Gynaecological Cancer Care for Patients from Udaipur
Udaipur is the largest city in Southern Rajasthan, with a population of approximately 6 lakh in the city and over 30 lakh in the district. While Udaipur has general oncology services, subspecialist gynaecological oncosurgery — robotic cancer surgery, HIPEC, PIPAC, and fellowship-trained expertise — is not currently available in the city.
Ahmedabad, located approximately 260 km south of Udaipur, is the nearest major centre offering ESGO-certified gynaecological oncosurgery. Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel regularly treats patients from Udaipur and Southern Rajasthan, and the Ahmedabad referral route is well established for Udaipur families.
Travelling from Udaipur to Ahmedabad
Udaipur has excellent connectivity to Ahmedabad:
- By road — approximately 4 to 4.5 hours via NH48 through Dungarpur and Modasa, or via the Udaipur–Ahmedabad highway through Himmatnagar. Well-maintained highway with regular rest stops.
- By flight — daily flights between Maharana Pratap Airport (Udaipur) and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (Ahmedabad). Flight time approximately 1 hour. Most convenient option for patients.
- By train — direct trains available, journey time approximately 7–9 hours. Overnight trains allow patients to arrive in Ahmedabad in the morning.
Ahmedabad is closer and more accessible from Udaipur than Delhi (670 km) or Mumbai (800 km), making it the natural referral destination for specialist gynaecological cancer care.
Why Udaipur Patients Are Referred to Ahmedabad
Southern Rajasthan’s healthcare infrastructure is developing rapidly, but subspecialist gynaecological oncosurgery requires a critical mass of surgical volume, multidisciplinary infrastructure, and advanced surgical platforms that are concentrated in larger centres. Udaipur patients are referred to Ahmedabad for:
- Ovarian cancer — cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC, and PIPAC require specialist infrastructure and a trained peritoneal surface malignancy team
- Cervical cancer — radical hysterectomy, trachelectomy, and sentinel lymph node mapping require fellowship-trained surgical expertise
- Robotic surgery — the da Vinci surgical platform for minimally invasive cancer staging and radical surgery
- Complex or recurrent disease — multi-visceral surgery, re-do procedures, and cases requiring multidisciplinary tumour board input
- Second opinions — patients who have received a treatment plan from a general surgeon or gynaecologist and want independent subspecialist review
Ahmedabad’s proximity (260 km, 1-hour flight) means that specialist care is accessible without the cost and disruption of travelling to Delhi or Mumbai.
Coordinating Care Between Udaipur and Ahmedabad
The care pathway for Udaipur patients is streamlined to minimise travel:
- Initial contact — call +91 76988 00333 or send reports via WhatsApp for preliminary review and visit planning
- Consultation — in-person review in Ahmedabad with all reports, imaging CDs, and pathology slides. A morning flight from Udaipur allows same-day consultation.
- Pre-operative workup — blood tests, ECG, and anaesthesia clearance can be completed in Udaipur before travelling for surgery
- Surgery — performed in Ahmedabad. Affordable accommodation is available near all three hospitals for accompanying family members.
- Adjuvant treatment — chemotherapy or radiation can be administered in Udaipur under the treating oncologist, with Dr. Nishtha’s protocol and oversight
Many Udaipur patients also have family connections in Ahmedabad, further easing the logistics of treatment.
Book a Consultation
Reach out to plan your consultation and understand the next step in care. Book a gynaecological oncology consultation for patients from Udaipur. Dr. Nishtha Tripathi Patel is available at Sterling Hospitals, KD Hospital, and Welcare Speciality Hospital in Ahmedabad — a 1-hour flight from Udaipur.
Gynaecological Oncology for Udaipur Patients — FAQs
- Is Ahmedabad the nearest centre for gynaecological oncology from Udaipur?
Yes. Ahmedabad (260 km, 1-hour flight) is the nearest major centre with ESGO-certified gynaecological oncosurgery, robotic surgery, and HIPEC/PIPAC capabilities. It is closer than Delhi (670 km) and Mumbai (800 km).
- How do I travel from Udaipur to Ahmedabad?
Daily flights take approximately 1 hour. Road travel takes 4–4.5 hours via NH48. Overnight trains are also available. Flying is recommended for patients.
- Can my chemotherapy be done in Udaipur after surgery?
Yes. Adjuvant chemotherapy can often be administered by a medical oncologist in Udaipur following Dr. Nishtha’s treatment protocol. This reduces the need for repeated travel to Ahmedabad.
- Is accommodation available near the hospitals for family?
Yes. All three hospitals are along the SG Highway in western Ahmedabad, an area with many hotels and guest houses at various price points. The team can recommend options when you book your visit.
- Do I need a referral from my Udaipur doctor?
No referral is required. Contact Dr. Nishtha’s practice directly at +91 76988 00333. Bringing all existing reports and a summary from your treating doctor is recommended.