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Dr. Ishita B. Sen and Dr. Dharmender Malik practise in Nuclear Oncology & Molecular Imaging at Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Sector 44, Gurugram, Haryana 122002 — a JCI- and NABH-accredited hospital that already treats patients from more than 100 countries. It is about 16–17 km (25–30 minutes) from Delhi's IGI International Airport, with a metro station roughly 100 m away. To come for treatment you must enter India on a Medical Visa, applied for on the official Government of India portal — we prepare the hospital invitation letter and guide the process.
If this is your first journey to India, Gurugram is one of the easiest places to arrive: modern, cosmopolitan, English-speaking, and built around international hotels and hospitals. This guide walks you through each step — arriving, the visa, staying, getting around, paying for things, staying well, and even a little rest when your treatment allows — so your energy stays where it belongs.
Important
This page is general travel and planning information, not medical advice, and it does not replace guidance from your own doctors or the official travel advisories of your government. Patients in active cancer treatment should always follow their treating oncologist's instructions on fitness to fly, infection precautions and vaccination.
The location
Our consulting rooms, PET-CT and nuclear medicine facilities are all within the FMRI campus in Sector 44. The full address is Department of Nuclear Medicine, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Sector 44, Opposite Millennium City Centre Metro Station, Gurugram, Haryana 122002, India.
Open the location in Google Maps ↗ · Concierge (WhatsApp): +91 8800 988936 · Medical-visa desk: manav@nuclearmedicinetherapy.in.
Good to know
Dr. Sen and Dr. Malik consult within FMRI's Department of Nuclear Medicine; the hospital is operated by Fortis Healthcare. Theranostic Physicians Private Limited (TPPL) is their independent professional practice, with its registered office at N-5, D Block, Saket, New Delhi 110017.
Getting here — the airports
Two airports serve Gurugram. For almost every international patient, Delhi's IGI is the right choice — it is far closer and better connected.
| Airport | Distance & drive to FMRI |
|---|
| Indira Gandhi International (DEL) — recommended | ~16–17 km · 25–30 min. Delhi's main international hub, with direct flights from the Gulf, Europe, North America, Africa and Asia. |
| Noida International (Jewar, DXN) — secondary | ~110 km · ~2 hours via the Yamuna Expressway. India's newest airport; use only if your routing or fare clearly favours it. |
From the airport you can take a prepaid airport taxi, an app cab (Uber, Ola), or a pre-arranged hotel car. The Delhi Metro's Yellow Line also ends at Millennium City Centre, about 100 m from the hospital.
We'll meet you
Send us your flight details and our concierge team can have a driver waiting with your name at arrivals, and coordinate directly with your hotel and the department — so nothing is left to chance on the day you land.
You must enter on a Medical Visa
Treatment in India requires an e-Medical Visa (or a regular Medical Visa) — a tourist visa is not valid for treatment. It is a straightforward, fully online application, and we help you prepare it, including the hospital invitation letter you will need.
What you'll need
- Apply on the official Government of India portal only — beware of look-alike sites that charge extra.
- A passport valid 6+ months with two blank pages, a recent photograph, and your medical reports.
- A hospital invitation letter — we prepare this for you.
- Up to two Medical Attendant Visas for family accompanying the patient.
- Apply at least 4 days before travel; decisions typically arrive within about 3 working days.
Depending on the length of your stay, FRRO registration (indianfrro.gov.in) may also apply, and travellers arriving from yellow-fever countries must carry a vaccination certificate. We advise you on all of this.
