Proton Therapy, IMRT, IGRT, CyberKnife, SBRT — India's cancer centres offer the world's most advanced radiation technology at 60–80% lower cost. Medifly handles everything: the right hospital, the right specialist, the visa, the stay, and your peace of mind.
Being told you need radiation therapy ↗ is already frightening. Navigating a foreign country's healthcare system on top of that should not be part of your burden. Here is what every international patient faces — and exactly how Medifly removes each obstacle.
You are not choosing a restaurant — you are choosing who will direct high-energy beams at tumour tissue inside your body. The margin for error is zero. Every hospital in India will tell you they are the best. Online research gives you hundreds of options, no way to verify credentials, and conflicting claims. How do you know which Radiation Oncologist actually has the best outcomes for your specific cancer type?
We match your specific cancer type, stage, and scan reports to the exact specialist — not just any oncologist, but the Head of Department or Senior Consultant who specialises in that tumour. Our relationships are built over 15 years, not a Google search.
Your doctor told you that you need radiation. But which kind? IMRT, IGRT, VMAT, SBRT, Proton Therapy, CyberKnife ↗ — the terminology is overwhelming, and each has different indications, side effect profiles, and cost implications. And if your home doctor got the diagnosis wrong — or missed something — you would never know until it was too late. Patients routinely arrive in India with reports that have been misread or with treatment plans that were not the right first choice.
Our MBBS-qualified team reads your reports before any specialist does. We translate the medical language into plain English for you, then take your scans to a Senior Radiation Oncologist for a verified second opinion — explaining every option in simple terms so you can make a confident, informed decision.
Radiation therapy is not a single procedure — it is a course of treatment. Multiple sessions (sometimes 25–35 fractions over 5–7 weeks), planning scans, simulation, dosimetry, weekly doctor reviews, medication, and room charges all add up. Hospitals quote a headline number. Hidden in the fine print: planning CT charges, dosimetrist fees, bolus fabrication, IGRT add-ons per session, and medication not included in the package. International patients often end up paying 30–50% more than the quoted price.
We provide a fully itemised, written package quote before you travel — covering every session, every scan, every consultation, and every medication. We audit the quote ourselves and negotiate a fixed, all-inclusive rate using our hospital partner relationships. What we quote is what you pay.
You are lying on a linear accelerator, a machine is rotating around you, and the radiotherapy technician gives you instructions — in Tamil or Hindi. Your radiation oncologist explains your weekly review in medical jargon that even a native English speaker would struggle with. Getting the right positioning every session matters enormously in radiation therapy — a millimetre off-target has consequences. If you cannot communicate clearly, you cannot advocate for yourself at the moment it matters most.
Your dedicated Medifly coordinator accompanies you to every key appointment — not just the first. For Arabic, Mandarin, Bangla, and other languages, we provide interpretation throughout the treatment course. You will always know exactly what is happening, what you are consenting to, and what to expect next.
Radiation therapy is not a single visit. It is weeks of daily or near-daily treatment sessions — sometimes 25 to 35 sessions over 5 to 7 weeks. You need a medical visa that lasts long enough. You need to live near the hospital so you are not travelling 45 minutes each way while your body is under treatment stress. You need someone to coordinate your daily transport to and from the hospital. You need to know what to do if you develop side effects — fatigue, nausea, skin reactions — in a country where you do not have a local GP. And you need all of this organised before you step on the plane, or the first week becomes chaos.
Medifly plans your entire treatment stay before you book your flight. We obtain the correct-duration medical visa invitation, arrange accommodation within 5–10 minutes of the hospital (serviced apartments where family can cook if needed), organise daily transport, and assign a 24/7 on-ground coordinator. When side effects happen — and they do — we are there, coordinating with the oncology team immediately.
We are not a referral agency. We are your personal medical team on the ground in Chennai — from the day you send your first WhatsApp to the day you fly home recovered. Learn more about us →
We do not send your reports to a general oncologist. We match your specific cancer — by type, stage, location, and prior treatment — to the exact Radiation Oncologist with the best outcomes for that profile.
Before any specialist sees your file, our MBBS-qualified team reviews and organises your reports, highlights key findings, and ensures nothing is missed — then explains everything in plain language.
We prepare a fully itemised quote covering every session, scan, consultation, medication, and room charge — then negotiate a fixed all-inclusive rate with the hospital. No surprises. No hidden add-ons.
We arrange everything before you leave home — the right medical visa duration, flights guidance, accommodation close to the hospital, daily transport, and a welcome at the airport.
Your coordinator is with you at every critical appointment — translating, advocating, explaining, and ensuring you are never alone when a decision needs to be made.
Radiation side effects — fatigue, skin reactions, nausea — are real and need immediate attention. We coordinate with the oncology team on your behalf, so nothing is delayed or ignored.
Not all radiation is the same. The type recommended for you depends on your tumour type, size, location, and whether you have had prior treatment. Our oncology team reviews your case and recommends the best-fit technology — not the most expensive one. For a global overview of radiation oncology, see the IAEA's radiation oncology resources ↗.
The most precise form of radiation therapy available. Proton beams ↗ deposit their energy exactly at the tumour and stop — meaning surrounding healthy tissue receives almost no radiation. Particularly beneficial for brain, spine, paediatric, and re-irradiation cases.
Highest precision · Fewer side effectsShapes the radiation beam to match the tumour's exact profile, modulating intensity across the field. Learn more from the NCI's IMRT guide ↗. The standard of care for most head and neck, prostate, and breast cancers in India's top centres.
