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Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pande

Surgical Oncologist

, Delhi, India

23 Years of experience

Speaks: English,Hindi

USD 55 USD 45 for video consultation


Dr Pankaj Kumar Pande is one of the most sought-after Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The clinician holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pande is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association
  • Delhi Medical Council
  • Association of Surgeons of India
  • Indian Chapter of the International Hepato Pancreato Biliary Association
  • Indian Society of Oncology

Certifications :

  • Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons - FRCS Glasgow- UK

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

FC 50, Max Wali Rd, C and D Block, Shalimar Place Site, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, 110088

Medical Expertise of Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pande

  • Dr. Pankaj Kumar Pande has vast experience in performing Surgical Oncology procedures
  • Elaborating his clinical expertise a bit more, Dr. Pande is an expert in Gastrointestinal cancer surgery and colorectal surgery, Cytoreductive surgery, and HIPEC in Peritoneal Surface Malignancies (pseudomyxoma peritonei, colorectal, mesothelioma, ovarian and primary peritoneal cancer, stomach), helping to improve outcome in stage IV cancers confined to perinoneal cavity, major oncologic surgeries including (hepatobiliary, gynecological, thoracic, breast and head and neck surgeries)
  • Dr. Pande is quite efficient & renowned surgical oncologist in India
  • Dr. Pande has been organizing health awareness camps in India's cities and towns on a regular basis.
  • He has successfully performed over 570 operations (open and Laparoscopic)
  • Dr. Pande is passionate about spreading the word about laparoscopy in oncology and running specialty clinics.
  • Several prizes have been given to him in recognition of his achievements. To mention a few, the GEM award from Max Healthcare for exceptional and state-of-the-art performance in the field of medical excellence, and the Indian Medical Association's Chikitsa Bhushan Award for excellence in surgery.
Dr. Naveen Sanchety

Surgical Oncologist

, Faridabad, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

USD 48 USD 40 for video consultation


Naveen Sanchety is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 10 Years of experience and is associated with, one of the best hospitals in Faridabad, India.

Dr. Ogun Ersen

Surgical Oncologist

, Izmir, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish,English

USD 90 USD 75 for video consultation


Dr.Ogun Ersen is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Turkey. The doctor has 12 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Turkey.

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Dr. Akash Dhuru

Surgical Oncologist

, Mumbai, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi,English,Marathi

USD 35 USD 30 for video consultation


Dr.Akash Dhuru is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 16 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Tanaphon Maipang

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

19 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Thai

USD 135 USD 120 for video consultation


Dr.Tanaphon Maipang is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Thailand. The doctor has 19 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Thailand.
Dr. Chanin Pundee

General Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Bangkok, Thailand

13 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Thai

USD 110 USD 100 for video consultation


Dr.Chanin Pundee is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Thailand. The doctor has 13 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Thailand.
Dr. Hitesh Dawar

Musculoskeletal Oncology

, Delhi, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

USD 36 USD 30 for video consultation


Dr.Hitesh Dawar is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 10 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.
Dr. Vivek Mangla

Oncologist

, Ghaziabad, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

USD 40 USD 35 for video consultation


Dr Vivek Mangla is one of the most skillful Oncologist in Ghaziabad, India. The medical specialist holds over 17 years of experience and is associated with Max Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali.

Association and Memberships Dr. Vivek Mangla is part of:

  • Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract (SSAT)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology (IASG)
  • Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI)
  • Indian Association of Gastrointestinal Endosurgeons (IAGES)
  • Indian Society of Organ Transplantation (ISOT)
  • Formerly Program Coordinator, Delhi Gastrointestinal Surgeons Club

Certifications :

  • Fellowship - Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery (FALS) (HPB Surgery) (2017)
  • Fellowship - Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (FACRSI) (2016)
  • Fellowship - Association of Surgeons of India (FAIS) (2015)

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali, near Radisson Blu Hotel, Sector-1, Vaishali, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Vivek Mangla

