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Dr. Anil Kamath

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Anil Kamath is one of the leading Surgical Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 22 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. Anil Kamath is part of:

  • Association of Surgical Oncologists
  • Union International Cancer Control (UICC), Geneva.

Certifications :

  • Dr. Anil Kamath was awarded the UICC- ICRETT fellowship, to visit Washington Cancer Center to learn management of peritoneal surface malignancies by radical peritonectomy and intraperitoneal chemotherapy.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB
  • MCh (Surgical Oncology)

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Dipen Patel

Surgical Oncologist

, Mumbai, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Dipen Patel is one of the best Surgical Oncologist in Thane, India. The medical practitioner holds over 3 years of experience and is associated with Wockhardt Hospital, Umrao.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dipen Patel is part of:

  • Gujarat Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MS
  • MCh
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Wockhardt Umrao Multy Speciality Hospital, Bharti Nagar, Mira Road East, Thane, Maharashtra, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Dipen Patel

  • GI Oncology procedures for stomach cancer, oesophagus, colon, rectum & hepatopancreaticobiliary area.
  • Head and Neck oncology, oral malignancies procedures, larynx, and pharynx and post cricoid region tumors’ treatment, treatment of Thyroid, Salivary gland tumors.
  • M.S. from Smt. NHL Medical College, Shardaben Hospital, Ahmedabad in 2013, and an MCh (Oncosurgery) in 2016 at GCRI, BJMC, Civil Hospital Ahmedabad.
  • Residential surgical oncologist at Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute, civil Hospital Ahmedabad, for the last three years.
  • Adept in procedures as pectoralis major muscle flap, the Latissimus dorsi flap, and forehead flap.
  • He has presented posters, papers at national conferences, published in reputable journals.
  • He is well adapted in performing procedures for gynaecological and urological malignancies.
Dr. Monika Pansari

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Monika Pansari is one of the best Surgical Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Breast and GYN oncology from Roswell park Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY, USA.

Qualifications :

  • MS,
  • DNB (Surgical Oncology)

Hospital Address :

BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals, Sunkalpalya, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Dr. Venkatachala K

Surgical Oncologist

Bangalore, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr Venkatachala K is one of the leading Medical Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 14 years of experience and is associated with Sakra World Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Teaching programs of General Surgery and DNB Surgical Oncology trainees.
  • FMAS (Fellow in Minimal Access Surgery)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCh (Surgical Oncology)

Hospital Address :

Sakra World Hospital, Devarabisanahalli, Bellandur, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Ajit Pai

Surgical Oncologist

, Chennai, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi

 


Dr. Ajit Pai is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Chennai, India. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ajit Pai is part of:

  • Head of surgical oncology MIOT hospitals (2008-2013)
  • Fellowship in advanced laparoscopic & robotic surgery, Chicago, USA
  • Board certified (general surgery)-medical council of India
  • Board certified (general surgery) – national board of examination, India
  • Membership by examination in general surgery -rcs Edinburgh
  • Board certified (surgical oncology)-medical council of India
  • Ecfmg certification USA validity:lifetime
  • Member an d fellow American college of surgeon(2014)
  • Association of surgeons of India: 2012 to present
  • International hepato pancreatico biliary association 1hpba, 2010 to present
  • Royal college of surgeons of Edinburgh, 2007 to present

Certifications :

  • FACS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • M.Ch.,(Surgical Oncology)
  • MRCS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital Greams Road Chennai - Best Hospital in Chennai, Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah

Hepatologist

, Bangalore, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Kannada

 


Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah is a specialized Liver Transplant Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. Suresh Raghavaiah is part of:

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • American Medical Association (AMA)
  • American Society of Transplant Surgeons
  • Priestly Society of Surgeons, Mayo Clinic
  • Zumbrota Medical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Minimally invasive HPB Surgery - L'Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France, 2008

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (GENERAL SURGERY)
  • FHPB (PARIS)
  • FASTS (MAYO CLINIC, USA)

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta Road - Best Hospital in bangalore, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Sharan Choudhri

Surgical Oncologist

, Delhi, India

45 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi, English

 


Dr. Sharan Choudhri is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Delhi, India. The doctor has over 41 Years of experience and is associated with Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharan Choudhri is part of:

  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Indian Society of Oncologists (ISO)
  • International Union for Control of Cancer (UICC)
  • Association of Armed Forces Surgeons (AAFS)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Society of Aero-Space Medicine (ISAM)
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS - General Surgery
  • DNB - Surgical Oncology

Hospital Address :

Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, PRESS ENCLAVE ROAD, Saket Institutional Area, Saket, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Dr. Umasankar Tantravahi

