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Dr. Debashish Sengupta

Male Fertility Specialist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

21 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Debashish Sengupta is a specialized Urologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Al Nahda Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh
  • DNB (General)
  • DNB (Urology)

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Basim Alkhafaji

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Basim Alkhafaji is a specialized Bariatric Surgeon 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 Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Basim Alkhafaji is part of:

  • Emirate Society Of Laparoscopic and Endoscopic Surgeons (ESLES)
  • International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • Asia Pacific Hernia Society (APHS)
  • Emirate Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons (ESMBS)
  • Emirate society of Gastroenterology
  • Iraqi Medical Association

Certifications :

  • Fellow of Royal College Of Surgeons, Ireland
  • Fellow of American College Of Surgeons, America
  • Fellow of International college of Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • M.B.Ch.B, Iraq
  • Laparoscopic Higher Diploma Of Laparoscopy, France
  • Higher Diploma Of General Surgery, Iraq

Hospital Address :

Canadian Specialist Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Sivaprakash Rathanaswamy

Surgical Oncologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: English ,Hindi , Malayalam , Tamil

 


Dr. Sivaprakash Rathanaswamy is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with .

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCH - Surgical Oncology

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Dr. Moamen Mohammed Amin Abdelrahim

Male Fertility Specialist

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Moamen Mohammed Amin Abdelrahim is a specialized Urologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with .

Certifications :

  • Uro-Oncology fellow at McGill University, Montreal, Canada (2006 2008)

Qualifications :

  • MBBCh
  • MD
Dr. Akshay Kudpaje

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Akshay Kudpaje is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangalore, India. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with HCG Kalinga Rao Road.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS - ENT

Hospital Address :

HCG Hospital, 2nd Cross Road, KHB Block Koramangala, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Dr. Suvadip Chakrabarti

Surgical Oncologist

, Kolkata, India

11 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Suvadip Chakrabarti is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in kolkata, India. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals.

Association and Memberships Dr. Suvadip Chakrabarti is part of:

  • Indian Association Of Surgical Oncology
  • Association Of Surgeons Of India
  • Indian Medical Association
  • Association Of Breast Surgeons Of India
  • Foundation Of Head And Neck Oncology

Qualifications :

  • MCh Surgical Oncology
  • MS General Surgery
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Canal Circular Road, Kadapara, Phool Bagan, Kadapara, Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Dr. Dayakar Rao

Surgical Oncologist

, Hyderabad, India

8 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English , Telugu

 


Dr. Dayakar Rao is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Hyderabad, India. The doctor has over 8 Years of experience and is associated with Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dayakar Rao is part of:

  • Andhra Pradesh Medical Council

Qualifications :

  • MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery - Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh - 2003
  • MS - General Surgery - Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Secunderabad - 2009
  • MCh - Surgical Oncology - Homi Bhabha National Institute - 2014

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Naval Bansal

Surgical Oncologist

, Mohali, India

14 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Naval Bansal is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Mohali, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Minimal access robotic Endocrine surgery from Republic of Korea

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS (General Surgery)
  • MCh

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital Mohali, Sector 62, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, India

Dr. Mesut Bayraktaroglu

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Mesut Bayraktaroglu is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with I.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • 2003 - Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English) – Medical education
  • 2010 - Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Education Research Hospital – Specialization

Hospital Address :

Beyol, .A.

Dr. Semih Halezeroglu

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Semih Halezeroglu is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Maslak Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Semih Halezeroglu is part of:

  • Respiratory Research Association of Turkey
  • Turkish Thoracic Surgery Association
  • European Society of Chest Surgeons
  • International Lung Cancer Association
  • Turkish Thoracic Society

Qualifications :

  • 2008 - Istanbul Bilim University Faculty of Medicine / Professor
  • 2001 - Süreyyapaşa Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Training and Research Hospital / Associate Professor
  • 1992 - Heybeliada Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Hospital Thoracic Surgery
  • 1987 - Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty

Hospital Address :

Dar

Dr. Huseyin Ulas Cinar

Surgical Oncologist

, Samsun, Turkey

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Huseyin Ulas Cinar is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty, 2004
  • Specialization - Istanbul Yedikule Chest Diseases and Thoracic Surgery Center, 2012

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Aydin Nadir

Surgical Oncologist

, Ankara, Turkey

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Aydin Nadir is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with VM Medical Park Ankara.

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University School of Medicine - Medical Education
  • Ankara University School of Medicine, Department of Thoracic Surgery - Specialization

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Fatime Yavuz

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

19 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Fatime Yavuz is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 19 Years of experience and is associated with Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Fatime Yavuz is part of:

  • Turkish Thoracic Society
  • Turkey Respiratory Society
  • Academic Respiratory Society
  • The Association of Lung Cancer
  • Tuberculosis Association
  • The Turkish Medical Association

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty, 1987-1993
  • Specialty Education: Yedikule Chest Diseases Education and Res. Hospital, 1993-1998
  • Specialization: Yedikule Chest Diseases Hospital, 1998-2000

Hospital Address :

Ak Veysel Mah, stinye

Dr. Raja Waqar Ul Haq

Surgical Oncologist

, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

18 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Raja Waqar Ul Haq is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah.

Association and Memberships Dr. Raja Waqar Ul Haq is part of:

  • British Thoracic Society
  • European Respiratory Society
  • The Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh UK

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors in Medicine and Surgery - Nishtar Medical College Multan Pakistan
  • MRCPUK - The Royal College of Physicians UK.
  • MRCPUK Respiratory Med from Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians UK and CCST (Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training)

Hospital Address :

Al Zahra Hospital - Sharjah - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Merih Kalamanoglu Balci

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

24 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish & English

 


Dr. Merih Kalamanoglu Balci is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 22 Years of experience and is associated with Medical Park Goztepe Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Merih Kalamanoglu Balci is part of:

  • Medicine Chest Diseases Membership
  • Turkish Thoracic Association
  • Internal and Surgical Sciences Intensive Care Association

Qualifications :

  • Medical Education- Ondokuz May University Faculty of Medicine Specialization- Marmara University

Hospital Address :

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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)