  • Dr. Vivek is highly interested & specialized in performing treatments for the following fields- Cancer Care / Oncology, Surgical Oncology , Gastrointestinal Oncology , Gastro intestinal & Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology
  • He is an expert of Surgical & medical treatment of diseases and cancer of various organs of digestive system like esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, biliary system, rectum and anal canal.
  • Dr. Vivek has been honored with several awards & recognitions like Gold Medal by Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India in FACRSI exam, etc.
  • He excellent in handling the complex surgeries, complications from smaller centres, redo surgeries, sick patients amidst routine and prototype surgeries
  • He travelled the world quite frequently for advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery of gastrointestinal tract and liver transplant.
  • Dr. Vivek is approachable directly to his patients and never hesitate in answering doubts & queries, and also provides the best & safe surgery,
  • Dr. Vivek holds membership in the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract (SSAT), Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), IASG, ACRSI, IAGES, ISOT, and he is a former Program Coordinator, Delhi Gastrointestinal Surgeon’s Club
Dr. Pradeep Jain

General & Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Delhi, India

33 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

USD 57 USD 47 for video consultation


Dr Pradeep Jain is one of the foremost Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 25 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

Association and Memberships Dr. Pradeep Jain is part of:

  • Association of Colon & Rectal Surgeons of India (ACRSI)
  • Indian Society for the Disease of Esophagus & Stomach (ISES)
  • Indian association of Surgical Oncology Obesity & Metabolic Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal & Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)

Certifications :

  • Training - Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery from Seol South Korea
  • Trained - DongGuk University Hospital, Seoul, South Korea,
  • Fellowship - in Advance Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgeries (FALS 2017)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital , Shalimarbagh, Shaheed Udham Singh Marg, AA Block, Poorbi Shalimar Bag, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, India

Dr. Eugene Rent

Surgical Oncologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English

USD 168 USD 140 for video consultation


Dr Eugene Rent is one of the leading Surgical Oncologist in Panjim, India. The medical specialist holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Manipal Hospitals Goa, Dona Paula.

Dr. Teh Mei Sze

Surgical Oncologist

, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

13 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Bahasa Malaysia , Mandarin , Cantonese

USD 150 USD 130 for video consultation


Dr.Teh Mei Sze is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Malaysia. The doctor has 13 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Malaysia.
Dr. Thamrongroj Temudom

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

21 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Thai

USD 135 USD 120 for video consultation


Dr.Thamrongroj Temudom is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Thailand. The doctor has 21 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Thailand.
Dr. Rawisak Chanwat

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Thai

USD 135 USD 120 for video consultation


Dr.Rawisak Chanwat is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Thailand. The doctor has 10 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Thailand.
Dr. Durgatosh Pandey

Surgical Oncologist

, Faridabad, India

28 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Hindi

USD 40 USD 35 for video consultation


Dr.Durgatosh Pandey is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in India. The doctor has 28 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in India.

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About Surgical Oncologist

A surgical oncologist is a surgeon specialized in treating cancer that requires surgery to remove tumors and other cancerous tissues. He performs surgeries for removing tumor or cancerous tissues and also the nearby susceptible tissues. Surgical oncologists also perform certain types of biopsies to help in the diagnosis of cancer. They work in coordination with other doctors, specialists and clinicians to help in reducing the pain, side effects, clinicians and speed up the recovery after the surgery.

A surgical oncologist is usually the first specialist doctor you will see if your primary care physician suspects that you have cancer. Surgical oncologist then performs biopsies by taking a small portion of the tissues so that it can be checked for the presence of cancer.

If the presence of cancerous cells gets confirmed then the surgical oncologist will perform surgery to remove the tumor or cancerous cells and the surrounding tissues. The surgeon will also help you prepare for and recover from any surgical procedure that you have to undergo during your cancer treatment.

Most of the patients have cancer surgery combined with other treatments like chemotherapy, radiation therapy or hormone therapy. Sometimes nonsurgical treatments (also known as neoadjuvant therapy) or post-surgery (also known as adjuvant therapy) to help in the prevention of cancer growth, metastasis or recurrence.

