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Dr. M Chandrashekar

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr M Chandrashekar is one of the foremost Surgical Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The medical specialist holds over 35 years of experience and is associated with Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta.

Association and Memberships Dr. M Chandrashekar is part of:

  • Association of Surgeons of India
  • Indian Society of Oncology India
  • Indian Medical Association
  • International college of Surgeons
  • Bangalore Oncology Group

Qualifications :

  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. M Chandrashekar

  • Medical expertise in treatment of Lung Cancer, Meningiomas, Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Skin Cancer, and Mixed Gliomas etc.
  • Specialises in Gastrointestinal, thoracic, gynaecological, head and neck, urogenital, bone, and soft tissue sarcomas.
  • Past experiences: Assistant Professor, Surgical Oncology, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology and Lecturer, Surgical Oncology, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology.
  • Member of ASI, ISOI, IMA, ICS, and Bangalore Oncology Group.
  • He is credited with a number of research papers and publications.
  • Dr. Chandrashekar has completed MBBS, MS(General Surgery), and FICS.
  • Dr. Chandrashekar is a Senior Surgical Oncologist with over three decades of experience in the treatment of solid tumors.
Dr. Dinesh M G

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Dinesh M G is one of the most skillful Surgical Oncologist in Bengaluru, India. The clinician holds over 10 years of experience and is associated with BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dinesh M G is part of:

  • Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India (AMASI)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO)

Certifications :

  • FMAS
  • FMAO

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MCh
  • MS

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. Dinesh M G

  • Breast Cancer, Thoracic oncology, Gastro Intestinal, Pancreatic, Hepato biliary oncology, Genito Urinary, Gynaecological oncology, Remote Access Thyroid Surgeries.
  • Bone and Soft Tissue oncological procedures, Head and Neck Oncological procedures, Chemo port insertion and palliative procedures.
  • Dr. Dinesh M G is a member of IASO, AMASI, ASI, BSS, and IMA.
  • Fellowship in Minimal Access Oncology, BIACI, Hyderabad, India in September 2016 and Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery, AMASI, November 2016.
  • Dept. of Thoracic and Foregut surgery at UPMC, Pittsburgh, USA, July 2017 and Dept. of Surgical Oncology at UNMC, Nebraska, USA, Dec 2014.
  • MBBS from KIMS, Bangalore, MS - General Surgery from JJM Medical College, Davangere, and M. Ch - Surgical Oncology from Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology.
Dr. Mallika Tewari

Surgical Oncologist

, Mumbai, India

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi, English

 


Dr Mallika Tewari is one of the foremost Surgical Oncologist in Thane, India. The medical practitioner holds over 18 years of experience and is associated with Wockhardt Hospital, Umrao.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS (Hons & Gold Medallist)
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MRCSEd (U.K.)
  • MCh. (Surgical Oncology)

Hospital Address :

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

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Dr. Nanda Rajneesh

Laparoscopic Surgeon

Bangalore, India

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Nanda Rajneesh is one of the best General Laparoscopic & Breast Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The doctor holds over 19 years of experience and is associated with Sakra World Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Nanda Rajneesh is part of:

  • Laparoscopy association of India
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASICON)
  • International Congress of Association of Minimal Access Surgeons of India
  • Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in GI Surgical Oncology FACRSI, FICS, MRCS, FAMS
  • Fellow in Bariatric Surgery
  • Fellow in Pancreatic Surgery
  • Fellow in Colorectal Surgery

Qualifications :

