Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre Peshawar is a specialized cancer hospital in Peshawar located in Phase 5, Hayatabad. The hospital provides comprehensive cancer care and serves patients from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and neighbouring areas. It is part of the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Trust healthcare network.

The Peshawar hospital provides specialized services covering cancer diagnosis, treatment, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, palliative care and advanced diagnostic investigations. The hospital also provides diagnostic services to both cancer and non-cancer patients.

Cancer Treatment and Oncology Services

Shaukat Khanum Hospital Peshawar provides multidisciplinary cancer treatment through specialized departments including Medical Oncology, Clinical and Radiation Oncology, Surgical Oncology and Paediatric Oncology.

Medical Oncology services include systemic cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, targeted therapy, biologic therapy and immunotherapy. The hospital also has an outpatient chemotherapy facility where eligible patients can receive treatment under specialist supervision.

Radiation Therapy and Cancer Surgery

The hospital provides radiotherapy and surgical oncology services as part of its comprehensive cancer treatment system. Patients can receive assessment and treatment planning involving different oncology specialties, supported by pathology and radiology services.

The multidisciplinary approach allows medical, surgical and radiation specialists to work together when developing treatment plans for cancer patients.

Advanced Diagnostic Services

Advanced diagnostic services are an important part of Shaukat Khanum Hospital Peshawar. The hospital provides pathology and radiology services and has advanced imaging facilities.

The hospital installed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s first PET-CT scanner in 2020 and later added the province’s first 3 Tesla MRI scanner in 2024, strengthening its diagnostic imaging capabilities.

Emergency and Supportive Care

The Peshawar facility has a 24-hour Emergency Room for acute illnesses and emergencies. It also provides access to an Intensive Care Unit and Dialysis facility. Other supportive services include pharmacy, pathology, radiology and patient-support services.

The hospital’s outpatient services also provide consultations across multiple specialties. According to the official hospital information, Peshawar outpatient clinics operate Monday to Saturday, with specific hours varying by service.

Why Choose Shaukat Khanum Hospital Peshawar?

Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital Peshawar provides specialized cancer care, oncology treatment, cancer surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and diagnostic services under one healthcare network. Its location in Hayatabad, Peshawar makes specialized cancer treatment more accessible to patients from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and nearby regions.