Procedures Performed

  • Laparoscopy
  • Robotic surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Bowel resection
  • ERBEJET2
  • Flex Robotic System
  • HIPEC Treatment
  • Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery
  • Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery
  • Pneumonectomy
  • Robotic surgery (da Vinci® Surgical System)
  • Thoracotomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP)
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)

Top Surgical Oncologists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Pushpinder GuliaManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Rimantas BausysKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Hemkant VermaSharda Hospital, Greater Noida
Dr. Tanuj Paul BhatiaSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Valerijus OstapenkoKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Arun GoelMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Dr. Tapaswini PradhanFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Kapil KumarFortis La Femme, Greater Kailash II, New Delhi

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Surgical Oncologist

Cancer is a difficult condition that gives people emotional distress & panic state. Cancer patients are at a higher risk of infection than the average healthy person due to a weakened immune system that controls their body's defensive mechanism. Early identification, screening, and diagnosis are critical in cancer care. Virtual consultations have been a boon for cancer patients in these continuous epidemic scenarios and in this tech-advanced world. Patients can receive complete assessment and care regardless of their location by requesting an online consultation with an oncology specialist. At MediGence (Telemedicine service), we can help you by providing expert cancer consultation from highly experienced and board-certified Surgical oncologists in 20+ countries. This is your way to address all of your worries related to the surgery and to get prepared for your inquiries & surgical process in advance of the appointment. Following are some more reasons to avail an online consultation with a Surgical Oncologist-

  • In a virtual consultation, the doctor thoroughly examines the patient's condition and shares the medical reports, just as they would in person.
  • Online healthcare is affordable and incredibly time-effective. Furthermore, it does not frighten cancer patients who have been already going through a significant level of suffering.
  • At one location, patients can receive second opinions, consultations, and high-quality medical care.
  • Cancer patients may experience less anxiety about their course of treatment, side effects, prescriptions, follow-up visits, etc.
  • ‘Onco's virtual care management approach’ by oncologists ensures that cancer patients and caregivers receive the best possible guidance and treatment from specialists.
  • In many parts of the world, surgical techniques are still used to treat cancer. It is a localized treatment, which is thought to have the highest likelihood of success. In accordance with the type and location of your cancer, surgical oncologists can assist you in selecting the best surgical treatment.
  • You won't have to answer the same questions over and over; your medical history will be saved online and may be accessed at any time.
  • An online cancer consultation before the treatment could assess your condition better, and can give you the hope and assurance that you need in choosing a safe and reliable treatment option that you deserve.
  • You will be offered a better treatment plan that has the potential to prevent a misdiagnosis. And, perhaps even save a life.
  • In other circumstances, if a misdiagnosis has already occurred with you, the second opinion could better reveal it.
  • The oncologist will analyze your medical history and test data before either confirming or denying your cancer diagnosis.
  • It's also possible that extra examinations will be required of you. The oncologist will go into detail about your condition and give you a chance to ask questions.
  • You can plan your treatment, travel date, visa application, and further treatment procedures, accordingly
  • Consulting with a doctor online can reduce the chances of catching any new infectious illness
  • The expert will help you maintain a positive attitude towards the situation
  • Online consultation with a cross-border expert Surgical Oncologist via Telemedicine can cost you between 123 USD- 456 USD

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Published: 06 Nov, 2024
Updated: 27 Feb, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Surgical Oncologists offering online consultation?

Following are some of the best surgical oncologists available for online consultation:

Which are some of the conditions treated by Surgical Oncologist?

Check out the conditions performed by surgical oncologists:

  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Brain Tumor
  • Uterine cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Larynx Cancer
  • Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases
  • Brain Abscess
  • Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Lung Cancer
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Breast Cancer
  • Ependymomas
  • Meningioma
  • Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Glioma
  • Brain Infection
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Astrocytoma
  • Oral or Mouth Cancer
  • Meningiomas
  • Aneurysm
  • Colorectal or Colon Cancer
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Brain Cancers
Who is a Surgical Oncologist?

Surgical oncologists are also general surgeons with training in procedures for diagnosing, staging (finding the stage of cancer), and removing any cancerous growths. The most common procedures done by a surgical oncologist are surgery for cancerous growth removal and biopsies. These surgeons can also perform surgery to find the stage of cancer and determine the areas cancer has spread. Under some circumstances, surgical oncologists might also do preventive surgeries. In some specific cases, surgery might be the only treatment you may need. In other cases, you may have surgery as well as get additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. In such cases, a surgical oncologist might be an important part of the cancer care team.

To diagnose cancer, a surgical oncologist can perform biopsies. Biopsy procedures might include:

  • Needle biopsies like fine-needle aspiration and core biopsies
  • Abdominal surgery/laparotomy
  • Laparoscopic or endoscopic (surgery using a scope)
  • Excisional (removing a suspicious area, like a mole/tumor)
  • Skin biopsy
  • Incisional (removing a portion of the suspicious area)

After a biopsy, a surgical oncologist will send all tissue samples to a pathologist, who looks for cancer cells. In case cancer is present, you can see a surgical oncologist again to have a tumor removed. A surgical oncologist might also choose to do a staging surgery to determine the size of a tumor and find if cancer has spread.

