What is surgical oncology?
Surgical oncology is the field of surgery concerned with diagnosing and treating cancer. A surgical oncologist considers whether an operation is appropriate, what it can achieve and how it fits with other forms of care.
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SURGICAL ONCOLOGY / EXPLAINED
A clear path through complex care.
Understanding the role of cancer surgery, and what to expect along the way.
A THOUGHTFUL APPROACH
More than
an operation.
The best surgical plan begins with a full understanding of your diagnosis and your goals.
Treatment is individual. Your doctor will discuss what applies to you based on your clinical findings, test results and overall health.
When is surgery used?
Surgery may be used to remove a tumour, help confirm a diagnosis or relieve symptoms. In some cases it is the main treatment; in others it is combined with medicines or radiotherapy. Not everyone with cancer needs surgery.
How are patients evaluated?
Assessment may involve a consultation, examination, review of imaging and pathology, and tests to understand general health. The aim is to understand both the disease and the person before recommending a procedure.
Working as a team
Cancer care often brings together surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and other specialists. Multidisciplinary planning helps coordinate treatment and its timing.
Before and after surgery
Before surgery, your team explains the procedure, expected benefits, possible risks and alternatives. Afterward, recovery and follow-up vary by operation. The final pathology result may help guide further treatment.
THE CARE JOURNEY
From first questions
to follow-up.
01Diagnosis
02Staging
03Multidisciplinary Planning
04Surgery
05Recovery
06Follow-up
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your next step.
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