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Dr. Abdullah Acikgoz

Urologist

, Samsun, Turkey

12 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Abdullah Acikgoz is a specialized Urosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. Abdullah Acikgoz is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Urology Society
  • Turkish Endourology Society
  • Turkish Andrology Society
  • International Society for Sexual Medicine
  • World Endourology Association

Qualifications :

  • 1992 - 1999 - 19 May University School of Medicine Samsun / Turkey
  • 2000 - 2007 - 19 May University School of Medicine Department of Urology Samsun / Turkey
  • 2005 - Turkish Urology Board Exam
  • 2010 - Fellowship: Laparoscopy, retroperitoneoscopy, laser and endourology Teaching Hospital of Heidelberg University, Department of Urology Klinikum Heilbronn GMBH / Germany
  • 2010 - Inter-University Foreign Language Examination 81,250 Points
  • 2017 - Fellowship of European Board of Urology (FEBU)
Dr. Mehmet Lutfu Tahmaz

Urologist

, Ankara, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Mehmet Lutfu Tahmaz is a specialized Urosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Ankara.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mehmet Lutfu Tahmaz is part of:

  • American Urology Association
  • European Urology Association
  • Turkish Urology Association Women
  • Turkish Andrology Association

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - GATA Medical School, 1988
  • Urology Specialist - GATA Ankara Urology USA, December, 1995
  • Fellow Lower Urinary System Reconstruction - University Collage London Hospitals Pediatric and Adult Urology-Nephrology Institute Visitor

Hospital Address :

Kent Koop Mah., Medical Park Ankara Hastanesi, 1868. Sok., Batkent/Yenimahalle/Yenimahalle/Ankara, Turkey

Dr. Amrith Raj Rao

Urologist

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Amrith Raj Rao is a specialized Urosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with American Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Amrith Raj Rao is part of:

  • Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Qualifications :

  • FRCS (Urology), Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK, 2009
  • FEBU, EAU, Belgium, 2011
  • MSc, University College of London, UK, 2006
  • FRCS (Gen Surgery), Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK, 2001
  • DNB (Gen Surgery), Diplomate national Board, India, 2000
  • MS (Gen Surgery(, RGUHS, India, 1999
  • MBBS, Kuvempu University, India, 1996

Hospital Address :

American Hospital 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

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Dr. V S Pushpangathan

Urologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Malayalam , English

 


Dr. V S Pushpangathan is a specialized Urosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with .

Association and Memberships Dr. V S Pushpangathan is part of:

  • National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
  • Fellow Royal College of Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • MS
  • MCh (Urology)
  • DNB (Urology)
  • MNAMS
  • FRCS (Urology)
Dr. Fuat Demirel

Urologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Fuat Demirel is a specialized Urosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 35 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Gebze Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fuat Demirel is part of:

  • European Urology Association (EAU)
  • International Continence Association (ICS)
  • Urological Surgery Association
  • Ankara Urologists Association
  • Continence Association
  • Urooncology Association
  • Minimal Invasive Urology Association
  • Turkish Child Urology Association
  • Turkish Urology Association
  • Endourology Association
  • Andrology Association

Qualifications :

  • 1981 - Ege University Medical Faculty
  • 1996 - Hacettepe University - Master
  • 1990 - Gazi University - Doctorate
  • 2008 - Health Sciences Inst. Exterior door EA Hospital - Associate Professor
  • 2018 - Istinye University Faculty of Medicine Urology USA - Professor

Hospital Address :

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Dr. Umit Ozdemir

Urologist

, Konya, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Umit Ozdemir is a specialized Urosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in konya, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Konya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical School - Eskisehir Osmangazi University Faculty of Medicine, 2002
  • Specialization Training - Konya Selcuk University Meram Medical Faculty, 2011

Hospital Address :

Feritpa?a Mahallesi, Medicana Hospital in Konya, Grz Sokak, Seluklu/Konya, Turkey

Dr. Sanchit Gupta

Urologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Sanchit Gupta is a specialized Urosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sanchit Gupta is part of:

  • Member of Society of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of India (SELSI)
  • Tamilnadu & Pondicherry Association of Urologists (TAPASU)
  • Urological Society of India (USI).

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - King Georges Medical University Lucknow, 2004
  • Postgraduation - Motilal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad, 2008
  • MCh in Urology - Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry, India, 2014

Hospital Address :

NMC Speciality Hospital Al Nahda Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Cagdas Gokhun Ozmerdiven

Urologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Cagdas Gokhun Ozmerdiven is a specialized Urosurgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Cagdas Gokhun Ozmerdiven is part of:

  • European Association of Urology (EAU)
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Turkish Urology Association, Young Urologists Committee
  • Urological Surgery Association

Qualifications :

  • 2002-2008: Undergraduate / Y. Undergraduate, Medicine, Trakya University Faculty of Medicine
  • 2009-2015: Specialization in Medicine, Urology, Uludag University Faculty of Medicine

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

Dr. Barry Powell

Surgical Oncologist

, London, United Kingdom

42 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Barry Powell is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 42 Years of experience and is associated with Cancer Centre London.

