Apollo One-Stop Clinics

High-quality one-stop breast clinics could be the most effective way to spot breast cancer early. At the Apollo One-Stop clinic, women have physical breast examinations, scans and biopsies performed in the same facility and on the same day helping to reduce the anxiety associated with waiting for the results of breast cancer tests. Finding a lump or any other breast cancer symptom can be very worrying for a woman, so it’s crucial that she receives her results as quickly as possible and knows that the result is reliable.

A clinic that would assist women make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health in an environment of complete confidentiality and privacy. To help determine the birth control method best suited for the individual, the doctor would consider the lifestyle, personal preferences and health status. Then, the doctor would provide advice about the different methods of contraception including implants, injections, pills, coils and condoms. Assistance would be offered for pregnancy tests and if needed, they would guide with Emergency Contraception.

Often women suffer from excessive bleeding or even infrequent /absent bleeding and remain unaware of the likely causes and available medical care to treat the condition. Using a multidisciplinary approach, the Menstrual Disorders Clinics provides a one-stop facility for assessment, diagnosis and treatment for women with bleeding problems, both pre and post-menopausal. The clinic is led by gynaecologists with extensive surgical experience and knowledge.

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system – kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra. Typically, women are at greater risk of developing a UTI than are men. A recurrent infection, especially in women means that they experience two or more UTIs in a six-month period or four or more within a year. Depending on the condition, the team at this clinic which includes specialists in urology, kidney disease, obstetrics gynaecology will work closely to diagnose and treat the UTI.

Hematuria, often referred to as ‘cola colored urine’, causes painful urination, groin pain, and even chills and fever. Hematuria affects both men and women and can typically indicates the presence of kidney stones. At the One Stop Hematuria clinic, the doctor would conduct a thorough physical examination, perform multiple investigations including a urine analysis, an ultrasound and even CT to find a cause for the symptoms.

Menopause is the time that marks the end of the menstrual cycles. It occurs when the production of the hormone oestrogen falls to a very low level, the uterus stops responding, periods cease. This is called the menopause. It happens to a woman in her 40s or 50s.

This specialized clinic led by senior multi-disciplinary clinicians will address hearing the guest’s concerns, recommend individualized treatment options and guide them towards making informed decisions The clinic would also offer screening for uterine, ovarian, cervical cancer, breast cancer and pre-cancer. Bone density and cardiovascular screening would also be included as needed as increased problems of this nature are observed in women after the onset of menopause.

PCOS is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age. It affects almost 1 in 10 women, yet it has different consequences for each woman. The most common endocrine disorder affecting women – PCOS is more common than diabetes. The multidisciplinary PCOS Clinic will offer an integrated approach to treating polycystic ovarian syndrome. The patients will be reviewed by entire team of specialists in reproductive endocrinology, dermatology, nutrition, psychology and genetics. After comprehensive diagnostic and review, the medical team will work together with each patient to create an individualized treatment plan.

Urinary incontinence is an involuntary leakage of urine. It is common, especially in women. Treatment of this conditions typically involves a combination of investigations including a urine analysis, an ultrasound, a vaginal and anal examination and even Uroflowmetry and Urodynamics to test for urine flow. The treatment includes guidance on lifestyle behaviours, suggestions for weight loss if needed, dietary guidance and pelvic exercises. Specialized day surgery would be considered only if the aforesaid do not suffice.

A urinary tract infection or UTI is a bacterial infection of any part of the urinary tract. Chronic UTIs are infections of the urinary tract that either don’t respond to treatment or keep recurring. When urinary infection becomes recurrent despite adequate antibiotics and good hygiene practices, an underlying cause should always be suspected. Blockages of the urinary tract, such as those caused by a kidney stone or an enlarged prostate, can block the flow of urine and increase the risk of UTI. People with an impaired immune system, such as those with diabetes and other conditions, have a decreased ability to fight off infections, which can increase the risk of UTI. Also those who have a urinary catheter are also at increased risk for UTI.

Blood in the urine is commonly known as haematuria. Men above the age of 40 years who have passed blood or in whom blood has been detected by tests must consult specialists at the One Stop Haematuria Clinic. The presence of blood in the urine means that there could be a problem in any part of the urinary tract, from the kidneys, ureters, bladder, prostate gland or the urethra. A specialist assessment which would include comprehensive tests is critical to determine the possible cause such as kidney tumours and stones, bladder cancers and benign polyps, Urinary Tract Infections, Prostate enlargement and Prostate cancer. Specialists in Urology and Urological Oncology at the clinics assess the likelihood of diseases and work on a diagnosis and treatment plan to prevent progression of the disease to a more advanced or incurable stage.

The one-stop prostate assessment clinic is custom designed for men experiencing difficulty in emptying their bladder normally, or who are going to the toilet more often than usual. These types of symptoms are often caused by a problem with the prostate gland. Men are often embarrassed to talk about their symptoms or choose to ignore them thinking it is a part of ageing and are not particularly keen when they have to spend days on investigation. Tests including blood tests (called a PSA test or prostate specific antigen test), bladder tests, and a rectal examination are done. Further investigations and treatment plans will be devised based on the reports on the same day under one roof.

