Apollo Athenaa is Asia's first comprehensive cancer centre, exclusively for women. Located in South Delhi, it offers advanced diagnostics for cancer detection and staging, access to the latest treatment modalities, preventive health services and supportive services under one roof — designed specially for women.
FAQs
1. What is Apollo Athenaa Women’s Cancer Centre?
2. What types of cancers are treated at Athenaa?
Our cancer specialists excel in the diagnosis and treatment of all cancers, especially women’s cancers like breast cancer, cervical cancer. ovarian cancer, uterine (endometrial) cancer, vaginal and vulvar cancers, fallopian tube and peritoneal cancers and gestational trophoblastic disease.
3. Is Athenaa only for cancer treatment?
While cancer care is our core focus, we also offer preventive health programs, screening packages (like mammograms, pap smears, genetic risk assessments), and expert consultations for women concerned about their risk or symptoms. We also offer supportive services like onco-fertility preservation, psychology, physiotherapy, dermatology, nutrition and lifestyle counselling, etc to support the cancer care journey of women.
4. What makes Athenaa different from other cancer centres?
A thoughtfully designed healing space that prioritises comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being; creating an atmosphere where women feel supported every step of the way
Multidisciplinary care teams with specialists across surgical and medical oncology, radiology, pathology, reconstruction, and rehabilitation
Advanced technologies including robotic surgery, super microsurgery, and AI-enabled diagnostics
Dedicated focus on aesthetics, fertility, emotional wellness, and long-term survivorship
A robust continuum of care — from diagnosis through treatment, recovery, and life after cancer
5. What is the process after a cancer diagnosis?
Once diagnosed, our multidisciplinary tumour board (consisting of experts across specialities). reviews scans, pathology reports, and medical history. A personalised treatment plan will then be created, which may include surgery, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, reconstruction, or supportive care.
6. Can Athenaa help if I’ve already started treatment elsewhere?
Yes. Whether you are seeking a second opinion, wish to transition care, or need specialised surgery or supportive therapies, our team is equipped to step in at any stage of your journey.
7. Is robotic surgery better than traditional surgery?
For many women, robotic-assisted surgery offers smaller incisions, less pain, faster recovery, and better precision — especially for gynecological cancers. Your eligibility depends on tumour size, location, and general health.
8. Does Athenaa offer fertility preservation options?
Yes. We have expertise in fertility-sparing surgeries for gynecological cancers and onco-fertility services (including egg and embryo preservation). If you are young and wish to conceive in the future, our experts are here to help you.
9. What are the support services beyond cancer treatment?
We believe cancer care should go beyond the disease. Our continuum of care includes:
Onco-fertility preservation
Nutrition and lifestyle counselling
Menopausal & bone health
Dermatology
Onco-psychology
Physiotherapy support
Palliative care
Homecare support
10. How can I book an appointment or screening package at Athenaa?
You can call our helpline, visit our website, or walk in directly. For preventive health checks, we offer customised women’s screening packages and will guide you on the right one based on your age, symptoms, and family history.