Surgical Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr. Umasankar Tantravahi is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 5 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. Umasankar Tantravahi is part of:

  • Indian Association of Surgical oncology
  • Asia-Pacific Society of Thyroid Surgery

Qualifications :

  • M.Ch (Surgical Oncology) Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
  • MS (General Surgery) PGIMER, Chandigarh
  • MBBS Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad

Hospital Address :

Yashoda Hospitals - Malakpet, Jamal Colony, Old Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Dr. R Suchitra

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

11 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi, English

 


Dr. R Suchitra is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. R Suchitra is part of:

  • Association of Gynecology association of India
  • Andhra Pradesh Medical Council
  • Federation of Obs and Gynec societies of India

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Gynaec. Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS Obs and Gynaec

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Sahyadri Layout, Panduranga Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Dr. Narendra Agarwal

Surgical Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Narendra Agarwal is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Memorial Research Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Narendra Agarwal is part of:

  • Member of Indian society of Thoracic surgery (ISTS)
  • Member of Europen society of Thoracic Surgery( ESTS)
  • Member of Asian thoracoscopic education program (ATEP)
  • Member of Indian Association of Gastro Endoscopic Surgeons(IAGES)

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery - National University of Singapore, Singapore, 2013

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India, 2003
  • FCPS - General Surgery - College of physicians and Surgeons Mumbai, 2010
  • MS - General Surgery - DY Patil University, 2007

Hospital Address :

FMRI, Sector 45, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Arvind Kumar Chauhan

Surgical Oncologist

, Delhi, India

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Arvind Kumar Chauhan is one of the foremost Surgical Oncologist in New Delhi, India. The medical practitioner holds over 21 years of experience and is associated with Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Arvind Kumar Chauhan is part of:

  • Indian Academy Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgery
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
  • Society of endoscopic & laparoscopic surgeons of India

Certifications :

  • Laparoscopic Colo-Rectal surgery training (B Braun academy, Bali, Indonesia)-2009
  • Fellowship Onco-Surgery
  • Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopy & Onco-Surgery

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Pushpawati Singhania Research Institute, Phase II, Sheikh Sarai, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Arvind Kumar Chauhan

  • Specialisation in Esophagectomy, gynaecological, and colorectal resections, etc.
  • Conditions as Lung Cancer, Mixed Gliomas, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Ovarian Cancer, and Meningiomas etc.
  • Learned "Art of Laparoscopy and Laparoscopic Onco-surgery" from laparoscopic surgeons and Fellowship in Oncosurgery, AIIMS, New Delhi, and Galaxy Care, Pune.
  • Training at National Cancer Center in Tokyo, Seoul National University in S. Korea, in laparoscopic upper gastrointestinal surgery and laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
  • He has done 10,000 plus laparoscopic procedures with an experience of 18 plus years in the surgical field, with 13 years as a laparoscopic surgeon.
  • Among the country's initial surgeons to do laparoscopic whipple's procedure, done liver resections, live surgery demonstrations at international surgical workshops.
  • Dr. Arvind is a faculty member for laparoscopic and robotic cancer surgery training programmes in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh.
Dr. Parveen Yadav

Surgical Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr Parveen Yadav is one of the most skillful Surgical Oncologist in Gurugram, India. The clinician holds over 20 years of experience and is associated with Artemis Health Institute .

Association and Memberships Dr. Parveen Yadav is part of:

  • Association of Surgeon of India ( ASI)
  • Association For Gastrointestinal Endoscopic surgeon of India(IAGES)
  • Indian Association for Palliative Care

Certifications :

  • FAIS
  • FAIGES
  • Surgical Oncology (AIIMS)
  • HBNI Fellowship in Thoracic Surgery (TATA Memorial Hospital, Mumbai)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Artemis Hospitals, Sector 51, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Balaji R

Surgical Oncologist

, Chennai, India

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Tamil , English

 


Dr Balaji R is one of the top Otolaryngologist & Head & Neck Surgeon in Chennai, India. The doctor holds over 13 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Balaji R is part of:

  • Medical Council of India (MCI)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)
  • Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)

Qualifications :

  • DNB
  • MS
  • MCh
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Hospital Greams Road Chennai - Best Hospital in Chennai, Greams Road, Thousand Lights West, Thousand Lights, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Medical Expertise of Dr. Balaji R

