Overview

Tata Memorial Hospital is India's oldest and most prestigious cancer centre, established in 1941 by the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust. Located in Parel, Mumbai, it is a grant-in-aid institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India.

With 700+ beds, 25+ specialised oncology departments, and treatment of 70,000+ new patients annually, Tata Memorial is among the largest comprehensive cancer centres in the world. It houses advanced linear accelerators, CyberKnife, PET-CT, and bone marrow transplant facilities.

The hospital is a WHO Collaborating Centre for Cancer and conducts cutting-edge clinical trials in association with global oncology networks. Its training programme produces the majority of India's surgical and medical oncologists.

Awards & Milestones

India's #1 Cancer Hospital — Outlook-ICARE Rankings 2024
WHO Collaborating Centre for Cancer
Government of India Centre of Excellence in Oncology
NABH Accredited
Best Cancer Research Institute — ICMR

Procedures & Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Head & neck, breast, GI, thoracic, orthopedic, neuro, uro-oncology, gynae-oncology

  • Whipple Procedure
  • Radical Mastectomy
  • Pelvic Exenteration
  • Limb Salvage Surgery
Medical Oncology

Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, CAR-T cell therapy, clinical trials

  • Chemotherapy Protocols
  • Immunotherapy (PD-1/PD-L1)
  • CAR-T Cell Therapy
  • Targeted Molecular Therapy
Radiation Oncology

IMRT, IGRT, SRS, SBRT, brachytherapy, proton therapy, CyberKnife

  • CyberKnife Radiosurgery
  • IMRT/IGRT
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery
  • Brachytherapy
Bone Marrow Transplant

Autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant for leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma

  • Autologous BMT
  • Allogeneic BMT
  • Haploidentical Transplant
  • CAR-T Therapy
Pediatric Oncology

Comprehensive childhood cancer care — leukemia, brain tumours, solid tumours

  • Pediatric Leukemia Treatment
  • Wilms Tumour Surgery
  • Neuroblastoma Treatment
  • Retinoblastoma Care
Nuclear Medicine

PET-CT, radioiodine therapy, theranostics, PSMA therapy for prostate cancer

  • PET-CT Imaging
  • Radioiodine Therapy
  • Lu-177 PSMA Therapy
  • Gallium-68 Scanning

Doctors

DR

Dr. R.A. Badwe

Surgical Oncology
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Dr. Shripad Banavali

Medical Oncology
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DJ

Dr. Jayant Goda

Radiation Oncology
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DN

Dr. Navin Khattry

Bone Marrow Transplant
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DP

Dr. Pankaj Chaturvedi

Head & Neck Oncology
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DS

Dr. Sudeep Gupta

Medical Oncology
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Facilities

Surgical Facilities

45 Operation Theatres Robotic Surgery (da Vinci) Intraoperative MRI Laminar Flow OTs

Imaging & Diagnostics

3T MRI PET-CT (3 units) 128-slice CT Digital Mammography

Radiation Technology

CyberKnife TrueBeam Linear Accelerator Brachytherapy Suite Proton Therapy (planned)

Patient Amenities

International Patient Lounge Dharamshala for Low-Income Patients In-house Pharmacy 24/7 Emergency

Research

ACTREC Research Centre Clinical Trials Unit Biobank & Genomics Lab WHO Collaborating Centre

Patient Reviews

Tata Memorial saved my mother's life. She had Stage 3 breast cancer and the treatment — surgery, chemo, radiation — was world-class. The cost was a fraction of what we would have paid in the UK.
GM
Grace Mutiso
Breast Cancer Treatment
My son was diagnosed with leukemia at age 4. Dr. Banavali's team treated him with chemotherapy and he is now in complete remission. The pediatric oncology team is extraordinary.
AY
Ahmed Yusuf
Pediatric Leukemia
I came for head and neck cancer surgery with Dr. Chaturvedi. The surgical precision was remarkable — clean margins, minimal scarring. The IndianMedGuru coordinator made everything seamless.
ID
Ibrahim Diallo
Head & Neck Cancer Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tata Memorial Hospital the best cancer hospital in India?
Yes. Tata Memorial is consistently ranked #1 in India for cancer care. It treats over 70,000 new cancer patients annually and is a Government of India Centre of Excellence.
What is the cost of cancer treatment at Tata Memorial?
Costs vary by cancer type: chemotherapy cycles start at USD 300-500, radiation therapy USD 2,000-4,000, and complex surgeries USD 3,000-8,000. This is 70-90% less than Western countries.
Does Tata Memorial treat international patients?
Yes. Tata Memorial has a dedicated international patient wing. Contact IndianMedGuru for priority appointments, visa assistance, and end-to-end coordination.
What types of cancer does Tata Memorial specialise in?
All types — breast, lung, head & neck, GI, blood cancers, brain tumours, pediatric cancers, gynecological cancers, and rare cancers. It has 25+ specialised departments.
Does Tata Memorial do bone marrow transplants?
Yes. The BMT programme performs 200+ transplants annually including autologous, allogeneic, and haploidentical transplants.
How do I get an appointment at Tata Memorial through IndianMedGuru?
WhatsApp your medical reports to +91-9990628827. Our coordinator will arrange a priority consultation within 48 hours with the appropriate specialist.
Does Tata Memorial have CyberKnife?
Yes. Tata Memorial has a CyberKnife system for stereotactic radiosurgery, particularly effective for brain metastases and small tumours.
What is the success rate at Tata Memorial?
Outcomes are comparable to the best global centres. 5-year survival for breast cancer exceeds 85%, and for childhood leukemia exceeds 80%.
Is accommodation available near Tata Memorial?
Yes. The hospital has a Dharamshala for patients and families. IndianMedGuru also arranges nearby hotels and serviced apartments.
Can I get a second opinion from Tata Memorial doctors?
Yes. Share your pathology reports, imaging, and treatment history via WhatsApp. Dr. Badwe's team will provide a detailed second opinion within 48-72 hours.