Indicative pricing for our services
Imaging is billed at FMRI's own counter pricing, with no commission added, and every fee is confirmed in writing before you commit. The figures below are indicative and move with exchange rates.
| Service | Indicative fee |
|---|
| Online consultation | ₹ 2,500 (≈ USD 30) — a 20-minute video/voice consult with Dr. Sen, plus a written summary. For patients in India. |
| PET-CT second opinion | Confirmed in writing on enquiry; separate international pricing. Independent structured report within 72 hours, worldwide. |
| PET-CT & nuclear medicine scans | ₹ 4,000–28,900 (≈ USD 50–350) at FMRI counter pricing, zero commission. The exact figure depends on the scan (FDG, PSMA, DOTANOC, FAPI) and is confirmed by the hospital. |
Please note
These figures cover our nuclear medicine and imaging services only. Broader hospital treatment, admission or therapy costs are quoted separately by FMRI.
Where to stay
Gurugram has an excellent range of internationally branded hotels within minutes of FMRI. A few trusted options:
| Hotel | Distance & note |
|---|
| Taj City Centre, Gurugram | Adjacent to FMRI (Sector 44) · the closest premium hotel, effectively next door, with full Taj hospitality, pool and spa. |
| The Bristol Hotel | DLF Phase 1, ~15 min · a warm, well-run five-star that international guests consistently praise. |
| Courtyard by Marriott Downtown | Sector 27, ~12 min · reliable Marriott standards and kitchens happy to accommodate dietary needs. |
For the ultra-premium end, The Oberoi, Gurgaon and The Leela Ambience, Gurugram are among India's finest city hotels, both a short drive away. To compare and book yourself, trusted aggregators include Booking.com, Agoda, Expedia and MakeMyTrip. For flights to Delhi (DEL), try Google Flights, Skyscanner or KAYAK.
A modern city that's easy to love
Just south of Delhi, Gurugram (Gurgaon) is India's gleaming corporate capital — glass towers, tree-lined sectors, and the head offices of the world's biggest companies. Beneath the busy, energetic surface is a city that runs on hospitality: international hotels, world-class malls, cafés and restaurants from every corner of the globe, and people well used to welcoming guests from abroad.
The pace is lively, but you are never far from calm — a quiet hotel lounge, a landscaped golf course, a spa. Hotel districts and dining hubs are well-lit, secure and busy into the evening; English is the working language everywhere; and pharmacies, cafés, ATMs and shops sit within a few minutes of the hospital and every major hotel. It is, quite simply, one of the most comfortable places in India to arrive as a first-time traveller.
Food to look forward to
North Indian cooking is rich, aromatic and deeply comforting — creamy dal makhani, tandoori breads, butter chicken, fragrant biryanis, and endless vegetarian choice, with kitchens well used to plant-based, Jain and halal diets. Ask for mild spice if you prefer. Beyond Indian food, DLF Cyber Hub is the city's dining heart, with Farzi Café, SOCIAL and United Coffee House among dozens of options, alongside Italian, Japanese, Lebanese and more. Hotel restaurants are excellent and reliably hygienic.
Eating well in treatment
Choose freshly cooked, hot meals from your hotel or established restaurants, drink only sealed bottled or filtered water, and tell staff of any dietary or allergy needs. If you are immunocompromised, your oncologist's food-safety advice always comes first.
Getting around & paying for things
Getting around. A hotel car or app cab (Uber, Ola) is the most comfortable choice — air-conditioned, metered and door-to-door. The Delhi Metro's Yellow Line ends at Millennium City Centre, about 100 m from FMRI, and is clean, cheap and air-conditioned. Auto-rickshaws are fine for short hops. For patients, we recommend a pre-arranged car.
Money & payments. The currency is the Indian Rupee (₹). Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted at the hospital, hotels and malls; carry some cash for taxis, tips and small shops. Change money only at authorised exchangers, banks or the airport, and use bank ATMs. Tell your bank you are travelling. Amex is less widely accepted, and UPI apps are mainly for local accounts.
Simple precautions, per US & EU guidance
A short, sensible checklist keeps most visitors well — and it matters more if you are in active cancer treatment. In line with US (CDC) and EU/ECDC travel-health advice:
- Drink only sealed bottled, boiled or filtered water — including for brushing teeth — and avoid loose ice.
