Apollo Hospital offers services for detection, treatment of breast cancer

THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- As most women know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. However, too many women forget to take the simple steps to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same.Apollo Hospital in The Woodlands makes early detection easy for women. Their advanced diagnostic center offers Hologic digital mammography with 3D breast tomosynthesis, 3 Tesla MRI, iU22 ultrasound, full biopsy services and on-site radiologists trained in breast imaging. Apollo Hospital is also home to the Emil J. Freireich Cancer Center, a comprehensive treatment facility delivering 24-hour infusion therapy, bio-immunotherapy and radiation therapy. The center is named after Emil J. Freireich, an award-winning oncologist named the “Pioneer of Modern Oncology” for his significant contributions to cancer research.“We offer our patients collaborative care. Unlike other cancer centers, Apollo offers a full range of oncology and personal services in a relaxed and convenient setting,” said Henna Malik, M.D. at Apollo Hospital. “Personally, my goal is to make treatment more accessible and less stressful for patients without compromising quality of care.”Apollo Hospital is equipped with an array of medical services and cutting-edge technology such as the Philips Ingenuity 128-Slice Computed Tomography (CT) scanner. The unit is capable of scanning the entire body in seconds, providing detailed 3D images of organs and structures inside the human body.“This advanced technology enables our physicians to identify small tumors that would otherwise go undetected by older technology,” said Dr. Malik. “Timing is of the essence when it comes to cancer, so having the latest technology that allows for early detection in addition to having everything at Apollo makes a huge difference in the patients’ overall treatment and outcome.”Apollo Hospital provides more than just the care and treatment of cancer. Their boutique-style environment and expertly trained staff of medical professionals deliver prompt, courteous care. Apollo Hospital understands how difficult cancer treatment can be on a patient’s physical and emotional health, not to mention their self-image. Offering in-house spa services, patients can receive a full range of complementary therapeutic and aesthetic services including manicures, pedicures, wig fittings and other hair services to offset the challenges often faced throughout the treatment process.Although Apollo Hospital is large enough to allow for in-depth cancer treatment and clinical services, it is small enough to offer exceptional patient care, personalized to treat the specific needs of each individual patient.In addition to its premier diagnostic and cancer treatment center, Apollo Hospital offers a state-of-the-art cardiac catheter lab, inpatient and outpatient surgical suites and a 24-hour emergency center.