What are the qualifications of a Surgical Oncologist?

Surgical oncologists are medical doctors who are trained in surgery with a focus on cancer treatments and diagnosis. Similar to other types of surgeons and doctors, surgical oncologists complete medical school as well as pass an exam to practice medicine.

Becoming a surgical oncologist involves the below educational steps:

  • Obtain five-and-half-year MBBS degree
  • Complete MS course.
  • Finish a residency in general surgery
  • Optionally compete General Surgery Certifying Examination
  • Pursue a fellowship in surgical oncology
  • Some surgical oncologists prefer to specialize in their area with additional research into specific types of cancer, such as skin, gynecological, or gastrointestinal. A surgical oncologist’s specialties could also be in particular age groups, like pediatrics.
What conditions do Surgical oncologists treat?

Surgical oncologists treat a wide variety of conditions as given below:

  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Brain Tumor
  • Uterine cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Brain Cancers
  • Brain Tumor
  • Larynx Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Brain Abscess
  • Pancreatic/Duodenal Trauma
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Meningioma
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Lung Cancer
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Breast Cancer
  • Ependymomas
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Mouth Cancer
  • Meningioma
  • Aneurysm
  • Colon Cancer
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Brain Cancers
What diagnostic tests are required by Surgical Oncologist?

Different diagnostic tests are recommended by a surgical oncologist to detect cancer. Depending on the symptoms you have, you may have other tests, too. Some common tests are:

  • CT scan
  • MRI
  • Nuclear scan
  • Bone scan
  • PET scan
  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray
  • Biopsy
When should you visit a Surgical Oncologist?

You might see a surgical oncologist if you have a tumor. If a primary care doctor suspects you have cancer, they may refer you to a surgical oncologist for biopsy. If you have been already diagnosed with cancer, the doctor might refer you to a surgical oncologist to get advice on your cancer treatment.

Consult a surgical oncologist if you experience any of the below-given signs and symptoms:

  • Unexplained weight change
  • Persistent cough
  • Skin changes
  • Neurological issues
  • Lumps and bumps
  • Breast changes
  • Chronic headache
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Excessive bruising
  • Fatigue
  • Stomach pain or nausea
  • Postmenopausal bleeding
What can you expect from your first visit with a Surgical Oncologist?

When a patient visits for the first consultation, a surgical oncologist will perform a thorough examination. The oncologist will ask various questions and also review the patient’s health history. It will include an assessment of all the tests and scans the person may have had beforehand. Besides this, the oncologist can design a treatment plan that suits the patient.

The surgical oncologist plays an important role in the patient’s welfare and ensures the patient feels comfortable. They will hear the patient’s concerns and answer all questions the patient may have about the treatment and procedures. Both will have a detailed conversation about the patient’s needs. They may also discuss any fears and anxiety the patient may have.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Surgical Oncologist?

Surgical procedures used will differ based on the purpose of the surgical procedures and the area of the body and the size of the tissues affected. A surgical oncologist can perform open surgery or minimally invasive procedures as listed below:

  • Laparoscopy
  • Microscopically controlled surgery
  • Cryosurgery (freezing of cells and skin)
  • Robotic surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Bowel resection
  • ERBEJET2
  • Flex Robotic System
  • HIPEC Treatment
  • Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery
  • Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery
  • PneumonectomyRobotic surgery (da Vinci Surgical System)
  • Thoracotomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tracheoesophageal puncture
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery
  • Laser surgery
  • Hyperthermia (heating of tissue)

FAQs related to

Who is a Surgical Oncologist?

Surgical oncologists are also general surgeons with training in procedures for diagnosing, staging (finding the stage of cancer), and removing any cancerous growths. The most common procedures done by a surgical oncologist are surgery for cancerous growth removal and biopsies. These surgeons can also perform surgery to find the stage of cancer and determine the areas cancer has spread. Under some circumstances, surgical oncologists might also do preventive surgeries. In some specific cases, surgery might be the only treatment you may need. In other cases, you may have surgery as well as get additional treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. In such cases, a surgical oncologist might be an important part of the cancer care team.