Qualifications :

  • Trinity College, Dublin (1978)
  • Royal Marsden Hospital
  • Frenchay Hospital, Bristol

Hospital Address :

Cancer Centre London, Parkside, London, UK

Dr. Mazhar Ajaz

Surgical Oncologist

, London, United Kingdom

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English

 


Dr. Mazhar Ajaz is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in United Kingdom. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with Cancer Centre London.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mazhar Ajaz is part of:

  • Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR)
  • Member of the College of Pharmacy Practice (MCPP)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • PHD
  • MRCP
  • FRCR

Hospital Address :

Cancer Centre London, Parkside, London, UK

Dr. Safak Hatirnaz

Surgical Oncologist

, Samsun, Turkey

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Safak Hatirnaz is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Safak Hatirnaz is part of:

  • Turkish Medical Association (TTB)
  • Turkish Gynecology and ObstetricSociety (TJOD)
  • Turkish Urojinecology

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (1995)
  • Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine, Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics Residency Program (1999).

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

Dr. Ami Fishman

Surgical Oncologist

, Herzliya, Israel

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Ami Fishman is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Herzliya, Israel. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Herzliya Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ami Fishman is part of:

  • Medical Union Memberships
  • Israeli Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • Israeli Society for Oncology Gynecology
  • European Society for Oncology Gynecology
  • American Society for Oncology Gynecology
  • International Society of Gynecological

Qualifications :

  • Graduate of the School of Medicine - Tel Aviv University with honors, Sackler School of Medicine
  • Specialization in Gynecology and Obstetrics - Rambam Medical Center, Haifa
  • Fellowship in Gynecology-Oncology at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas

Hospital Address :

Herzliya Medical Center, Ramat Yam Street, Herzliya, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ami Fishman?

  • Dr Ami Fishman is a competent and skilled professional with 30 years of experience in his field of expertise. He is well-regarded for providing services such as polypectomy, colposcopy, hysterectomy, vaginal prolapse, termination of pregnancy, total mastectomy, and hysteroscopy.
  • Dr Fishman is a member of several well-known professional organizations such as the International Society of Gynecologic Cancer and the Society of Gynecologic Oncology. He also served as the Chairman of the Israeli Society of Gynecologic Oncology. Dr Fishman is also a part of the Editorial Board of Gynecologic Oncology Journal.
  • Dr Ami Fishman completed a Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas.
  • Dr Fishman has publications in many journals of repute including:
    1. Ethnic disparities for Gynecologic Cancers in Israel.
    2. Implementing Personal Mentoring in an Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program-3-year Evaluation.
Dr. Jacob Ramon

Urologist

, Ramat Gan, Israel

15 Years of experience

Speaks: Hebrew , English

 


Dr. Jacob Ramon is a specialized Urosurgeon in Israel. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Tel Hashomer, Israel. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Sheba Medical Center.

Association and Memberships Dr. Jacob Ramon is part of:

  • Member of Israeli Urological Association

Qualifications :

  • MD graduate from the Hadassah Medical School, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Specialization in Urology, Sheba Medical Center
  • Specialization in Reconstructive Urological Surgery and Uro-Oncology at Duke University, USA,
  • St. Jean Toulouse University, and Bichat Hospital, Paris.

Hospital Address :

Sheba Medical Center, Derech Sheba, Ramat Gan, Israel

What is the medical expertise of Dr Jacob Ramon?

  • Dr Jacob Roman has 15 years of experience in treating bladder tumours, urinary tract diseases, polycystic kidney diseases, erectile dysfunction, kidney angiomyolipoma, and kidney cancer. He can also perform laparoscopic and reconstructive surgeries.
  • He is a member of the Israeli Medical Association. In addition to being an esteemed member of several prominent organizations such as the European Organization for Urology, he was also appointed as the President of the Israel Association of Urology in 2002 and held this position for around 4 years.
  • He has published his work in numerous journals. Some of his works include:
    1. Rosenzweig B, Bex A, Dotan ZA, Frydenberg M, Klotz L, Lotan Y, Schulman CC, Tsaur I, Ramon J. Trends in urologic oncology clinical practice and medical education under COVID-19 pandemic: An international survey of senior clinical and academic urologists. Urol Oncol. 2020 Dec;38(12):929.e1-929.e10.
    2. Lazarovich A, Raviv G, Laitman Y, Portnoy O, Raz O, Dotan ZA, Ramon J, Rosenzweig B. Histology results of systematic prostate biopsies by in-bore magnetic resonance imaging vs. transrectal ultrasound. Can Urol Assoc J. 2021 May;15(5): E244-E247.

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Dr. Mohammed Istrabadi

Urologist

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

37 Years of experience

 


Dr. Mohammed Istrabadi is a specialized Urosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 20 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mohammed Istrabadi is part of:

  • American College of Surgeons
  • Royal College of Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • M.B.B.Ch
  • B.A.O.
  • L.R.C.P. and S.I (N.U.I.)
  • M.S - Anatomy from the University College Dublin
  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
  • Fellow Royal College of Surgeons

Hospital Address :

Al Zahra Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Chang Hyun

Surgical Oncologist

, Seoul, South Korea

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Korean , English

 


Dr. Chang Hyun is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in South Korea. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Seoul, South Korea. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with International St. Mary's Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Graduate

Hospital Address :

International St. Mary's Hospital, Simgok-ro 100beon-gil, Yeonhui-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon, South Korea

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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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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)

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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)