Surgical Oncologists in Dubai treat the cancer by performing surgery to remove the tumour (can remove the organ as well if necessary, where cancer has occurred)
Head and Neck Cancer Surgeries
Laryngectomy: Surgical removal of the Larynx in case of cancer of the Larynx.
Hypo-pharyngeal resection: Surgery performed to treat cancer found in the hypopharyngeal region
Salivary gland surgery
Surgery for soft tissue tumor in extremities (trunk, head and neck region)
Lung and other thoracic malignancies performed by cancer specialists in Dubai:
Lobectomy: remove the entire lobe of one lung
Pneumonectomy: remove an entire lung
Esophagectomy: removal of the part of their esophagus
Pancreas:
Whipple procedure: head of the pancreas, part of the stomach, the gall bladder, part of small intestine and bile duct are removed
Total Pancreatectomy: Removal of the whole Pancreas
Distal Pancreatectomy: Removal of the body and the tail of Pancreas
Partial hepatectomy: Removal of the part of the liver
Polypectomy and Partial Polypectomy: to treat Colorectal cancers (removal of polyps)
Kidney:
Radical nephrectomy: Entire kidney is removed including the tumour
Partial nephrectomy: Surrounding kidney tissue along with cancer is removed
Radical Prostatectomy: Removal of the prostate gland including the tissue surrounding it and the lymph nodes
Bladder:
Cystectomy: remove all or part of the bladder
Transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT): cancers confined to the inner layers of the bladder
Gastrointestinal Cancer surgeries (Surgeries for stomach cancer involve accessing the gastrointestinal tract) – Open and Laparoscopic
Gastrectomy
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection
Lymphadenectomy
Breast Cancer surgeries performed by the top cancer specialists in Dubai:
Mastectomy: Complete breast is removed
Partial mastectomy/ lumpectomy/ quadrantectomy: partial breast is removed
Endocrine surgeries:
Laparoscopic adrenalectomy: Adrenal gland is removed
Total Thyroidectomy: Entire thyroid gland along with the lymph nodes surrounding it are removed
Parathyroidectomy: Procedure involving removal of the parathyroid gland
Gynecological cancer surgeries:
Total hysterectomy: Uterus is removed along with the Cervix
Radical hysterectomy: Part of the vagina is also removed along with Uterus and the Cervix
Unilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy: Fallopian tube is removed along with one ovary
Bilateral Salpingo-oophorectomy: Both ovaries fallopian tubes are removed
Omentectomy: Removal of the Omentum (a fat pad within the abdominal cavity)
Lymph node removal
An individual is asked to fill a questionnaire about the family history of cancer, medications the patient is taking (including hormone replacement therapy and the contraceptives), and any surgery in the past.
Once the formalities are completed, the breast surgeon will ask to get the mammography done. The test will detect the presence or absence of cancer (if yes – which stage it is). Several other tests coupled with other tests such as mammography are suggested. For instance, Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA), Ultrasound Scan, and Core Biopsy. Findings of the report then decide the further course of action.
Following are the 5 best oncologists practicing in Dubai:
Dr. Sadir Alrawi: Topmost oncology surgeon in the entire MENA region, Dr. Alrawi is currently Director of all Surgical Oncology Services at Alzahra Cancer Center. Dr. Sadir is an expert in breast oncology.
Dr. Huma Darr: Currently associated with Dr. Sadir Alrawi as a specialist general surgeon (Surgical Oncology Services Department) Dr. Huma is one of the topmost Oncology Surgeons in Dubai. Dr. Huma is highly skilled and performs a comprehensive range of breast cancer surgeries
Dr. Frea Ramzi Perdawood: Highly experienced and skilled breast oncoplastic surgeon, Dr. Perdawood holds a fellowship and has undergone special training in breast oncoplastic surgery. Dr. Perdawood have also attended various specialized training in aesthetics, breast reconstruction surgery, and correction of post lumpectomy defects.
Dr. Wisam Ismail: With an experience of more than 10 years, Dr. Ismail is a UK board-certified General & Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon. With special training in France and Germany, he is well versed with the most recent techniques of therapeutic Mammoplasty and Breast fat transfer. He is a certified Cosmetic breast surgeon from the Royal College of Surgeons of England (2019) in the UK.
Dr. Dima H Abdul Jabbar: American Board of Medical Oncology/Internal medicine certified consultant, she has more than 7 years of clinical experience.
Medical Oncologists: Specialised in the treatment of cancer, medical oncologists are well versed with knowledge about cancer and medications to treat it along with the need for more treatments (Chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiation therapy)
Surgical Oncologists: Specialised in the surgical treatment of cancer. Performing biopsies and other surgeries to remove lump or the breast
Breast Surgeon: Surgical removal of the breast tumor and lymph nodes (aim at saving he breast as much possible)
Pathologists: Critical role in the diagnosis part by examining the tissue under a microscope (predict the presence of cancer, its size, surgical accuracy and success rate, and lymph nodes infected with cancer)
Radiation Oncologists: Trained in treating cancer with radiation
Primary care doctors can refer an individual to a specialist to treat cancer. Specialists are health care professionals who are trained in specific areas of medicine. The specialists then need to clear the exam by the Speciality Board. Doctors who qualify this become board-certified specialists. This certifies their skill and proficiency.
Some specialties such as breast cancer surgery don’t have board certifications. Doctors practicing in this specialty are board-certified in the broader field (General Surgery) giving them fundamental skills to perform breast surgery.
Additionally, fellowships and a number of years of experience also add value to a surgeon’s practice.
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