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BIOGRAPHY

Condition Treated by Dr. Sujay Susikar

The conditions that Dr. Sujay Susikar treats are listed below:

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

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. Sujay Susikar

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. Cancer can produce various symptoms and these can differ from person to person. Some of the signs and symptoms of different types of cancer are as follows:

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

Operating hours of Dr. Sujay Susikar

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

Procedures performed by Dr. Sujay Susikar

The list of popular procedures that Dr Sujay Susikar performs for cancer treatment is given below

  • Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
  • Stomach Cancer Treatment
  • Mastectomy
  • Breast Cancer Treatment
  • Oral 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( General Surgery)
  • Dip NB( General Surgery)
  • MCh( Surgical Oncology)

Past Experiences

  • Fortis Hospital
  • Consultant- Oncology, Govt. Royapettah Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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  • Option to avail the Video Consultation with the Lead Doctor of the board

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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Association of surgeons of India
  • Indian association of Surgical Oncology
  • Indian Society of Oncology

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Preoperative chemotherapy in Cancer Cervix, prospective RCT in 80 patients, 2010 – 2013 (awaiting publication in JGO)
  • Study of Sacrectomies.
  • Retroperitoneal Sarcomas.

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PROCEDURES

  • Breast Cancer Treatment
  • Colorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) Treatment
  • Mastectomy
  • Oral cancer Treatment
  • Stomach Cancer Treatment

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Sujay Susikar have?
Dr. Sujay Susikar is a specialized Surgical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.
Does Dr. Sujay Susikar offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Sujay Susikar have?
Dr. Sujay Susikar is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 19 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?

Surgical oncologists may suggest the below-listed tests for the diagnosis of cancer:

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

Most cancer patients undergo a biopsy to remove a sample of tissues from a body part for examination by a pathologist so that cancer can be diagnosed.

When should you go to see a surgical oncologist?

If your primary doctor suspects cancer, he will refer you to a surgical oncologist for the diagnosis of the condition. The surgical oncologist evaluates the symptoms and analyses the test report to find out if you have cancer. In the below-listed situations, you must seek assistance from 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