Urinary incontinence is loss of normal control of the bladder and involuntary loss of urine. Individuals with urinary incontinence may experience strong, sudden, urgent and uncontrollable need to urinate, frequent urination and also involuntary loss of urine. A host of factors including weak bladder muscles, overactive bladder muscle, UTI, specific prostate conditions or neurological disorders could cause urinary incontinence.

Symptoms remain the mainstay of diagnosis and the specialists may recommend tests such as a bladder stress test, urine analysis and urine culture, ultrasound diagnosis, cystoscopy and urodynamic study. The treatment options for male incontinence include medications, behavioural therapy such as bladder training, Kegel exercises or surgery.

It has been observed that allergic and immunological disorders are becoming a lot more common. Allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance – such as pollen, bee venom, pet dander or a food, and that causes an unpleasant reaction. The allergic reactions can range from mild to severe and classic symptoms of an allergy are hives, dermatitis, asthma, red itchy eyes, and pain in the stomach or nasal congestion caused due to certain substances that we would have consumed, inhaled or touched. At the One Stop Allergy Clinic, physicians with extensive experience would do a thorough physical examination and prescribe allergy tests if needed, to identify the substance causing the allergy or even to ascertain efficacy of treatment. A broad range of treatment options for treatment of allergies are medications, biologic agents, immunoglobulin replacements, drug desensitization and allergen immunotherapy.

The clinic will focus on the diagnosis and treatment of the sexual health concerns of men and women. Its highly qualified specialists will persevere to treat conditions including sexual dysfunction following breast and prostate cancer treatment, bicycle riding and pelvic trauma, ejaculatory and orgasmic disorders, low sexual interest, including the period following childbirth and birth control use, menopausal sexual dysfunction issues as well as dyspareunia or pain from vulvar disorders.

The clinic would be led by a sexual medicine specialist trained in urology and would be supported by psychologists and physicians practicing gynaecology, neurology, vascular radiology, internal medicine and family medicine.

A growing concern in India is the rising prevalence of heart disease. It has been estimated that about a staggering 2.5 % of the country’s population suffer from heart ailments. Pre-existing conditions such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, diabetes, stress and lifestyle habits such as smoking and excessive consumption of alcohol or caffeine are the risk factors and cause for many of the heart ailments. The symptoms differ depending on the kind of heart disease and some common symptoms of heart diseases include shortness of breath, shoulder & back pain, chest discomfort or pain, nausea, indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain, dizziness, jaw pain, light-headedness. Heart diseases are often life-threatening and timely medical attention is very important. The Cardiology Clinic would provide requisite evaluation, diagnoses, and treatment for cardiac issues. Preventive screening tests such as the Treadmill Test (TMT), Electrocardiogram (ECG) or an Echocardiogram would be administered to check the individual’s heart health, and treatment would be provided based on the outcome of these tests.

Chronic diabetes include type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes can develop even during childhood or adolescence and Type 2 diabetes is more common in people older than 40. The One Stop Diabetes Clinic provides easy access to a highly skilled multidisciplinary team that is passionately committed to encouraging patients get on the right track with their diabetes management through innovative counselling, education and treatment modalities.

Often individuals avoid going to a dentist fearing the pain and inconvenience. The Apollo WHITE Dental Clinic has been purpose-designed to provide almost painless procedures and precise outcomes. The clinic has on offer basic dental services to cosmetic dentistry procedures including teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, white fillings, dental implants and more. Specialists in smile designing, laser dentistry and sedation dentistry, work in a determined manner to restore confident smiles and to offset pain from dental procedures. Sophisticated technology and fine dentistry provided at this state-of-the art world class clinic set in a luxurious ambience attracts patients from around the world. The physicians of the General Medicine Clinic are geared to competently manage all aspects of adult patients’ general health care and provide referrals to Apollo’s specialists for advanced diagnosis and treatment as needed. They provide assistance for patients with undefined symptoms in diagnosing their illness; help the patient navigate in the multidisciplinary hospital environment and explain the proposed care plan and even support post-operative and rehabilitative care. The clinic would also facilitate specialised preventative healthcare and in the management of acute and chronic medical illnesses in partnership with the concerned specialists.

In the increasingly fragmented world of health care, one thing remains constant: family physicians are dedicated to treating the whole person. Family Medicine practice is the cornerstone is an ongoing, personal patient-physician relationship focusing on integrated care. In the 1950s Family medicine became a speciality in its own right, with specific training requirements. Unlike other specialities that are limited to a particular organ or disease, Family medicine integrates care for patients of all genders and every age, and advocates the patients’ cause in a complex health care system. The family medicine specialist acts as a health ambassador, and focuses on the care continuum. The holistic approach of family medicine aims to take into consideration the biological, psychological, and social factors relevant to the care of each patient’s illness. Their duties are not confined to specific organs of the body, and they have particular skills in treating people with multiple health issues. They are trained to treat patients of any age and sex and complexity, specific to various countries.

