Languages Spoken
Dr. Mandeep Singh Malhotra communicates effectively with international patients in the following languages:
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can patients from Kazakhstan travel between chemotherapy cycles?
A: Yes, for most chemotherapy regimens. Cycles are typically 21 or 28 days apart. Between cycles, patients can travel back to Kazakhstan to be with their families, returning to India for the next cycle. Dr. Malhotra’s team provides a detailed cycle schedule in advance to allow for travel planning.
Q: How much does immunotherapy cost in India compared to Kazakhstan?
A: Pembrolizumab (Keytruda) — one of the most widely used immunotherapy agents — costs approximately $700 to $1,500 per cycle in India, compared to $3,000 to $5,000 per cycle in Kazakhstan or Turkey. Over a 6-cycle course, this represents a saving of $14,000 to $24,000 USD.
Q: Is targeted therapy available for lung cancer in India?
A: Yes. CK Birla Hospital offers comprehensive molecular profiling of lung tumours — including EGFR, ALK, ROS1, KRAS, and PD-L1 testing — enabling Dr. Malhotra to prescribe the most effective targeted therapy for each patient’s specific mutation profile.
Q: Can I get a second cancer opinion from Dr. Malhotra before starting treatment?
A: Absolutely. Second opinions in oncology are strongly encouraged. Send your biopsy report, PET/CT scan, previous treatment history, and blood results to MediKaya Healthcare. We will provide Dr. Malhotra’s review within 48 hours — free of charge, with no obligation to travel.
Q: What support is available for cancer patients from Kazakhstan during treatment in India?
A: MediKaya Healthcare provides a comprehensive international patient support package: airport pick-up, accommodation near CK Birla Hospital, Russian-speaking coordinator available throughout, regular family updates, and post-treatment follow-up coordination with your local oncologist in Kazakhstan.
Краткое содержание (Russian Summary)
Доктор Мандип Сингх Малхотра — старший онколог в больнице CK Birla, Нью-Дели. Специализируется на лечении рака молочной железы, рака лёгких, онкологии ЖКТ, иммунотерапии и таргетной терапии. Стоимость химиотерапии в Индии: $250–600 за цикл. В Казахстане: $800–1 500 за цикл. Иммунотерапия в Индии на 60–70% дешевле, чем в Казахстане или Турции. Лечение между циклами можно проводить дома — вы приезжаете только на сессии. Отправьте ваш диагноз и биопсию — бесплатное второе мнение за 48 часов. WhatsApp / Telegram: @MediKayaHealthcare