Dr. Sai Lakshmi Daayana

Dr. Sai Lakshmi Daayana is a highly accomplished Consultant in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology, and a specialist surgical oncologist dedicated to the care of women with gynecologic cancers. With over 22 years of clinical experience spanning India and the United Kingdom, she brings exceptional surgical expertise and a deep commitment to evidence-based cancer care. She holds the prestigious MRCOG qualification from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, UK, and completed advanced training in gynecological oncology in the United Kingdom, including a Clinical Lecturer role at the Christie Hospital, Manchester—one of Europe's leading cancer centers.

Dr. Daayana specializes in the surgical management of all gynecologic malignancies, including cervical, ovarian, endometrial, vulvar, and vaginal cancers. Her clinical practice encompasses radical hysterectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, complex oncologic debulking, and integrated care pathways. She is particularly recognized for her expertise in HPV-related immunotherapy and cervical cancer prevention strategies, and her research has been published in leading international journals including Clinical Cancer Research, Cancer Immunology Immunotherapy, and the British Journal of Cancer.

Dr. Daayana attracts patients from across the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia, who value her international training, fluency in English and regional languages (Hindi and Telugu), and her patient-centered approach to oncologic management. She ensures that international patients receive comprehensive pre-treatment consultation, detailed surgical planning, and coordinated follow-up care, often via secure video consultations arranged through Gaf Healthcare.

She practices at Apollo Hospital Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, a world-class tertiary cancer center with NABH accreditation, advanced imaging (PET-CT, MRI), state-of-the-art operating theaters, and a dedicated international patient services team. The hospital's multi-disciplinary tumor boards, oncology nursing support, and pain management facilities provide a comprehensive environment for complex gynecologic cancer cases. For international patients, Apollo Jubilee Hills offers visa facilitation, accommodation assistance, and English-speaking coordination throughout treatment.

International patients considering gynecologic cancer care should know that Dr. Daayana's unique combination of UK-based training, Indian practice depth, and research credentials positions her at the forefront of gynecologic oncology in Asia. Her approach integrates global best practice with personalized, compassionate care.