Department of Surgical Oncology
The Department of Surgical Oncology is dedicated to the surgical management of solid malignancies, combining advanced surgical techniques with multidisciplinary cancer care. The department works in close coordination with Medical and Radiation Oncology, Pathology, Radiology, and supportive care units to deliver evidence-based, tailored treatments for every patient. Our goal is to ensure precise tumor removal, optimal functional outcomes, and overall improvement in quality of life.
Inpatient and Outpatient Services
The department provides comprehensive consultancy and surgical services for patients with suspected or confirmed malignancies. Outpatient services include cancer screening, diagnostic evaluation, preoperative workup, and postoperative follow-up. Dedicated clinics are conducted for breast, head and neck, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, thoracic, and genitourinary malignancies.
Inpatient facilities include specialized oncology wards and intensive postoperative care units. The surgical team is supported by trained oncology nurses and pain management specialists to ensure holistic and compassionate care throughout the treatment journey.
Surgeries and Procedures Performed
The department performs a wide range of oncological surgeries, covering most organ systems, with an emphasis on organ preservation and reconstruction wherever possible. The commonly performed procedures include:
Breast Oncology
Modified radical mastectomy, breast-conserving surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy, and oncoplastic breast reconstruction
Head and Neck Oncology
Wide excision of oral cavity cancer, neck dissections, parotidectomy, thyroidectomy, and reconstructive flap surgeries
Gastrointestinal Oncology
Resection of esophageal, gastric, colorectal, hepatic, and pancreatic malignancies, as well as cytoreductive surgery for peritoneal surface disease
Thoracic Oncology
Lobectomy, pneumonectomy, mediastinal tumor excision, and chest wall reconstruction
Genitourinary Oncology
Radical nephrectomy, cystectomy, prostatectomy, and testicular tumor excision
Gynecologic Oncology
Radical hysterectomy, ovarian cancer cytoreduction, and vulvectomy
Soft Tissue and Bone Tumors
Wide local excision, limb-sparing procedures, and sarcoma resections with reconstruction
Minimally Invasive and Laparoscopic Oncosurgery
Laparoscopic colectomy, gastrectomy, and adrenalectomy for selected malignancies
The department also provides palliative surgical services for symptom relief in advanced cancer cases, emphasizing patient comfort and dignity.
With a strong focus on multidisciplinary care, advanced training, research, and clinical excellence, the Department of Surgical Oncology continues to serve as a centre of excellence in the comprehensive management of cancer patients.