Widely available · Proven outcomesUses real-time imaging (CT, X-ray, or MRI) before each session to ensure the beam is perfectly aligned with the tumour every time — accounting for daily internal organ movement. Read the ASTRO patient guide ↗ for more detail.
Daily precision correctionA robotic arm delivers extremely precise, high-dose radiation from hundreds of angles. Ideal for small tumours in the brain, lung, liver, and spine. Treatment often completed in 1–5 sessions instead of weeks.
1–5 sessions · Sub-millimetre accuracyDelivers very high doses in a small number of sessions (typically 3–8) with exceptional precision. Used for early-stage lung cancer, liver metastases, spine, and kidney tumours — often replacing surgery.
High dose · Short courseThe linear accelerator rotates around the patient in a continuous arc, delivering a precisely modulated dose rapidly. Shorter treatment times per session than standard IMRT, with comparable precision.
Faster sessions · High conformityRadioactive seeds or sources are placed directly inside or next to the tumour — delivering high-dose radiation from within. Widely used for cervical, prostate, and endometrial cancers.
Internal · Localised doseWhen cure is not the goal, radiation remains powerful — relieving bone pain, reducing tumour pressure on nerves, shrinking obstructions, and significantly improving quality of life. Short courses, meaningful results. Learn more from the WHO on palliative care ↗
Pain relief · Quality of lifeHere is exactly what happens after you contact Medifly — step by step, no guesswork, no surprises.
Share your biopsy report, PET-CT scan, MRI, prior treatment records, and any oncologist's letter via WhatsApp or email. Completely free. Takes 5 minutes.
Our MBBS team reviews your file and takes it directly to a Senior Radiation Oncologist at our partner hospital. You receive a written treatment recommendation and second opinion and cost estimate within 24 hours.
We arrange your medical visa letter, treatment dates, accommodation close to the hospital, airport pickup, and a fixed all-inclusive cost package — all before you book your flight.
Your coordinator accompanies you through simulation, every session, weekly reviews, and discharge — then arranges your remote follow-up consultation 4–6 weeks after you return home.
The same machine, the same technology, the same quality of care — at a fraction of what you would pay at home. See the real numbers.
| Country | Full Radiation Course (IMRT/IGRT) |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸United States | $40,000 – $1,00,000 |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | $30,000 – $70,000 |
| 🇩🇪Germany | $25,000 – $60,000 |
| 🇸🇬Singapore | $20,000 – $50,000 |
| 🇦🇪UAE | $18,000 – $40,000 |
| 🇯🇵Japan | $30,000 – $80,000 |
| 🇮🇳India (with Medifly) | $4,000 – $18,000 |
Savings vs. US pricing for comparable treatment quality.
You do not need to figure this out alone. Medifly sends you a personalised pre-travel checklist the moment you confirm your treatment. Here is what matters most.
Over 15 years, 15,000+ patients have trusted us not because we were the cheapest option, but because we were the most human one. Read our story → · Meet our doctors →
We do not earn commissions from hospitals by sending you there. We earn your trust by finding you the right place — whether that earns us a referral fee or not.
We walk into the oncology department and speak directly with the department head. You will not wait in a queue. Your case will be reviewed by someone who knows us — and trusts our judgement.
Our team includes qualified doctors who read your reports, not just case managers who forward files. We understand your diagnosis before we recommend a specialist.
When a side effect happens at 2am, you call us — not a helpline. A real person who knows your case picks up. That is the Medifly promise.
We keep your family informed at every step — back home, in a language they understand. Your loved ones should never be left wondering what is happening.
Your medical reports, scans, and diagnosis are shared only with the treating team you approve. We take medical privacy seriously — always.
Every hospital in our network has been vetted for their radiation oncology outcomes, equipment quality, international patient experience, and specialist depth. We only work with the best — and we negotiate directly on your behalf.
MGM Healthcare
Proton & Advanced RT
Gleneagles Global
Oncology Centre
Fortis Healthcare
IMRT · IGRT · VMAT
Kauvery Hospital
CyberKnife · SBRT
Apollo Spectra
Brachytherapy
SIMS Hospital
Head & Neck RT
These are the families who trusted Medifly with their radiation therapy journey — in their own words. Get in touch to start yours →
"My husband needed radiation after his surgery for throat cancer. I was terrified — 35 sessions in a foreign country, no family nearby. Medifly arranged everything. A coordinator sat with us at every appointment. I never once felt alone in that hospital."
"The hospital in Lagos quoted me $60,000 for CyberKnife treatment. Medifly got me the same technology in Chennai for $11,000 — all-inclusive. More importantly, they told me exactly what was happening and what each session involved. I never felt like a number."
"The NHS waiting list for prostate IMRT was 5 months. I found Medifly, sent my reports on a Wednesday, and had a specialist's written opinion and a cost estimate by Thursday evening. I started treatment within three weeks. The quality of care was extraordinary."
"I needed re-irradiation for a recurrent cervical cancer. Most hospitals said it was too risky. Medifly found a specialist in Chennai who had done this hundreds of times. He reviewed my scans, said he could do it safely with brachytherapy, and gave me a second chance at life."
Send us your medical reports right now — for free, with no obligation. Within 24 hours, you will know which radiation therapy is right for you, which specialist will treat you, and exactly what it will cost. You focus on healing. We handle everything else. Also explore: our patient education blog →