To diagnose cancer, a surgical oncologist can perform biopsies. Biopsy procedures might include:

  • Needle biopsies like fine-needle aspiration and core biopsies
  • Abdominal surgery/laparotomy
  • Laparoscopic or endoscopic (surgery using a scope)
  • Excisional (removing a suspicious area, like a mole/tumor)
  • Skin biopsy
  • Incisional (removing a portion of the suspicious area)

After a biopsy, a surgical oncologist will send all tissue samples to a pathologist, who looks for cancer cells. In case cancer is present, you can see a surgical oncologist again to have a tumor removed. A surgical oncologist might also choose to do a staging surgery to determine the size of a tumor and find if cancer has spread.

What are the qualifications of a Surgical Oncologist?

Surgical oncologists are medical doctors who are trained in surgery with a focus on cancer treatments and diagnosis. Similar to other types of surgeons and doctors, surgical oncologists complete medical school as well as pass an exam to practice medicine.

Becoming a surgical oncologist involves the below educational steps:

  • Obtain five-and-half-year MBBS degree
  • Complete MS course.
  • Finish a residency in general surgery
  • Optionally compete General Surgery Certifying Examination
  • Pursue a fellowship in surgical oncology
  • Some surgical oncologists prefer to specialize in their area with additional research into specific types of cancer, such as skin, gynecological, or gastrointestinal. A surgical oncologist’s specialties could also be in particular age groups, like pediatrics.
What conditions do Surgical oncologists treat?

Surgical oncologists treat a wide variety of conditions as given below:

  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Brain Tumor
  • Uterine cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Skin Cancer
  • Brain Cancers
  • Brain Tumor
  • Larynx Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Brain Abscess
  • Pancreatic/Duodenal Trauma
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Meningioma
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Lung Cancer
  • Chronic Pancreatitis
  • Breast Cancer
  • Ependymomas
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Pancreatic Head Cancer
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Mouth Cancer
  • Meningioma
  • Aneurysm
  • Colon Cancer
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Brain Cancers
What diagnostic tests are required by Surgical Oncologist?

Different diagnostic tests are recommended by a surgical oncologist to detect cancer. Depending on the symptoms you have, you may have other tests, too. Some common tests are:

  • CT scan
  • MRI
  • Nuclear scan
  • Bone scan
  • PET scan
  • Ultrasound
  • X-ray
  • Biopsy
When should you visit a Surgical Oncologist?

You might see a surgical oncologist if you have a tumor. If a primary care doctor suspects you have cancer, they may refer you to a surgical oncologist for biopsy. If you have been already diagnosed with cancer, the doctor might refer you to a surgical oncologist to get advice on your cancer treatment.

Consult a surgical oncologist if you experience any of the below-given signs and symptoms:

  • Unexplained weight change
  • Persistent cough
  • Skin changes
  • Neurological issues
  • Lumps and bumps
  • Breast changes
  • Chronic headache
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Excessive bruising
  • Fatigue
  • Stomach pain or nausea
  • Postmenopausal bleeding
What can you expect from your first visit with a Surgical Oncologist?

When a patient visits for the first consultation, a surgical oncologist will perform a thorough examination. The oncologist will ask various questions and also review the patient’s health history. It will include an assessment of all the tests and scans the person may have had beforehand. Besides this, the oncologist can design a treatment plan that suits the patient.

The surgical oncologist plays an important role in the patient’s welfare and ensures the patient feels comfortable. They will hear the patient’s concerns and answer all questions the patient may have about the treatment and procedures. Both will have a detailed conversation about the patient’s needs. They may also discuss any fears and anxiety the patient may have.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Surgical Oncologist?

Surgical procedures used will differ based on the purpose of the surgical procedures and the area of the body and the size of the tissues affected. A surgical oncologist can perform open surgery or minimally invasive procedures as listed below:

  • Laparoscopy
  • Microscopically controlled surgery
  • Cryosurgery (freezing of cells and skin)
  • Robotic surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Bowel resection
  • ERBEJET2
  • Flex Robotic System
  • HIPEC Treatment
  • Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery
  • Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery
  • PneumonectomyRobotic surgery (da Vinci Surgical System)
  • Thoracotomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tracheoesophageal puncture
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery
  • Laser surgery
  • Hyperthermia (heating of tissue)