About IOCI | Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute
About Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute

Expertise for Every Stage of
Ovarian Disease

The Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute (IOCI) is a dedicated centre focused exclusively on the diagnosis, treatment, research, and awareness of ovarian diseases and ovarian cancer.

"From Simple Cyst to Advanced Cancer โ€” Expert Care at Every Stage"
18+
Years Surgical Experience
14+
Years Robotic Surgery
India's
First Exclusive Ovarian Cancer Centre
All
Stages of Ovarian Disease

What is the Indian Ovarian
Cancer Institute?

The Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute (IOCI) is a dedicated centre focused exclusively on the diagnosis, treatment, research, and awareness of ovarian diseases and ovarian cancer.

To provide specialized, stage-wise, and comprehensive care for every ovarian condition โ€” from simple cysts to advanced cancer.

Built with a clear purpose to serve patients across the entire ovarian disease spectrum with expertise and compassion

Serving patients of all age groups โ€” from young girls to elderly women โ€” across Gujarat and India

Based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, serving patients from across India and internationally

Established 2018 ยท Ahmedabad

Why a Dedicated Institute
Is Needed

Ovarian disease is not one condition โ€” it is a wide spectrum. Each type has different biology, different prognosis, and different treatment requirements.

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The Spectrum
  • Simple ovarian cyst
  • Complex cyst
  • Benign tumours
  • Early-stage ovarian cancer
  • Advanced and metastatic cancer
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Different Types
  • Epithelial tumours
  • Germ cell tumours
  • Stromal tumours
  • Each with different biology
  • Each with different prognosis & treatment
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Affects All Ages
  • Young girls & adolescents
  • Reproductive-age women
  • Peri-menopausal women
  • Post-menopausal & elderly women
  • Each group needs unique approach
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Managing It Needs
  • Accurate diagnosis & staging
  • Proper surgical planning
  • Intraoperative decision-making
  • Advanced surgical expertise
  • Comprehensive cancer centre

Our Guiding Principles

Individualised Treatment
Every ovarian condition needs a personalised treatment plan
No two patients are the same; no two tumours are the same
Stage-specific, guideline-based care for each patient
Expert Surgical Approach
Treatment done at a comprehensive ovarian cancer centre
Accurate diagnosis before any surgical intervention
Resection without rupture โ€” preserving surgical integrity
Patient-Centric Care
Fertility preservation options wherever possible
Chemotherapy without hair loss โ€” quality of life focus
Complete care โ€” before, during, and after treatment
"With the correct approach, most ovarian diseases โ€” including advanced cancer โ€” can be effectively treated."
โ€” Core Philosophy, Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute

What Makes IOCI Different

India's first exclusive ovarian cancer centre combines specialized focus, advanced surgical expertise, and patient-centric care.

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Specialized Focus

  • India's first exclusive ovarian cancer centre
  • Covers entire spectrum of ovarian diseases
  • All under one dedicated roof
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Evidence-Based Care

  • Latest treatment protocols
  • International guideline-based management
  • Consistent clinical outcomes
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Patient-Centric Approach

  • Fertility-preserving surgery options
  • Focus on quality of life
  • Chemotherapy without hair loss

Our Vision & Mission

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Our Vision

To build India's leading dedicated ovarian cancer centre focused on:

Improving survival and outcomes in ovarian cancer
Providing stage-specific, individualised treatment
Advancing ovarian cancer research & academic collaboration
Creating awareness for early diagnosis across India
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Our Mission

Deliver world-class ovarian cancer care through:

Deliver expert surgical care for all ovarian diseases
Provide CRS and HIPEC expertise in India
Ensure guideline-based treatment for every patient
Promote fertility-preserving options where possible
Develop research, awareness & academic collaboration

Leadership & Expertise

Dr. Swati H. Shah

Founder & Director, Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute | Gynecologic Oncologist & Robotic Cancer Surgeon

MS, DrNB Surgical Oncologist
18+
Years Surgical
14+
Years Robotic
Ovarian cancer and pelvic oncology specialist
18+ years of surgical oncology experience
Expert in Robotic Surgery, CRS & HIPEC
Pioneer in advanced ovarian cancer surgery in Gujarat
Active researcher, faculty, and academic leader

Dr. Harsh Shah

Co-Founder & Additional Director, Indian Ovarian Cancer Institute | GI & HPB Oncosurgeon

MS, MCh, DrNB GI Surgery
Specialist in GI, HPB and peritoneal cancers
Expert in Robotic Surgery, CRS, HIPEC & PIPAC
Experienced in complex abdominal and multi-organ surgery
Key member of the multidisciplinary ovarian cancer team
Focused on precision surgery and organ preservation

Dr. Swapnil V. Sharma

Ovarian & Breast Cancer Surgeon | Surgical Oncologist

MS, DrNB Surgical Oncology
Specialist in ovarian and breast cancer surgery
Expert in Robotic Surgery, CRS & HIPEC
Experienced in minimally invasive cancer surgery
Provides multidisciplinary, evidence-based cancer care
Committed to precise surgery and long-term patient follow-up

Multidisciplinary Care Approach

Ovarian cancer care requires a team approach. At IOCI, treatment involves specialists from every relevant field.

Core Clinical Team
Surgical oncology
Medical oncology
Radiology
Pathology
Onco-anaesthesiology & critical care
Extended Support Team
Dietician
Physiotherapist
Psychologist
Genetic counsellor
Intensivist
Comprehensive Care Model
Accurate diagnosis & staging
Advanced surgical expertise
Chemotherapy & targeted therapy
Prehabilitation & post-operative care
Long-term follow-up

All under one coordinated system

Clinical Work & Patient Outcomes

At IOCI, our expertise is reflected in real patient outcomes and experiences โ€” demonstrating expertise across all stages of ovarian disease.

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Case Summaries
Complex ovarian cancer surgeries
Early-stage cancers treated successfully
Advanced Stage 3 & 4 cases with complete tumour removal
Expertise across all stages of ovarian disease
Explore case summaries
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Patient Video Testimonials
Real patient journeys shared openly
Recovery after CRS & HIPEC
Experiences with advanced ovarian cancer treatment
Helping patients understand real treatment & recovery
Watch patient stories
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Google Reviews
Feedback from patients and families
Experiences of care, outcomes, and support
Consistent high ratings
Reflecting trust, transparency, and patient satisfaction
Read patient reviews

Why This Matters โ€” Every ovarian cancer case is unique. Real outcomes reflect surgical expertise, clinical decision-making, and quality of comprehensive care.

Research, Training & Awareness

The institute is deeply committed to advancing ovarian cancer knowledge and care across India.

Research
Academic collaboration with institutions
Ovarian cancer research programs
Developing patient registries and data
Training
Robotic & minimally invasive surgery training
CRS + HIPEC surgeon mentoring
Stage-specific surgical education
Awareness
Ovarian cancer awareness programs
Community outreach across Gujarat
Early detection & screening campaigns
Publications
National & international journal publications
Evidence-based guidelines contribution
Academic presentations & conferences

Where We Serve

Based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, IOCI serves patients from across India and beyond.

Ahmedabad, Gujarat Across Gujarat Pan-India International Patients
Gujarat
Home Base
5+
States Served
Intl.
Patients Welcome

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If you or your patient has an ovarian cyst, complex ovarian tumour, or suspected / confirmed ovarian cancer โ€” early expert evaluation ensures correct diagnosis, proper treatment planning, and best outcomes.

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