Mysore/Mysuru: To strengthen access to advanced digestive and gastrointestinal cancer care in the region, Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Mysuru, has launched its Narayana Centre of Excellence in Digestive & GI Oncology, bringing together Medical Gastroenterology, Surgical Gastroenterology and Oncology Services under one roof.
Addressing a press meet at Pathrakarthara Bhavan in city recently, Dr. Pavan Kumar Paramatmuni, Facility Director, Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, said: “Many patients travel to Bengaluru for digestive care. Today, we are equipped to provide complete Digestive & GI Cancer Care with 24×7 multispeciality support in Mysuru. Our goal is to ensure timely diagnosis, rapid intervention and better outcomes for patients in the region.”
Dr. K.R. Suhas, Consultant, Surgical Oncology and Dr. H.M. Lokesh, Senior Consultant, Surgical Gastroenterology, Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, said: “Digestive diseases and GI cancers require timely diagnosis and coordinated treatment. Our focus is on early detection, faster intervention and comprehensive care that improves long-term patient outcomes.”
Dr. A. Ashok, Chief of Medical Services and Medical Superintendent, said, “The Narayana Centre of Excellence follows a fully integrated care model that enables Gastroenterologists, GI Surgeons, Oncologists, Radiologists and critical care specialists to work collaboratively in managing complex digestive and GI cancer cases. Through multidisciplinary tumour board discussions, patients can benefit from coordinated treatment planning, streamlined clinical decision-making, and faster intervention timelines.”
As part of its patient-centric approach, the new Centre additionally offers same-day endoscopy services to support quicker diagnosis and faster treatment initiation.
Dr. H.P. Nandeesh, Senior Consultant – Gastroenterology; Dr. R. Devaraja, Consultant – General Medicine and Dr. K. Lepakshi, Consultant – Medical Oncology at Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, Mysuru, were also present at the press meet.
According to recent data presented in Parliament based on estimates from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and National Cancer Registry Programme (NCRP), India’s estimated cancer incidence is projected to reach nearly 15.7 lakh cases in 2025, reflecting a steady rise over recent years.
This post was published on May 26, 2026 5:46 pm