  • Dr. Balaji R specializes in Endoscopic surgeries of sinuses and skull base, and Head & Neck surgeries
  • His clinical skill set includes Tonsillectomy, Otoplasty, Microsurgery of the Larynx, Labyrinth disease and Nasofibrolaryngoscopy, etc.
  • Dr. Balaji R is one of the best ENT Specialist in Chennai
  • He completed MBBS from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 2000
  • Later in 2004, he obtained MS in ENT from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) and won two prestigious awards
  • He is a member of Tamilnadu Medical Council.
  • Dr. Balaji R has performed over 3,000 surgeries with the remarkable outcomes
Dr. Sharath S

Surgical Oncologist

, Kochi, India

16 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr Sharath S is one of the best Surgical Oncologist in Kochi, India. The clinician holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with Aster Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sharath S is part of:

  • Hospital Infection control committee
  • Hospital Drug Formulary committee

Qualifications :

  • MCh
  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Aster Medcity Hospital, South Chittoor, Kochi, Kerala, India

Dr. Yugandar Reddy

Surgical Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Telugu , English

 


Dr Yugandar Reddy is one of the top Surgical Oncologist in Hyderabad, India. The clinician holds over 7 years of experience and is associated with American Oncology Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Yugandar Reddy is part of:

  • Association of Surgeons of India
  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology
  • Indian Society of Oncology- (ISO)
  • Indian Medical Association- (IMA)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

American Oncology Institute, Nallagandla, Serilingampally, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Online Surgical Oncologist Consultations in the India

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 in India

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Pushpinder GuliaManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Nitin LeekhaJaypee Hospital, Noida
Dr. Anshuman KumarDharamshila Narayana Superspeciality Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Kapil KumarFortis La Femme, Greater Kailash II, New Delhi
Dr. Pankaj Kumar PandeFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Sandeep MehtaFortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi
Dr. Sanjay DudhatNanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai
Dr. Kanika guptaMax Super Specialty Hospital, Vaishali, Ghaziabad

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Surgical Oncologist in India

Cancer is a dreadful disease that claims millions of lives worldwide each year. Dealing with cancer is quite a challenging and distressing task. Different doctors may propose different treatment options when you consult them. Online consultation with the best oncologist, anywhere in the world could give you a legitimate and trustworthy specialized opinion. Patients can not only acquire the knowledge they need without leaving their home country, but they can also learn about the finest treatment options for a quick recovery & to get an improved quality of life. Surgical oncologists can suggest to you some of the most-suitable surgery options and can ease your worries & concerns quite effectively. India is nowhere lagging behind when it comes to advanced cancer treatment. We’ve compiled some of the major reasons to avail an online consultation with a Surgical Oncologist in India-

  • India is one of the world's finest cancer treatment destinations.
  • India excels at providing high-quality healthcare services to international patients at a minimal cost.
  • Due to its cost-effectiveness and treatment from recognized facilities, India attracts a large audience from all over the world every year for various surgeries and post-surgical therapies.
  • New discoveries, breakthroughs, and continual developments in cancer treatment have radically altered the trajectory of patient care in India.
  • The premier cancer hospitals have employed highly experienced oncologists (medical & surgical) who are well trained to handle complicated cases and to work in challenging circumstances
  • Popularly performed cancer surgeries by Oncosurgeons in India are Cystectomy, Gastrectomy, Hepactomy, Lobectomy, and Hysterectomy
  • Multiple board-certified oncologists across the country have the expertise and advanced training to determine the best surgery + therapy combination for each patient based on important parameters such as the type of cancer, the stage of the disease, the patient's age, and other factors.
  • The treatment options provided by most cancer care facilities/institutes in the country are on par with the treatment offered by most developed countries.
  • Everything from screening and diagnostic services to expert consultation, innovative treatment, and rehabilitation services would also be available under one roof at any leading cancer hospital in India
  • The best cancer treatment in India is provided by oncologists who use a variety of innovative approaches and techniques, such as advanced curative surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and advanced diagnostic tools; developed via wide research.
  • Surgery is the preferred treatment for cancers by the highly accomplished surgical oncologists in India
  • When it comes to introducing these innovations to their patients, cancer specialists in the country are leaving no stone unturned.
  • Surgery and targeted therapy in the country have proven to be valuable enhancements to India's existing cancer treatment options.
  • Surgical Oncologists in India are members of various national and international organizations such as the Indian Society of Oncology, ISCO, IASO, AGO, and many more
  • Language is a crucial feature that attracts a large number of international people to India for health tourism. India has a large populace of English-speaking doctors, guides, and medical staff. This makes it easier for foreigners to communicate well with Indian doctors.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the top Surgical Oncologists in India offering online consultation?

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

Which are some of the best hospitals in India, Surgical Oncologist are associated with?
Which are some of the conditions treated by Surgical Oncologist in India?

Most common conditions performed by surgical oncologists in India are:

  • 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)

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