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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Althaf Hussain K

The conditions that Dr. Althaf Hussain K treats are listed below:

  • Ependymomas
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Skin Cancer
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Meningiomas
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Breast Cancer
  • Lung Cancer

Some women require surgery to remove the entire breast through mastectomy. The surgeons remove the breast tissues including nipple and the skin and the tissues that have the chest muscles. You may opt for breast reconstruction after a mastectomy.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Althaf Hussain K

People may experience both symptoms and signs of cancer, and this shows that something is going abnormal in the body. Also, recognizing these indicators could lead to an earlier diagnosis of the disease and possibly of better treatment. When cancer grows, the organs, nerves, and blood vessels are a little compressed, which can lead to signs and symptoms. Although there may be different symptoms in different types of cancer, some general symptoms of cancer include:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Headache
  • Hoarseness
  • Chest pain
  • Losing weight without trying
  • Coughing up blood, even a small amount
  • Bone pain
  • A new cough that doesn't go away

Operating hours of Dr. Althaf Hussain K

The operating hours of Dr Althaf Hussain K is 11 am to 6 pm (Monday to Saturday), The doctor does not see patients on Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Althaf Hussain K

The list of popular procedures that Dr Althaf Hussain K performs for cancer treatment is given below

  • Prostate Cancer Treatment

The surgical oncologist can perform even the most complicated cases with ease. The doctor has reported a high success rate in performing various procedures with high precision and accuracy. The doctor also holds a rich experience in handling complex cases with ease. The specialist is proficient in using the latest techniques to perform the procedures. Cancer surgery is done using two techniques - open surgery and minimally invasive surgery. Open surgery involves making an incision to remove the cancerous tissues. Some adjacent healthy tissues are also extracted in this process. There are several techniques available for minimally invasive surgery, such as cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery, and laser surgery.

Qualification

  • MBBS - Andhra Medical College, India
  • DNB (General Surgery) in Bangalore Baptist Hospital
  • DNB (Genito-urinary surgery) - Meenakshi Mission Hospital and Research Centre, Madurai, India

Past Experiences

  • Currently working at Lifecare Hospital, Musaffah
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
  • Written Second Opinion report delivered within 5 days
  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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CERTIFICATIONS (1)

  • Internship from King George Hospital, Andhra Pradesh, India

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Various research articles and papers submitted in international and national journals.

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PROCEDURES

  • Prostate Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Althaf Hussain K have?
Dr. Althaf Hussain K is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Does Dr. Althaf Hussain K offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Althaf Hussain K have?
Dr. Althaf Hussain K is one of the most sought after specialists in United Arab Emirates and has over 10 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Surgical Oncologist

What does a surgical oncologist do?

A surgical oncologist is a general surgeon with training in various procedures for diagnosing or removing cancerous growths. The common procedures performed by a surgical oncologist are biopsy and surgery for the removal of cancerous growth. A surgical oncologist performs surgeries to know which parts of the body cancer has spread. In order to diagnose cancer, a surgical oncologist might perform biopsies. After a biopsy, a surgical oncologist sends the samples to a pathologist. If cancer is detected, you may need to consult the surgical oncologist again to have the tumor removed. The surgical oncologist performs a staging surgery to determine a tumor’s size.

What are the tests required before and during consultation by a surgical oncologist?

The tests required before and during the consultation by a surgical oncologist include:

  • Laboratory Tests
  • Imaging Tests
  • Cancer Screening
  • Physical Exam
  • Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure in which a piece of tissue from your body is removed to analyze it in a laboratory. It is an effective way to diagnose cancer.

When should you go to see a surgical oncologist?

Your primary doctor will refer you to a surgical oncologist when he finds your symptoms similar to that of cancer. The surgical oncologist will tell you to get some tests done to diagnose cancer. If cancer is diagnosed, the doctor will design your treatment plan which will include some surgical procedures. An individual needs to consult a surgical oncologist in case of below situations:

  1. Unusual cancer like head or neck cancer.
  2. Complex cancer can spread to multiple body parts.
  3. Cancer recurrence
  4. Cancer that is difficult to treat
  5. For in-depth evaluation and treatment plan
  6. You want a second opinion about cancer diagnosis