CROSS-BORDER CANCER TREATMENT:
HOW CANCERFAX WORKS
The specialist oncologist, the advanced treatment, the open clinical trial — all within reach. CancerFax removes the barriers between a patient and the best available care.
analyticsAt a Glance
- check_circleCancerFax serves patients from 50+ countries — connecting them to specialist oncology second opinions and treatment access internationally
- check_circleServices span second opinions, CAR-T access, surgical resectability reviews, proton therapy, and clinical trial matching
- check_circleLanguage, logistics, medical record translation, and institutional access are all managed by CancerFax
- check_circleCancerFax is a patient navigation service — clinical decisions remain with the qualified oncologists at partner centres
What CancerFax Is — and What It Is Not
CancerFax is an oncology patient navigation and access facilitation platform. It connects patients who need specialist cancer expertise — whether for a second opinion, an advanced treatment, or a clinical trial — with the specialist centres and oncologists that can provide it. CancerFax manages the administrative, logistical, linguistic, and institutional barriers that prevent patients from accessing care that exists but is not otherwise reachable.
“The treatment exists. The specialist exists. The trial is open. CancerFax exists because most patients cannot reach these without help.”
What CancerFax Is
A patient navigation and access facilitation platform. CancerFax manages records, translation, specialist matching, submission, appointment coordination, logistics, and follow-up — providing the infrastructure that makes international specialist access practically achievable for patients from any country.
What CancerFax Is Not
CancerFax is not a medical provider and does not diagnose, prescribe, or treat. Clinical second opinions and treatment decisions are made by qualified oncologists at accredited partner centres — CancerFax is the layer that connects patient to specialist and manages everything in between.
CancerFax: Reach and Service Scope
The scale of CancerFax's network and service portfolio reflects the breadth of unmet need in international oncology navigation.
- 50+Countries from which patients have accessed CancerFax servicesCancerFax serves patients from across South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia, and international diaspora communities — primarily from regions where specialist oncology access is most limited relative to the treatments available.
- 5–14 daysTurnaround for remote second opinion from complete record receipt to report deliveryRemote second opinion reports are delivered within 5–14 business days of receiving a complete records package — standard for most diagnoses, with complex rare tumour cases taking up to 21 days.
- 15+Languages in which CancerFax accepts patient recordsArabic, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Turkish, French, Russian, Swahili, Tagalog, Tamil, Sinhala, Nepali, Gujarati, and others — all medically translated before specialist submission.
CancerFax Services: What We Facilitate
CancerFax facilitates access across the full spectrum of specialist oncology needs — from initial second opinion to advanced treatment and clinical trial enrolment.
| Service | What It Involves | Who It Is For | Typical Timeline |
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| Remote cancer second opinion | Expert review of pathology, imaging, molecular data, and treatment plan — written report in English | Patients seeking diagnosis confirmation or treatment plan review without travelling | 5–14 business days from complete records |
| In-person second opinion coordination | Records preparation, appointment booking, medical visa, logistics, interpreter, report delivery | Patients who need physical examination or where in-person visit adds clinical value | 3–6 weeks from first contact |
| Surgical resectability review | Imaging submitted to high-volume subspecialist surgical team — preliminary resectability assessment | Patients told their cancer is inoperable | 7–14 days remote; in-person if surgery confirmed |
| CAR-T eligibility assessment | Eligibility mapping against Chinese and Western approved products + investigational trials | Relapsed/refractory haematological malignancy patients | 5–10 business days |
| Proton / carbon ion therapy access | Eligibility review, remote consultation, SPHIC or other centre referral, full logistics | Brain tumours, paediatric cancers, radioresistant tumours | 3–8 weeks from assessment to treatment start |
| Clinical trial matching | Review of molecular profile and disease status against open global trial databases | Patients exhausting standard treatment options | 7–14 days |
| Medical translation and records preparation | Certified medical translation of records from any language + structured submission package | International patients whose records are in non-English languages | 3–7 days |
How CancerFax Works: The Complete Process
The CancerFax process is designed to be simple for the patient — one point of contact, clear steps, no logistical surprises.
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Step 1: First Contact (Day 1)
Patient or family contacts CancerFax via website, WhatsApp, or email with their diagnosis, brief treatment history, location, and what they need. CancerFax responds within one business day with an initial assessment, pathway recommendation, and transparent cost estimate.
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Step 2: Records Collection (Days 2–12)
CancerFax provides a cancer-type-specific records checklist and, where needed, a pre-written records release letter for the patient's hospital. Records are uploaded to CancerFax's secure patient portal. CancerFax checks completeness and identifies any missing critical materials.
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Step 3: Translation and Preparation (Days 5–14)
Non-English records are medically translated by CancerFax's oncology-specialised translators. All records are compiled into a structured referral package with a clinical summary and the specific questions the specialist is asked to address.
