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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Merina Ahmed

The conditions that Dr. Merina Ahmed treats are listed below:

  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Ependymomas
  • Functional Abnormalities and Small Tumors of the Brain
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Meningiomas
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Brain Cancer
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancers
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Stomach Cancer

The goal of breast cancer surgery is to excise the tumor and a portion of the surrounding tissues while conserving the breast. Breast cancer surgery methods may vary in the amount of breast tissue which is removed with the tumor. This depends on the overall tumor location, how far it has spread, as well as one’s personal feelings. The surgeons also remove some lymph nodes under this arm so that these can be removed. This helps your doctor to plan your treatment.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Merina Ahmed

Your symptoms depend on the type of cancer you are affected with, what is the stage, the location of cancer, and how far it has spread in the body. Cancer may cause any type of symptoms or signs. A sign can be seen by others, such as a fever, vomiting, and breathing. Symptoms can be perceived only by the person is suffering from the condition. Around 200 types of cancer are known till date and all these can cause different symptoms. Although there may be different symptoms in different types of cancer, some general symptoms of cancer include:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Merina Ahmed

You can see Dr Merina Ahmed between 11 am and 6 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor is not available on Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Merina Ahmed

The list of popular procedures that Dr Merina Ahmed performs for cancer treatment is given below

  • Lung Cancer Treatment
  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)
  • Skin Cancer Treatment
  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)

The doctor has performed a large number of successful procedures for cancer treatment, with a high success rate has received worldwide recognition for their patient-centric approach and holistic approach. Patient safety is the top priority for the doctor who follows all medical protocols and provides care of international standards. A surgical oncologist performs cancer surgery in two ways: minimally invasive surgery and open surgery. Minimally invasive surgery uses techniques that focus on minimizing the trauma of traditional surgery. Some of the minimally invasive techniques are cryosurgery, robotic surgery, laparoscopy, cryosurgery, and laser surgery. In open surgery, surgeons make a single large cut to remove the tumor and some healthy tissues.

Qualification

  • BSc
  • MBBS
  • MRCP
  • FRCR
  • MD

Past Experiences

  • Consultant Clinical Oncologist at The Royal Marsden and St George’s Hospital.
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

  • Research interests involve functional imaging for lung cancer and its utilisation for radiotherapy treatment, and the integration of novel biological therapies into radiotherapy for lung cancer.

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PROCEDURES

  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)
  • Lung Cancer Treatment
  • Skin Cancer Treatment
  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Merina Ahmed have?
Dr. Merina Ahmed is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in London, United Kingdom.
Does Dr. Merina Ahmed offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Merina Ahmed have?
Dr. Merina Ahmed is one of the most sought after specialists in United Kingdom and has over 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. In some cases, a surgical oncologist performs surgeries to find out parts of the body where cancer has spread. In special cases, the surgeons do preventive surgeries. Sometimes, additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation follow surgery. In these cases, surgical oncologists play an important role in providing care to the patients post-surgery.

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:

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

A biopsy is the most common procedure to diagnose most types of cancer. While other tests can only suggest if cancer is present, a biopsy can make an accurate diagnosis. During this process, the doctor removes a very small amount of tissues to observe under a microscope.

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. Below are some situations when you need to see a surgical oncologist:

  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