  • MS
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

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

Medical Expertise of Dr. Nanda Rajneesh

  • Dr. Nanda Rajneesh has established herself as a specialist in minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery (laparoscopy), breast surgery and surgical oncology.
  • Popular procedures performed by her are Laparoscopic Hernia Repair, Bariatric (Gastric Bypass) Surgery, Breast Cancer Treatment, Hernia Repair Surgery, Gallbladder (Biliary) Stone Treatment, Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band, Laparoscopic Appendicectomy, Laparoscopic Sleeve Resection, Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
  • Dr. Nanda Rajneesh is a distinguished laparoscopic and general surgeon.
  • She has acquired multiple degrees through extensive training in the surgical field and is a member of Royal College of Surgeons.
  • Over the course of her two-and-a-half-decade career, she has treated over 10,000 patients with breast cancer and done over 15000 procedures.
  • Dr. Nanda has had the unique opportunity of engaging with patients from all socioeconomic backgrounds, which has bonded her to her patients and their families in multiple ways.
  • She attends conferences and delivers lectures on breast cancer prevention both to medical faculty as well as in the corporate sector
  • She is a member of numerous prestigious associations, which include: Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), AMASICON, IAGS, Medi Tel India, Association of Colorectal Surgeons of India.
Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy

Urologist

, Bangalore, India

31 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Mohan Keshavamurthy is one of the leading Urologist & Robotic Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The medical practitioner holds over 30 years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy is part of:

  • Karnataka Medical Council

Certifications :

  • FRCS - General Surgery - QEII Health Sciences Center, 1998
  • FMTS - Halifax nova Scotia. Canada, 1998

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, 1989
  • MCh - Urology - King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, 1995
  • MS - General Surgery - Sheth K.M.School of Post Graduate Medicine and Research, Gujarat University, India, 1993

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Manohar T

Urologist

, Bangalore, India

34 Years of experience

Speaks: Kannada , English

 


Dr Manohar T is one of the most skillful Urologist & Robotic Surgeon in Bengaluru, India. The clinician holds over 31 years of experience and is associated with Columbia Asia Referral Hospital, Yeshwantpur.

Association and Memberships Dr. Manohar T is part of:

  • Karnataka Medical Council

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Endourology and Laparoscopy

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

Columbia Asia Hospital, Rajaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Sreeharsha Harinatha

Urologist

, Bangalore, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English , Kannada

 


Dr. Sreeharsha Harinatha is a specialized Urosurgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bengaluru, India. The doctor has over 14 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sreeharsha Harinatha is part of:

  • Karnataka Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - JM Medical College, Davangere, 2005
  • MS - General Surgery - Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, 2009
  • MCh - Urology - Sawai Man Singh Medical College, Jaipur, 2013

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Muruganandham K

Urosurgeon

, Chennai, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Tamil

 


Dr. Muruganandham K is a specialized Urosurgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Chennai, India. The doctor has over 25+ Years of experience and is associated with Global Health City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Muruganandham K is part of:

  • Life member, Urological society of India (USI)
  • Life member, Association of southern urologists ( South Zone USI)
  • Life member, Tamilnadu & Pondicherry Association of Urologists (TAPASU)
  • Life member, Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Certifications :

  • FMAS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Global Health City, Perumbakkam, Sholinganallur Main Road, Cheran Nagar, Medavakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dr. Art Hiranyakas

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

10 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Thai

 


Dr. Art Hiranyakas is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Bangkok Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Art Hiranyakas is part of:

  • American College of Surgeons (ACS)
  • American Society of Colon and Rectum Surgeons (ASCRS)
  • Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
  • International College of Surgeons (ICS)

Certifications :

  • Certificate of Advanced Training in Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Weston, Florida, USA.
  • Certificate of Robotic Surgery (Da Vinci System) Training, University of California, San Diego, California, USA.
  • Certificate of Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery, Queensland, Australia.
  • Certificate of Clinical Fellows in Colorectal Surgery and Pelvic Floor Physiology, National University, Singapore.
  • Doctor of Philosophy, School of Medicine and Dentistry, James Cook University, Australia.

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • PhD
  • FACS
  • FASCRS
  • FRCST
  • FSCRST
  • FRCFPT
  • FICS.

Hospital Address :

Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, Nong Prue, Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, Thailand

Dr. Pham Thien Ha Minh Nguyet

Surgical Oncologist

, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

12 Years of experience

Speaks: English, Vietnamese

 


Dr.Pham Thien Ha Minh Nguyet is a specialized Cancer Specialist. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vietnam. The doctor has 12 of experience and is associated with , one of the best hospitals in Vietnam.

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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)

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)