KIRAN Hospital Karachi: A Comprehensive Cancer Care Centre Serving Thousands |
Karachi Institute of Radiotherapy and Nuclear Medicine (KIRAN), a leading cancer treatment facility under the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), has grown into one of the busiest and most impactful oncology centres in Pakistan. Serving patients not only from Karachi but from across Sindh, Baluchistan, and southern Punjab, KIRAN plays a vital role in delivering accessible, affordable, and modern cancer care to thousands of families each year.
Radiotherapy: The Heart of Clinical Services
KIRAN’s radiotherapy department is one of the highest, volume centres in the country, treating more than 300 patients daily. The hospital operates three linear accelerators that provide a full spectrum of contemporary treatment techniques, including:
· 3D, CRT (3, Dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy)
· IMRT (Intensity, Modulated Radiotherapy)
· VMAT (Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy)
· IGRT (Image Guided Radiotherapy)
· Stereotactic radiotherapy for selected cases
Despite the massive patient load, the radiation oncology team maintains high, quality planning, precision, and safety through rigorous quality assurance and a multidisciplinary approach. For many patients who cannot afford private, sector oncology, KIRAN is........