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Oral cancer screening in Vizag
Oral cancer screening is a quick check of your mouth, tongue, gums and throat for early signs of cancer or patches that could turn into cancer.
4 specialists in the Vizag region
Through CION’s network
Screening is for people without symptoms. If you have symptoms, tell the doctor when you book.
At a glance
What it is A doctor looks at and feels your mouth and neck
Who it’s for Adults at the right age or risk; your doctor tells you how often
Results Your doctor explains them and tells you if any follow-up is needed
Where it’s done Through CION’s network
Timings Vary by hospital. Call to check when your doctor is in
How it works
A simple check, step by step.
1 Book a visit Call 1800 202 8726 or fill in the form.
2 A doctor sees you A doctor asks about tobacco, alcohol and any symptoms.
3 The check The doctor checks your mouth with a light and feels your neck for lumps.
4 Your result Your doctor explains the result and when to come back.
Who looks after you
CION’s doctors do the check and explain your results. Doctors you can see in the Vizag region are marked.
1 Early is easier Many cancers are easier to treat when found early.
2 Quick visit Most screening checks take little time.
3 Clear advice You know what your result means and when to come back.
Medical oncologists 6 Treat cancer with medicines, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy.
Dr. Bharati Devi Gorantla Vizag region
8+ years · MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology) (Adyar, Chennai), ECMO, MRCP SCE (UK)
Dr. Naresh Gundu
10+ years · MBBS, DNB (Internal Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology)
Dr. Owais Mohammed
8+ years · MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DrNB (Medical Oncology), ECMO, MRCP SCE (Medical Oncology) (UK)
Surgical oncologists 7 Decide whether an operation can remove the cancer, and the right time for it.
Book a screening check
Book in Vizag, or call and we’ll find a time.
Book a screening
Before your visit
Screening is a good idea if…
You use tobacco in any form: smoking, chewing, gutka or khaini You drink alcohol often You have a white or red patch, or an ulcer that doesn’t heal You have a lump in the mouth or neck You have trouble opening your mouth or swallowing
Your checklist
Any previous screening reports A list of the medicines you take now Photo ID, and your insurance card if you have one
Questions to ask your doctor
How often should I be screened? Am I at higher risk? What does my result mean? Which symptoms should make me come back sooner? Do my family members need screening too?
Book oral cancer screening
Share your details and our care team will call you back to fix a time.
CION Cancer Care in Vizag
A look inside CION L.B. Nagar
1 Entrance2 Reception3 Waiting area
Area Vizag, Andhra Pradesh. Call us for the nearest CION clinic.
Timings Vary by hospital. Call to check when your doctor is in
Nearby areas Maharanipeta, Ram Nagar, Madhurwada, MVP Colony, Gajuwaka, Dwaraka Nagar
Oral Cancer Screening: Other CION locations in Andhra Pradesh
Common questions
Tap a question to see the answer.
Still unsure? Call 1800 202 8726 .
1 Can I have oral cancer screening in Vizag? Oral Cancer Screening isn’t available in Vizag itself. CION arranges it at a partner centre, usually in a bigger city, and your doctor tells you where to go. Your consultation and follow-up can be in Vizag or by video.
2 How long does it take? A few minutes. The doctor looks inside your mouth with a light and feels your neck.
3 What if a patch is found? Your doctor may suggest a small biopsy to check it. Many patches are not cancer.
Book your screening
Call or fill in the form, and our care team fixes a time in Vizag.
This page explains Oral Cancer Screening at CION Cancer Clinics, Vizag. It is general information, not medical advice. Your doctor advises on tests and treatment after seeing you.