An example of humanity: Dr. Arvind Kumar took full responsibility for the child's cancer treatment

Buddha Cancer Centre, Patna, a leading oncology institution dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centric cancer care, continues to uphold its mission of accessible healthcare for all. In a remarkable act of compassion and professional commitment, Dr. Arvind Kumar-Director of the Centre and a distinguished medical oncologist-has undertaken full responsibility for the treatment of a seven-year-old child diagnosed with cancer.

Ensure immediate medical assistance-

The incident occurred recently at Patliputra Railway Station, Patna, when Dr. Kumar, while returning home from duty, encountered the child, identified as MD Farooq, in a critical and visibly distressed condition. Recognizing the urgency, Dr. Kumar personally transported the child and his parents to Buddha Cancer Centre in his own vehicle, ensuring immediate medical intervention without delay.

A strong and humane resolve to bear the entire cost of the child's treatment-

Subsequent diagnostic evaluations confirmed that the child was suffering from lymphoma, a serious malignancy of the lymphatic system. The family, facing acute financial hardship and lacking access to government healthcare schemes such as Ayushman Bharat, was unable to afford the necessary treatment. In response, Dr. Kumar made a decisive and humane commitment to cover the entire cost of the child’s treatment, ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality care.

As medical professionals, our responsibility extends far beyond clinical care-

Speaking on this initiative, Dr. Arvind Kumar, Founder of Buddha Cancer Centre stated, “Every life deserves a fighting chance, irrespective of financial or social circumstances. As medical professionals, our responsibility extends beyond clinical care—it is about empathy, dignity, and standing with patients in their most vulnerable moments. This is not an act of charity, but a duty towards humanity.”

Reflecting the values ​​that define the vision of Budd Cancer Centre-

This gesture underscores the critical role of ethical leadership in healthcare and reflects the values that define Buddha Cancer Centre’s approach—combining clinical excellence with compassion. It also highlights the broader need for equitable access to life-saving treatments, especially for underserved populations.

Respected Medical Oncologist-

Dr. Arvind Kumar is a highly respected Medical Oncologist, trained at AIIMS New Delhi, where he completed his DM in Medical Oncology. He is the first specialist in this field from Bihar to return to serve his home state after advanced training. With over 17 years of experience, Dr. Kumar has extensive expertise in hematological malignancies, solid tumors, bone marrow transplantation, and palliative care. He currently serves as the Founder Director and Senior Medical Oncologist at Buddha Cancer Centre, Patna.