What does a surgical oncologist do?

A surgical oncologist removes the tumor and nearby tissue during surgery and also performs certain types of biopsies to help diagnose cancer.

What are the typical symptoms of cancer?

There may be Change in bowel or bladder habit, sore that does not heal, Unusual bleeding or discharge, Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere, Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing, Obvious change in a wart or mole and hoarseness in voice.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the surgical oncologist?

Investigations like Polymerase chain reaction, IHC, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET) and ultrasound are required.

What is the difference between the surgical and clincal radiologist?

A surgical oncologist removes the tumor and nearby tissue during surgery and also performs certain types of biopsies to help diagnose cancer whereas a clinical radiologist is a specialist doctor who is trained to read and interpret medical images in order to diagnose, treat and monitor diseases.

Can a surgical oncologist treat breast cancer?

Yes, they can treat the cases of breast cancer successfully.

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Dr. Somashekhar S. P.

Surgical Oncologist

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MBBS , MCh , MS , FRCS

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About Dr. Somashekhar S. P.

Currently associated as Head and Consultant – Oncology with Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore
Performed the highest number of Complex Robotic Oncosurgeries in India
First in India to initiate Robotic Scarless Thyroidectomy programme & TORS
Recipient of the prestigious Dr. D .D. Patel Gold Medal in Oncosurgery
Expertise in Surgical Oncology, Gynaecological Oncology, Robotic Surgery, Radio Guided Surgery, HIPEC and Sentinel Node
Contributed several chapters to various International and National Textbook on Oncology