The physicians of the General Medicine Clinic are geared to competently manage all aspects of adult patients’ general health care and provide referrals to Apollo’s specialists for advanced diagnosis and treatment as needed. They provide assistance for patients with undefined symptoms in diagnosing their illness; help the patient navigate in the multidisciplinary hospital environment and explain the proposed care plan and even support post-operative and rehabilitative care. The clinic would also facilitate specialised preventative healthcare and in the management of acute and chronic medical illnesses in partnership with the concerned specialists

Several elderly people above the age of 60 years are forced to grapple with various neuropsychiatric issues like dementia (including Alzheimer’s Dementia), depression, psychosis, and chronic pain caused by the onset of old age. The Geriatric Clinic manned by an experienced Geriatrician will assist such individuals and their families. After a comprehensive review of the elderly individual, the clinic’s team will develop personalised treatment plans for each patient to cure them or to restore the quality of life and alleviate suffering.

According to the WHO, disabling hearing loss affects more than 5% of the population of which 90% are adults and 10% children. It is estimated that over six crore people in India suffer from significant hearing loss. Most often, amongst adults, hearing loss leads to difficulty in communication, social isolation, depression and even regression of speech. Children with hearing loss often are unable to speak at the right age; speech develops slower than normal and could even lead to poor academic performance. There are two types of hearing loss, one which is ‘sensorineural’ – this occurs when the auditory nerve in the inner ear are damaged or it could be ‘conductive’, which takes place when the sound waves are unable to reach the inner ear due to fluid, a punctured eardrum or earwax buildup. At the One Stop Hearing Loss Clinic at the Apollo Heart Centre, cutting-edge technology and advanced equipment are used to diagnose and treat hearing loss. The multidisciplinary team of ENT specialists, audiologists, surgeons, nurses and support provide the required optimum care.

Arthritis or Joint pain can affect people of all ages. It is estimated that about 26 percent i.e. 1 in 4 adults suffer clinical symptoms i.e. Pain from arthritis or other rheumatic conditions. As the population continues to age, the number of people affected by arthritis is expected to continue to increase. We aim to diagnose and initiate the most appropriate treatment for the patient’s arthritic condition all in the one visit.

A stone is formed from substances in the urine, A kidney stone could affect any part of the urinary tract – from kidneys to the bladder. Often small kidney stones pass through the urinary tract without much pain and may not even be noticed. But the larger stones may get lodged in the ureters and when this happens, the stones keep urine from exiting the body. Blocking the flow of urine causes severe pain or bleeding. Typical symptoms of kidney stones are pain in the lower back or side of body. As determined by the specialist, the range of treatments depending on the size, shape and location of stone would include medications, to shock wave, lithotripsy or even surgery.

The Ophthalmology Clinic is fully geared to provide comprehensive care for an extensive range of conditions and diseases of the eyes. Often, many eye problems are related to other medical conditions, such as diabetes, immune system conditions, thyroid diseases and hence the clinic’s specialists collaborate with other multidisciplinary specialists such (endocrinologists, oncologists, neurologists) to provide precise and personalised care for every patient.

Sinusitis is an inflammation of the membranous lining of one or more of the sinuses. The patient may have a nasal obstruction and decreased or absent sense of smell. Diagnosis is made based on the symptoms. Possibilities in case of real diagnostic uncertainty include ESR, CRP, plain X-ray films, ultrasonography, and nasoendoscopy; CT imaging, MRI scan and sinus puncture as required. Based on the reports the treatment plan is devised.

Research shows that 49.91% of the athletes / sports personnel showed some type of injury, with similar incidence between genders; the most frequent injuries were the knee – anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), ankle sprain & shoulder injuries. Sports medicine is an area of modern medical practice concerned with the treatment of injuries resulting from sporting, fitness & athletic activities. A clinician/surgeon practicing sports medicine focuses on sports-related medical & surgical services. This may include preventative measures such as conditioning and injury prevention, as well as treatments such as medications, braces/ splints, injections, physiotherapy, surgical procedures (arthroscopic or open) & rehabilitation to enable sporting fraternity to return to their pre injury activities as soon as practically feasible.

Smoking is harmful to health in many ways and above all it increases risk of lung cancer, throat cancer, emphysema, heart disease, high blood pressure, ulcers, gum disease and many such conditions. It is never too late to stop smoking and the smoking cessation program is designed to help individuals quit this awful habit. Research has repeatedly demonstrated that the chances of success are greatly improved for an individual grappling with the challenge of giving up smoking if they were to get expert advice and support from medical professionals. The specialist team in the clinic offers expert assessment, treatment and support to help people maximize success.