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Step 4: Specialist Matching and Submission (Days 10–15)
CancerFax submits the complete package to the specialist — matched to the patient's specific diagnosis by subspeciality volume and expertise, not institutional prestige ranking alone.
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Step 5: Review and Report Delivery (Days 15–25)
The specialist reviews records and prepares a written opinion. CancerFax receives, quality-checks, and delivers the English-language report to the patient. Optional teleconsultation with the specialist is arranged on request.
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Step 6: Follow-Up and Treatment Access (Ongoing)
CancerFax coordinates follow-up questions, treating oncologist communication, insurance documentation, and — where the second opinion identifies a treatment available at the partner centre — the full treatment access process.
CancerFax Partner Centre Network
CancerFax works with leading specialist oncology centres across China, India, and internationally — selected for subspeciality volume, clinical outcomes, and international patient infrastructure.
| Country | Key Centres | Specialities | Patient Access |
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| China | Zhongshan Hospital Shanghai, FUSCC, SYSUCC Guangzhou, PKUPH Beijing, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, SPHIC Shanghai | HCC, gastric, NPC, haematology, brain tumours, proton/carbon ion | Full logistics support by CancerFax; bilingual coordinators throughout |
| India | Tata Memorial Centre Mumbai, Apollo Hospitals (Chennai, Hyderabad, Delhi), CMC Vellore, AIIMS New Delhi, Apollo Proton Cancer Centre | All solid tumours, haematology, paediatric oncology, proton therapy, complex surgery | English-language care; CancerFax coordinates logistics |
| Germany / Europe | Heidelberg HIT, selected sarcoma and rare tumour centres | Carbon ion therapy, sarcoma, rare tumours | For specific rare tumour and particle therapy cases not accessible in Asia |
| USA (selective) | MD Anderson remote second opinion programme, MSK Connect | Complex rare tumours, first-in-class trial access | Remote second opinion coordination; in-person access for specific clinical scenarios |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about how CancerFax works and what patients can expect.
About the CancerFax Service
What does CancerFax cost?
CancerFax charges a facilitation fee that covers records management, translation, specialist matching, submission, and report coordination. The fee varies by service type — a remote second opinion costs significantly less than full in-person treatment coordination. CancerFax provides a transparent, itemised cost estimate before any commitment is required. There are no hidden fees added after the initial estimate.
How is CancerFax different from a medical tourism agency?
CancerFax is specifically focused on oncology and operates with clinical navigation expertise — not general health travel logistics. The key differences: CancerFax matches patients to specialists by subspeciality volume and tumour-type expertise; provides medical records review and completeness checking; delivers English-language clinical reports; and manages post-treatment coordination with home oncologists. A general medical tourism agency typically manages logistics without this clinical navigation layer.
Can I use CancerFax for a second opinion if I am already receiving treatment?
Yes — CancerFax second opinions are available at any treatment stage. Whether you are pre-surgery, mid-treatment, at recurrence, or planning the next step, a second opinion provides additional information to inform the decision ahead. For patients mid-treatment, the most valuable second opinion question is usually about what comes next — whether the current plan is optimal given response, and what the options are if it fails.
What languages does CancerFax support?
CancerFax accepts patient records in all major languages including Arabic, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Turkish, French, Russian, Swahili, Tagalog, Tamil, Sinhala, Nepali, and Gujarati. All records are medically translated by oncology-specialised translators before submission to the specialist centre. Telemedicine consultations and on-ground support are provided with trained medical interpreters in all major languages.
Explore CancerFax Services and Resources
Discover the full range of CancerFax navigation services — from second opinions to treatment access and clinical trial matching.
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How CancerFax Helps
CancerFax is a specialist cancer access and patient-navigation platform. We help patients and families understand their options, organise medical records, coordinate hospital communication, and support cross-border treatment planning where appropriate.
We help collect and organise reports, scans, pathology, biomarker results, and treatment history for structured case review.
We communicate with hospitals or trial teams to assess whether a case may be suitable for further screening.
We support appointment coordination, document submission, translation, and direct communication with international departments.
For international patients, we help with practical coordination — travel planning, hospital admission guidance, and local support.
If this option is not suitable, we help explore other relevant treatments, clinical trials, or advanced care pathways.
From inquiry through to follow-up, our coordinators provide a single point of contact for the family.
CancerFax does not guarantee treatment access, eligibility, or clinical outcome. Our role is to help patients access accurate information, structured review, and appropriate specialist pathways.
Start Your CancerFax Journey Today
Contact CancerFax with your diagnosis, your clinical question, and your location. We will respond within one business day with a clear, transparent pathway — including centre options, cost estimates, and timeline. No commitment required for the initial consultation.
CancerFax is a patient navigation and access facilitation service — not a medical provider. All clinical decisions are made by qualified oncologists at accredited partner centres.