In a step towards providing advanced medical services to economically disadvantaged groups and strengthening women’s healthcare in the city, King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital has inaugurated a separate ward for patients with breast ailments.
 
Until now, these patients were admitted to the general female ward. However, due to the high number of admissions in that ward until July 1, we decided to allocate a dedicated space for breast cancer patients. They require special attention and care because of the intense chemotherapy they undergo,” said Dr Sangeeta Rawat, Dean of KEM Hospital. While the primary focus is on breast cancer patients, the hospital has decided to admit all patients with breast-related illnesses to this ward.

The AI-powered Thermalytix breast scanning machine. PIC/Ritika Gondhalekar

“It is a 15-bed ward divided into two sections by a wall. This allows us to accommodate breast cancer patients in one section and those with other breast conditions in the other, while still being in the same ward,” explained Dr Shilpa Rao, professor of surgery and in charge of breast services.