big decisions get the time they deserve.
We will never discourage a second opinion.
We actively recommend you get one — at CION or elsewhere. Confident doctors don't fear being questioned. Bring our plan to any other oncologist in India. If they suggest something better, take it.
We will never turn you away because of insurance.
ArogyaSri, CGHS, ECHS, EHS, and all major private insurers are accepted. Cashless wherever possible. Our admissions team handles the paperwork end-to-end so you can focus on getting better.
We will never hide the truth to keep you hopeful.
Our doctors give you the prognosis honestly — including when the news is hard. False reassurance helps no one. You'll get the full picture, in plain language, and a clear plan for what comes next.
Have questions about any of these? Talk to a senior oncologist — free.
"My friend got a lumpectomy. Why am I being told mastectomy?" — fair question.
Decision HelperWhich treatment, and why specifically you.
Treatment isn't picked from a menu — it's matched to your tumour biology, stage, age, and preferences. Here's the logic behind common decisions, so the conversation with your oncologist feels less like being told and more like being included.
Lumpectomy vs Mastectomy
Lumpectomy is preferred when
- Tumour is small relative to breast size
- Single tumour focus, clear margins likely
- You can complete radiation therapy after
- You want to preserve breast tissue + cosmetic outcome
Mastectomy is preferred when
- Tumour is large or in multiple locations (multifocal)
- Inflammatory or locally advanced disease
- BRCA-mutation carrier (preventive option)
- Radiation isn't possible (prior treatment, pregnancy)
Survival is the same when both options are appropriate. The choice is about local control + cosmetic outcome — not about cure rate.
Chemo-then-Surgery vs Surgery-then-Chemo
Chemo first (neoadjuvant) when
- Tumour is large (and shrinking it allows BCS)
- Triple-negative or HER2-positive subtypes
- Lymph-node-positive at diagnosis
- We want to assess response in vivo
Surgery first (adjuvant chemo) when
- Smaller tumour, not chemo-likely
- Hormone-receptor-positive, HER2-negative, low risk
- Genomic test (genomic recurrence-score test) low recurrence score
- Surgery gives the most diagnostic information first
Both can deliver the same survival — the order is chosen for tactical reasons specific to your tumour.
Hormone Therapy Options
One hormone-blocking approach may fit when
- You're pre-menopausal
- You have low bone density / osteoporosis
- You experience severe joint pain on AIs
- Cost is a major constraint
A harmone theraphy approach may fit when
- You're post-menopausal
- You have higher-risk HR-positive disease
- You can't tolerate hormone therapy (e.g. clotting risk)
- Cardiovascular profile favours an AI over hormone therapy
Sometimes we switch between agents — start with one, switch at 2–5 years if response or side effects shift.
Implant vs Flap Reconstruction
Implant reconstruction when
- You want a shorter recovery (1–2 weeks)
- Smaller breast size goal
- You're not having post-mastectomy radiation
- Bilateral reconstruction (more symmetrical with implants)
Flap reconstruction when
- You want a more natural feel and shape
- You're having post-mastectomy radiation (flaps tolerate it better)
- You have enough donor tissue (abdomen, thigh, back)
- You can commit to longer surgery (6–10 hours) and recovery
There's also no reconstruction as an option — this is your body. Some patients prefer a flat closure, often with prosthesis. We support whichever you choose.
Your decision should be made with your panel — not a website. Bring this list of questions to your free consultation.
Numbers patients can hold us to.
Our Clinical OutcomesCION survival rates vs national average
Outcomes that come from following NCCN protocols, multidisciplinary tumour board reviews, and proactive supportive care across the full treatment journey.
Breast cancer
96.9%
CION
85.4%
National
Cervical cancer
83.3%
CION
67.3%
National
Ovarian cancer
81.0%
CION
73.7%
National
Oral cancer
80.0%
CION
71.6%
National
Note: Survival rates measured over a 1-year period.
National averages sourced from published Indian oncology data.
Individual outcomes vary based on stage, type, and patient factors.
82%
of cancer patients in India accept the first treatment plan they're given — without ever getting a second opinion. Don't be the 82%.
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What actually happens at your free consultation?
Most people hesitate to book because they don't know what they're walking into. Here's exactly what happens — minute by minute. No surprises, no pressure.
0–5 min
Reception & paperwork
You're greeted by our patient coordinator. Quick form for basic details. Coffee or water if you want it. Wait time is rarely more than 10 minutes.
5–15 min
Listening session — your story, in your words
The oncologist sits with you, no rush. You explain what's going on, what's worrying you, what you've already been told. This part matters most. We listen before we look.