- Avoid raw, unpeeled or street food if you are immunocompromised: boil it, cook it, peel it — or leave it.
- Avoid unpasteurised dairy and salads or juices from uncertain kitchens.
- Use mosquito repellent — dengue is seasonal — and consider an N95 mask, as Delhi NCR air quality can dip from late October to January.
- Speak to your oncologist before you fly for their sign-off and advice on infection precautions and vaccines — some live vaccines are not suitable during treatment.
- Carry travel and medical insurance that covers your condition, plus your medicines in original packaging with prescriptions.
Important
This is general travel-health information, not medical advice. It does not replace guidance from your own doctors or the official advisories of your government (for example the US CDC or EU/ECDC). Patients in active treatment should always follow their treating oncologist's instructions.
Gentle excursions & holistic wellness
When your schedule and your doctors allow — only with medical clearance, and at an easy pace — a little beauty and rest can be part of healing. The Taj Mahal at Agra is around 3.5–4 hours away by chauffeured car along the Yamuna Expressway; a private, unhurried day with a good guide is the way to see it. Closer to base, Old and New Delhi offer Humayun's Tomb, Qutub Minar, the Lotus Temple and India Gate within an easy morning's drive.
For the finest holistic healing, two internationally renowned retreats lie within reach: Ananda in the Himalayas, India's celebrated destination spa above Rishikesh, with physician-led Ayurveda, yoga and personalised wellness in serene luxury; and Six Senses Vana, Dehradun, an intimate wellness sanctuary blending Ayurveda, Tibetan medicine and modern integrative care. Our concierge team can curate private cars, guides, wellness bookings and timing around your appointments — end to end. Just ask.
Practical essentials
- Time & language: India Standard Time is UTC+5:30, no daylight saving. English and Hindi are both widely used.
- Power & SIM: 230V, plug types C, D and M. Buy an Airtel or Jio tourist SIM at the airport with your passport and visa.
- Weather: October–March is pleasant and cool; April–June is hot; the monsoon runs July–September.
- Tipping: modest tipping is customary — rounding up for drivers, ₹50–100 for porters, 5–10% at restaurants if service isn't included.
- Attendants: two family members can accompany a patient on Medical Attendant Visas — we plan for their travel too.
- Pharmacies: well-stocked pharmacies operate in and around the hospital and every hotel district, many around the clock.
For patients & families
Frequently asked questions
Q01Which visa do I need to come for treatment?
You must travel on an e-Medical Visa (or a regular Medical Visa) — a tourist visa is not valid for treatment. Apply only on the official Government of India portal at indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa. We prepare your hospital invitation letter and can guide the whole application; email manav@nuclearmedicinetherapy.in.
Q02Which airport should I fly into?
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the best choice — about 16–17 km and a 25–30 minute drive from FMRI. The new Noida International Airport (Jewar) is roughly 110 km away, so use it only if your routing clearly favours it.
Q03Can my family travel with me?
Yes. Up to two accompanying family members can be granted Medical Attendant Visas linked to the patient's Medical Visa. We help arrange these alongside your own application.
Q04How do I pay, and can I use my cards?
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted at the hospital, hotels and malls. Carry some Indian Rupees for taxis, tips and smaller shops, and change money only at authorised exchangers, banks or the airport.
Q05Is Gurugram safe and easy for a first-time visitor?
Very much so. It is a modern, cosmopolitan city where English is widely spoken, international hotels and hospitals are the norm, and our concierge team can arrange airport pickup, transport and accommodation so you are supported from arrival onwards.
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About the Author
Dr. Ishita B. Sen
MBBS · MD (Nuclear Medicine) · Director & Chief, Department of Nuclear Medicine, Fortis Memorial Research Institute
Dr. Sen leads the nuclear medicine and theranostics programme at FMRI, Gurugram, and works alongside Dr. Dharmender Malik caring for patients who travel from across India and around the world. The team supports international patients through every step of the journey — from the first report to arrival, treatment and going home.