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A surgeon par excellence, Dr. Senthil Kumar qualifies as among the most sought after Oncologist in the Chennai, India. Dr. Senthil Kumar has over 15 years of experience in his field. The doctor treats and manages a wide range of conditions such as Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cervical Cancer

Condition Treated by Dr. Senthil Kumar

The conditions that Dr. Senthil Kumar treats are listed below:

  • Lung Cancer
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Uterine cancer
  • Breast Cancer

Most women affected with breast cancer undergo some types of surgery as part of treatment. There are various types of breast surgery. This might be performed for different reasons. Surgery may be done to remove cancer through mastectomy. The surgery is also performed to know if cancer has spread to body parts and to restore the breast’s shape.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Senthil Kumar

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:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Senthil Kumar

Dr Senthil Kumar works from 11 am to 6 pm on all days of the week, except Sunday.

Procedures performed by Dr. Senthil Kumar

Dr Senthil Kumar performs a wide variety of procedures for cancer treatment. Some of these are

  • Stomach Cancer Treatment
  • Breast Cancer Treatment
  • Uterine Cancer Treatment
  • Mastectomy
  • Ovarian Cancer Treatment
  • Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
  • Cervical Cancer Treatment
  • Lung 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. 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

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh

Past Experiences

  • Consultant(Surgical Oncologist) - Cancer Institute Adyar, Chennai
  • Senior President(Department of Surgical Oncology) - JIPMER, Pondicherry, 2012
  • Senior Resident(Department of surgical oncology) - Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, 2015
  • Surgical Oncologist(Department of Surgical Oncology) - Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, 2016
  • 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)

  • Fellowship - Minimal Access Surgery

MEMBERSHIPS (5)

  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • European society of surgical oncologist
  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Association Of Breast Surgeons Of India
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)

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PROCEDURES

  • Breast Cancer Treatment
  • Cervical Cancer Treatment
  • Lung Cancer Treatment
  • Mastectomy
  • Ovarian Cancer Treatment
  • Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
  • Stomach Cancer Treatment
  • Uterine Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr Senthil Kumar have?
Dr. Senthil Kumar is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.
Does Dr Senthil Kumar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?

No. Dr Senthil Kumar does not offer telemedicine via MediGence.

How many years of experience does Dr Senthil Kumar have?

Dr Senthil Kumar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 15 years of experience.

What area of specialization does Dr. Senthil Kumar have?
Dr. Senthil Kumar is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.
Does Dr. Senthil Kumar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Senthil Kumar have?
Dr. Senthil Kumar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 15 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. Surgical oncologists can also perform surgeries to determine the areas cancer has spread. In some circumstances, surgical oncologists might also perform preventive surgery. In some cases, you may have surgery and get additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. In such cases, surgical oncologists are an important part of the patient’s cancer care team.

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

A surgical oncologist can suggest or perform a variety of diagnostic tests including:

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

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?

You should see a surgical oncologist in case your primary care doctor refers you to one. The doctor may also tell you to visit a surgical oncologist for the diagnosis of cancer. Some specialized general surgeons can also perform surgery on various types of cancer. 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