Introduction:
Surgical oncology is a vital medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and preventing cancer through surgery. Surgical oncologists are skilled in performing a variety of surgeries based on the cancer’s type, location, and stage. They utilize advanced techniques such as open surgery, minimally invasive procedures, and robotic surgery to ensure optimal outcomes. The scope of their work includes confirming diagnoses through biopsies, removing primary tumors and affected lymph nodes, reducing cancer risks with preventive surgeries, enhancing treatment effectiveness, restoring body function after surgery, and easing cancer-related pain through palliative care.
Our team works in collaboration with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and other specialists to provide integrated and personalized cancer care. The approach ensures that each patient receives the best treatment suited to their specific condition.
Common procedures include:
- Colectomy: Removal of part or all of the colon to treat colon cancer and other related conditions.
- Liver Biopsy: Extraction of liver tissue for diagnosing liver cancer or diseases.
- Lumpectomy: Removal of a breast tumor while conserving the breast, often followed by radiation therapy.
- Mastectomy: Surgical removal of one or both breasts to treat or prevent the spread of breast cancer.
- Mohs Surgery: A precise technique to treat skin cancers by removing cancerous tissues layer by layer.
- Sentinel Node Biopsy: Removal and examination of the first lymph nodes affected by cancer to guide treatment.
- Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR): A minimally invasive procedure to remove abnormal tissue from the digestive tract.
With access to the latest technologies, including robotic surgery and intraoperative radiation therapy, the surgical oncology department focuses on minimally invasive methods that reduce recovery time and discomfort. Our team also provides continuous support to both patients and their families, addressing their physical, emotional, and social needs throughout the treatment journey.
By combining expertise, advanced technology, and a patient-centered approach, we strive to deliver the highest standards of care in surgical oncology.