From West Bengal
Patients from Murshidabad, Malda, Burdwan, Bankura, Purulia, and other districts looking for specialist oncology care closer than Kolkata.
Medical Tour
Asha Cancer Institute in Rampurhat welcomes patients travelling from neighbouring districts, states, and border regions for oncology consultation and comprehensive cancer treatment — close to home, without a Kolkata commute.
Rampurhat, Birbhum Bengali · Hindi · English +91-9332639862
Patients travelling to Asha Cancer Institute
Rampurhat sits at a natural crossroads for cancer patients from three Indian states and the Bangladesh border. The hospital is set up to make that travel worthwhile.
From Jharkhand and Bihar
Families from the Dumka, Pakur, Sahibganj, Deoghar belt and adjoining Bihar districts where Rampurhat is the closest major cancer treatment centre.
From Bangladesh
Patients travelling through standard medical-visa channels, with Bengali communication and shared cultural context easing the care journey.
Cancer care under one roof
Consultation, treatment planning, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and oncology surgery are delivered at the same campus so families do not need to move across hospitals mid-treatment.
Explore all services- Oncology consultation and second opinion
- Radiotherapy with Varian Halcyon linear accelerator
- Chemotherapy and day-care infusion
- Head and neck cancer surgery
- Breast and gynaecological oncology surgery
- GI and abdominal oncology surgery
- Cancer diagnostics, CT simulation, and treatment planning
- Supportive and palliative care
Before, during, and after your visit
Remote report review
Share biopsy reports, imaging, and prescriptions on WhatsApp or email. The team reviews before confirming a consultation slot.
Appointment scheduling
Appointments confirmed before travel so multi-day visits can be planned around consultation, imaging, and treatment sessions.
Bengali, Hindi, English support
Clinical and front-desk staff communicate in Bengali, Hindi, and English. Helpful for patients from Bangladesh and Hindi-speaking belts.
Document checklist
Clear list shared before travel — biopsy, imaging, discharge summaries, ID proof, and scheme documents where applicable.
Local guidance
General information on stay options, transport from Rampurhat Junction, and typical visit duration. Accommodation and travel arrangements remain the patient family's responsibility.
Care coordination on WhatsApp
One point of contact for pre-arrival questions about reports, scheduling, and documents so families do not need to repeat context.
From first message to treatment plan
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Share reports
Send biopsy, imaging, prescriptions, and discharge summaries to the team over WhatsApp or email.
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Review and consultation slot
The oncology team reviews reports and confirms a consultation time with the relevant specialist.
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Plan travel and documents
A checklist is shared, including reports to bring, ID proofs, and any scheme documents.
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Arrive for consultation
Consultation, examination, and any required imaging are scheduled together where possible.
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Treatment plan discussed
The team explains the plan, expected duration, and visit pattern so families can plan stay and follow-up.
Share your details and reports
Tell us a little about the patient and the treatment being considered. The team reviews reports before confirming a consultation slot so your travel is planned for the right day.
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Enquiry form
Share basic details and a team member will follow up to confirm next steps.
Medical tour questions
Does Asha Cancer Institute arrange visa or accommodation?
Asha coordinates clinical appointments, report review, and treatment planning. Visa, travel, and accommodation arrangements remain with the patient and family. The team can share general information about nearby stay options on request.
What reports should I send before travel?
Biopsy report, imaging scans (CT/MRI/PET where done), recent prescriptions, discharge summaries, medicine list, and ID proof. Share scheme or insurance documents if applicable.
Can treatment cost be confirmed before arrival?
Cost depends on diagnosis, stage, and the planned treatment mix. The team can share an indicative range after reviewing reports. Final cost is confirmed after in-person consultation and hospital admin review.
Is Bengali communication available?
Yes. Clinical and front-desk staff speak Bengali, Hindi, and English. Patients and families from Bangladesh, Birbhum, and Murshidabad usually find Bengali communication natural.
Do you accept Swasthya Sathi, Ayushman Bharat, or overseas insurance?
Scheme and insurance coverage depends on eligibility, documentation, and current hospital empanelment. Families should confirm coverage with hospital admin before travel to avoid surprises.
How far is the hospital from Rampurhat Junction?
Rampurhat Junction is the main rail access point for the town. The hospital is reachable by local transport from the station; the front desk can share current directions on request.