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Dr. Tanomsiri Stithit

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangkok, Thailand

29 Years of experience

Speaks: Thai , English

 


Dr. Tanomsiri Stithit is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Thailand. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has over 21 Years of experience and is associated with Phyathai 2 International Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tanomsiri Stithit is part of:

  • International Gynecologic Cancer Society

Certifications :

  • Certificate of Visiting Clinician at Mayo Clinic Hospital, USA, 2010
  • Certificate of Visiting Clinician at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, USA
  • Certificate of Visiting Clinician at New Mexico Cancer Center, USA

Qualifications :

  • MD Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand, 1989-1995
  • Diploma of the Thai Board Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Thailand, 1997-1999
  • Diploma of the Thai Board of Gynecologic Oncology, Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital, Thailand, 2006-2007

Hospital Address :

Phyathai 2 Hospital, Phahonyothin Road, Phaya Thai, Thailand

Dr. K Fehmi Narter

Male Fertility Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish, English

 


Dr. K Fehmi Narter is a specialized Urologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Kadikoy, Turkey. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem Kadikoy Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. K Fehmi Narter is part of:

  • Society of Urological Surgery in Turkey
  • Turkish Medical Association
  • Society of Urologic Oncology
  • Turkish Association of Urology
  • European Association of Urology
  • Turkish Molecular Medicine Association
  • American Urological Association
  • Molecular Medicine Association

Certifications :

  • Master of Business Administration Graduation Project: Legal boundaries of enlightened consent Associate Professor Doctor

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Istanbul School of Medicine
  • Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital Urology
  • PhD in Molecular Medicine Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Health Hospital Management

Hospital Address :

Acbadem Mahallesi, Acbadem Kadk

Dr. Eren Soner Tekin

Male Fertility Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Eren Soner Tekin is a specialized Urologist 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 Medicana Camlica Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Osmangazi University School of Medicine Haydarpasa Numune Education and Research Hospital, Urology Residency Program

Hospital Address :

K?s?kl? Mahallesi, MEDICANA aml?ca Hospital, skdar/Istanbul, Turkey

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Dr. Umashankar Prakasam

Surgical Oncologist

, Bangalore, India

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Umashankar Prakasam is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Adyar, India. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with HCG Kalinga Rao Road.

Association and Memberships Dr. Umashankar Prakasam is part of:

  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

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

Dr. Ahmad Ali Basha

Surgical Oncologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Arabic , Russian

 


Dr. Ahmad Ali Basha 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 25 Years of experience and is associated with Saudi German Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmad Ali Basha is part of:

  • Hematology Oncology Network
  • International Oncology Professionals
  • Global Oncology Group middle east medical portal
  • National Cancer Registrars Association

Qualifications :

  • Ph.D in Hematology & Hemato-oncology
  • MD (Syria)

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Rohit Kumar

Laparoscopic Surgeon

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English , Bengali

 


Dr. Rohit Kumar 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 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medeor 24X7 Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Rohit Kumar is part of:

  • International Association of Surgeons Gastroenterologists and Oncologists (IASGO)
  • International Bariatric Club (IBC)
  • Association of Surgeons of India (ASI)
  • Indian Association of Colorectal Surgeons (IACSR)
  • Indian Association of Gastro-Endo Surgeons (IAGES)
  • Obesity Surgery Society of India (OSSI)
  • Association of Minimal Access Surgery of India (AMASI)
  • Hernia Society of India

Certifications :

  • FACS
  • FMABS
  • FIASGO
  • FHBPS
  • FIAGES
  • FMAS

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MS

Hospital Address :

Medeor 24x7 Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Daniele Minardi

Urologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

30 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Italian

 


Dr. Daniele Minardi 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 30 Years of experience and is associated with Saudi German Hospital.

Certifications :

  • M.Phil. at University College London in 1998
  • Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery at Guy’s Hospital – King’s College London in 2013

Qualifications :

  • Professor of Urology at the Polytechnic University of the Marches Region in Ancona – Italy
  • Specialization in Urology in 1990, Diploma in Endolaparoscopic and Minimally Invasive Surgery in 1992 at the Polytechnic University of the Marches Region in Ancona – Italy

Hospital Address :

Saudi German Hospital Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Rishikesh Ramesh Pandya

Urologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

19 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Gujarati ,Hindi , Marathi , Punjabi , Urdu

 


Dr. Rishikesh Ramesh Pandya is a specialized Urosurgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital.

Certifications :

  • Certified as Robotic Urological Surgeon in 2013 at the Rosewell Park Cancer Centre, Buffalo, USA
  • Fellowship in Uro-Oncology from the University of Toronto, Canada
  • Fellowship in Uro-Oncology from Elisabethinen Hospital in Linz, Austria

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh in Urology from the University of Mumbai
  • DNB

Hospital Address :

NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Tolga Akman

Male Fertility Specialist

, Istanbul, Turkey

22 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Tolga Akman is a specialized Urologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Bahcelievler, Turkey. The doctor has over 17 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bahcelievler Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Tolga Akman is part of:

  • Turkish Association of Urology
  • Turkish Society of Andrology
  • European Association of Urology
  • European Society for Sexual Medicine

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine 1995-2002
  • Istanbul University School of Medicine 2002-2008

Hospital Address :

Bahelievler Mahallesi, Medicana Bahelievler, Eski Londra Asfalt? Caddesi, Bahelievler/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Sertac Yetiser