15–25 min
Report review & explanation
Bring whatever you have — biopsy, scans, blood reports, prescriptions. The oncologist reviews each one in front of you and explains what each means in plain language. No medical jargon dump.
25–35 min
Treatment options + cost transparency
Here's where you get clarity: what are the treatment paths, what does each cost, what does insurance cover, what are the trade-offs. Written estimate, line by line. For complex cases, your file goes to the tumour board next.
35–45 min
Your questions. Every single one.
Ask anything. About second opinions, about whether to wait, about whether another hospital might be better for your case. We answer honestly — even when the answer isn't "come to CION."
After
You leave with: the plan in writing.
Take it home. Discuss it with your family. Compare it with other hospitals. You're not committed to anything. If you choose CION, we move next steps in 24 hrs. If not — that's fine. The consultation is yours to keep.
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Most people ask the same 8 questions before booking.
Common QuestionsFrequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to what most of our patients ask before booking.
Will I lose my hair if I have chemotherapy for breast cancer?
Most chemotherapy regimens used for breast cancer cause significant hair thinning by cycle 2. Hormone-only therapy and some targeted agents do not. We offer scalp-cooling caps that reduce hair loss for some patients on certain regimens. Hair almost always grows back within 4–8 weeks of finishing chemotherapy.
How long does breast cancer chemotherapy take from start to finish?
Most regimens are 4–8 cycles, with each cycle 2–3 weeks apart. Total treatment runs 3–6 months. Each session is outpatient and takes 4–6 hours. Side effects typically last 7–10 days per cycle, with energy returning in the second half of each cycle.
Can I keep my breast — is breast conservation surgery (BCS) right for me?
BCS is preferred when the tumour is small relative to your breast size, single-focus, with clear margins achievable, and you can complete radiation afterward. Survival is the same as mastectomy when both are appropriate. Mastectomy is preferred for larger or multifocal tumours, BRCA carriers, or when radiation isn't possible. We discuss both options at consultation.
Will radiation therapy damage my heart for left-sided breast cancer?
Modern techniques — particularly Deep Inspiration Breath Hold which we use as standard for left-sided breast radiation — reduce cardiac dose by 50–80% compared to older methods. Long-term cardiac risk with current technique is much lower than ten years ago.
How much does breast cancer treatment cost in Hyderabad?
Indicative ranges at CION (2026): BCS ₹85,000–1.75 lakh; mastectomy ₹1.4–2.8 lakh; mastectomy with reconstruction ₹2.5–6.5+ lakh; full chemo course ₹80,000–4.5 lakh; radiation ₹1.2–3.5 lakh. Targeted therapy and immunotherapy can run higher; we help with patient-assistance programmes. Every patient gets a written estimate before treatment starts.
Why is my doctor recommending chemotherapy before surgery?
Neoadjuvant chemotherapy is recommended for larger tumours that may shrink to allow breast conservation, for triple-negative or HER2-positive subtypes, for lymph-node-positive disease at diagnosis, and to assess response in vivo. Survival outcomes are equivalent to surgery-first when chemo is indicated — the order is chosen for tactical reasons specific to your case.
How do doctors choose the right hormone therapy?
The choice depends on menopausal status, bone-density risk, joint symptoms, clotting risk, and recurrence risk. Pre-menopausal and post-menopausal patients may need different hormone-blocking approaches. We sometimes switch agents at 2-5 years based on response or side effects. Treatment is commonly continued for 5-10 years.
Will my breast cancer treatment be covered by ArogyaSri, CGHS, or insurance?
Yes. CION accepts ArogyaSri, CGHS, ECHS, EHS and most private insurance plans — both cashless and reimbursement. High-cost targeted and immune therapies have additional patient-assistance pathways we help apply for. Bring your policy at consultation and we'll confirm coverage.
How do I manage side effects like nausea, fatigue, or chemo brain at CION?
We pre-medicate before each chemo cycle with triple anti-emetic regimens that prevent acute nausea in over 80% of patients. You receive a clear care kit at home plus 24/7 helpline access. We don't tell patients to 'tough it out' — if a regimen isn't working for you, we change it. Cognitive fog usually resolves within 6–12 months after treatment ends.
Can I work during breast cancer treatment?
Many patients work part-time during chemotherapy in the second week of each cycle. Surgery requires 2–6 weeks off (desk work) or 6–12 weeks (physical work). Radiation rarely requires time off in the first 2–3 weeks; weeks 4–6 some patients reduce hours due to skin reaction and fatigue.
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