Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center (JPMC) in Karachi offers free cancer treatment using advanced CyberKnife technology, giving hope to patients across the country.
CyberKnife is a cutting-edge, non-invasive method that targets cancerous tumors with precise radiation, eliminating the need for surgery or anesthesia. According to Dr. Tariq Mehmood, head of the oncology department at JPMC, this treatment significantly reduces side effects by minimizing damage to the surrounding healthy tissue.
Patients do not feel pain during the procedure and the sessions usually last from 1 to 5 sessions. The CyberKnife is versatile and can be used to treat different types of cancer, including those affecting the brain, spine, lungs, liver and kidneys.
It also constitutes an alternative for patients with inoperable tumors or who require complex surgical interventions. The system uses robotic technology to deliver high-energy radiation from multiple angles, focusing only on the tumor while sparing healthy tissue. This innovative approach has been proven in the treatment of cancer for more than two decades.
JPMC is the only hospital in the world that offers this expensive treatment free of charge, benefiting patients from all over Pakistan and 15 other countries. This initiative provides a lifeline to many people who otherwise would not be able to afford advanced care.