Otolaryngologist

, Kocaeli, Turkey

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Sertac Yetiser is a specialized ENT Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 25+ Years of experience and is associated with Avcilar Anadolu Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Sertac Yetiser is part of:

  • European Academy of Otology and Neurotology
  • Politzer Society
  • Meniere Society
  • International Tinnitus Association
  • Sir Charles Bell Society
  • Mediterranean Society of Otology Association (MSOA)
  • Neurotological and Equilibriometric Society
  • American Otological Society
  • Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
  • Turkish Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Foundation
  • Turkish Society of Otology,
  • Neuro-otology Kocaeli Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Association
  • Kocaeli Medical Chamber

Qualifications :

  • Ankara University Faculty of Medicine Gulhane Military Medical Academy University of Pittsburgh Department of Otolaryngology Massachusetts Eye and Ear Informary House Ear Institute Nashville Otology Group GATA ENT Department

Hospital Address :

Mustafa Kemal Paa,

Dr. Ahmet Gocmen

Surgical Oncologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

36 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ahmet Gocmen is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Sisli, Turkey. The doctor has over 31 Years of experience and is associated with Memorial Sisli Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmet Gocmen is part of:

  • Turkish Gynecology and Obstetrics Association
  • Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Association
  • Minimal Invasive Gynecologic Oncology Foundation (Founding Member - Board Member)
  • Minimal Invasive Gynecology Foundation Robotic Surgery Foundation (Founding Member)
  • Gynecologic Robotic Sugery Foundation (Founding Member)
  • Europe Robotic Gynecologic Surgery Foundation
  • Europe Gynecologic Oncology Association
  • TSRM (Turkish Reproduction Health and Infertility Foundation ) (Former Board Member)
  • Turkish Perinatology Foundation

Qualifications :

  • GAZI University Medical Faculty -Medical Training
  • DICLE University Medical faculty-Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialisation Training

Hospital Address :

Kaptan Paa Mh, Memorial ili Hospital, Halit Ziya T

What is the medical expertise of Dr Ahmet Gocmen?

  • Dr Ahmet Gocmen is a well-regarded and highly-qualified professional with 31 years of experience in robotic surgery, gynecologic oncology and oncology surgery.
  • Dr Gocmen is a part of many distinguished professional associations such as the Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Association, the Europe Gynecologic Oncology Association and the Europe Robotic Gynecology Surgery Foundation. He is the founding member of the Minimal Invasive Gynecologic Oncology Foundation and the Gynecologic Robotic Surgery Foundation.
  • Dr Gocmen underwent IVF training at the American Hospital. He also obtained training in Robotic Surgery and Advanced laparoscopic surgery at IRCAD, Strasbourg, France in 2008.
  • Dr Ahmet has 50+ publications to his credit. His research work has been published in many journals of repute. Some of his works include:
    1. The clinical importance of polyp size measurement through two‐dimensional saline infusion sonohysterography prior to hysteroscopic resection in predicting pre‐malignant and malignant endometrial lesions.
    2. Could the Long-Term Oncological Safety of Laparoscopic Surgery in Low-Risk Endometrial Cancer be also valid for High Intermediate and High-Risk Patients? A Multi-center Turkish Gynecologic Oncology Group Study Conducted with 2745 Endometrial Cancer Cases. (TRSGO-End-001).
    3. Diagnosis and management of isolated tubal torsion: Is salpingectomy mandatory?
Dr. Dushyant Nadar

Urologist

, Noida, India

23 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Dushyant Nadar is a specialized Urosurgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Noida, India. The doctor has over 18 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Dushyant Nadar is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Council
  • Southern Urology Association
  • Andhra Pradesh Society of Urology Surgeons

Qualifications :

  • MBBS - Bundelkhand Medical College, 1993
  • MS - General Surgery - Bundelkhand Medical College, 1997
  • DNB - Urology/Genito - Urinary Surgery - DNB board, New Delhi, 2001

Hospital Address :

Fortis Hospital, Rasoolpur Nawada, Industrial Area, Sector 62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Dr. Alok Tiwari

Surgical Oncologist

, Gurgaon, India

28 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. Alok Tiwari is a specialized Surgical Oncologist in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in DelhiNCR, India. The doctor has over 5 Years of experience and is associated with Fortis Memorial Research Institute.

Association and Memberships Dr. Alok Tiwari is part of:

  • Delhi Medical Council
  • UP Medical Council
  • IAGES
  • AMASI

Certifications :

  • FMAS
  • FALS (Colorectal)

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • DNB (Surgical Oncology)

Hospital Address :

FMRI, Sector 45, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Alexandre Chung

Surgical Oncologist

, London, United Kingdom

20 Years of experience

Speaks: English , French

 


Dr. Alexandre Chung 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 Parkside Private Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Alexandre Chung is part of:

  • Royal College of Surgeons
  • Association of Coloproctology of GB

Qualifications :

  • BSc
  • MBBS
  • MD
  • FRCS

Hospital Address :

Parkside Private Hospital, Parkside, London, UK

Dr. Dibyesh Banerjee

Surgical Oncologist

, London, United Kingdom

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Bengali , English ,Hindi

 


Dr. Dibyesh Banerjee 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 21 Years of experience and is associated with Parkside Private Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • FRCSEd
  • FRCS(Gen.Surg)

Hospital Address :

Parkside Private Hospital, Parkside, London, UK

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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)