Oncology
we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care for individuals facing cancer. Our team of highly skilled medical professionals, including oncologists and surgeons, is committed to delivering personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Medical Oncology Services
- Expertise in Cancer Diagnosis: Our experienced medical oncologists specialize in the accurate diagnosis of various types of cancer. Utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and cutting-edge technology, we ensure precise identification and staging of the disease.
- Individualized Treatment Plans: Every patient’s journey with cancer is unique. Our medical oncology team develops personalized treatment plans that may include chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and hormone therapy. We focus on not just treating the disease but also enhancing the overall well-being of our patients.
- Palliative Care and Support: We understand the challenges that come with cancer treatment. Our medical oncologists work closely with palliative care teams to provide supportive care, managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients and their families.
Surgical Oncology Services
- Tumor Resection or Excision: Surgical removal of a tumor or cancerous mass from the body. This may involve removing a portion of an organ or the entire organ, depending on the extent of the cancer.
- Lumpectomy or Mastectomy: Lumpectomy involves the removal of a portion of the breast containing a tumor, while mastectomy involves the removal of the entire breast. These surgeries are common for breast cancer treatment.
- Prostatectomy: Surgical removal of the prostate gland, often performed for the treatment of prostate cancer.
- Hysterectomy: Removal of the uterus. In some cases, it may be part of the treatment for gynecological cancers like uterine or cervical cancer.
- Colectomy: Surgical removal of a portion of the colon. It is performed for colorectal cancer or conditions like inflammatory bowel disease.
- Thyroidectomy: Removal of the thyroid gland, often done to treat thyroid cancer.
- Nephrectomy: Surgical removal of a kidney. It may be done for kidney cancer or to address other kidney conditions.
- Oophorectomy: Removal of one or both ovaries. This surgery is commonly performed for ovarian cancer treatment.
- Esophagectomy: Removal of a portion or the entire esophagus, typically done for esophageal cancer.
- Pancreatectomy: Removal of a portion or the entire pancreas. It may be performed for pancreatic cancer treatment.
- Gastrectomy: Surgical removal of all or part of the stomach, often done for stomach cancer.
- Laryngectomy: Removal of the larynx (voice box). It may be necessary for advanced laryngeal cancer.
- Head and Neck Cancer Surgeries: Various procedures to remove tumors or affected tissues in the head and neck region, including surgeries on the tongue, throat, and jaw.
- Limbsparing Surgery or Amputation: Depending on the extent of bone or soft tissue cancer, surgeons may perform a limbsparing procedure to remove the tumor while preserving the limb. In some cases, amputation may be necessary.
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: Surgical procedure to remove and examine the sentinel lymph node to determine if cancer has spread.
These surgeries are often part of a comprehensive cancer treatment plan, which may also include other modalities such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies. The choice of surgery depends on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the overall health of the patient. It’s essential for individuals diagnosed with cancer to consult with a multidisciplinary team of oncologists and surgeons to determine the most appropriate treatment approach for their specific situation.
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