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Our Surgical Oncology Facilities

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We provide surgical treatment for breast cancer, gastrectomy, oophorectomy, hysterectomy, esophagectomy, pancreatectomy, laryngectomy, and head and neck cancer surgeries.

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What We
Offer

Breast Cancer Surgeries

01

Lumpectomy (Breast-Conserving Surgery)

Removal of the tumor along with a small margin of surrounding healthy tissue, preserving the rest of the breast​

03

Skin-Sparing Mastectomy

Removal of breast tissue while preserving most of the skin, allowing for immediate breast reconstruction.

05

Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy

Removal of the first few lymph nodes (sentinel nodes) under the arm to check for cancer spread.

07

Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM)

​A Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM) involves the removal of the entire breast, including the skin, areola, nipple, and most axillary lymph nodes, while preserving the pectoralis major muscle

02

Mastectomy

Surgical removal of the entire breast, including the nipple and areola

04

Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy

Removal of breast tissue beneath the nipple, preserving the nipple and areola for reconstruction

06

Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

Removal of additional lymph nodes from under the arm if cancer is found in sentinel nodes.​

Colorectal Cancer Surgeries

01

Colectomy

Removal of all or part of the colon to treat colon cancer.

03

Coloanal J-Pouch

Surgical removal of the rectum, with the small intestine connected directly to the anus to allow for normal bowel movements.

02

Laparoscopic Colon Resection

Minimally invasive surgery to remove part of the colon, often resulting in quicker recovery.​

04

Ileoanal J-Pouch

Removal of the colon and rectum, with the small intestine connected to the anus, preserving anal function

Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgeries

01

Gastrectomy

Partial or total removal of the stomach to treat stomach cancer

03

Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple Procedure)

Removal of the head of the pancreas, part of the small intestine, gallbladder, and bile duct, typically for pancreatic cancer

02

Esophagogastrectomy

Removal of the esophagus and part of the stomach, often used for esophageal cancer

Gynecological Cancer Surgeries

01

Hysterectomy

Removal of the uterus, and sometimes surrounding structures, to treat uterine, ovarian, or cervical cancer

03

Salpingectomy

Removal of one or both fallopian tubes, sometimes done in conjunction with oophorectomy

02

Oophorectomy

Removal of one or both ovaries, often performed for ovarian cancer

Urological Cancer Surgeries

01

Nephrectomy

Removal of one or both kidneys, typically for kidney cancer

03

Orchidectomy

Removal of one or both testicles, usually for testicular cancer

02

Cystectomy

Removal of the bladder, often performed for bladder cancer

04

Prostatectomy

Removal of the prostate gland, commonly done for prostate cancer

Thoracic Cancer Surgeries

01

Lobectomy

Removal of a lobe of the lung, often performed for lung cancer

03

Laryngectomy

Removal of the larynx (voice box), usually for laryngeal cancer

02

Pneumonectomy

Removal of an entire lung, typically for advanced lung cancer

Head and Neck Cancer Surgeries

01

Mandibulectomy

Removal of part or all of the lower jaw (mandible), often for oral cancer

03

Neck Dissection

Removal of lymph nodes and surrounding tissue in the neck to treat or prevent the spread of cancer.​

02

Glossectomy

Removal of part or all of the tongue, typically for tongue cancer

Skin Cancer Surgeries

01

Mohs Micrographic Surgery

A precise surgical technique used to remove skin cancer layer by layer, examining each layer under a microscope until no cancer cells remain

02

Wide Local Excision

Removal of the tumor along with a margin of healthy tissue, often used for melanoma.​

Palliative and Reconstructive Surgeries

01

Debulking Surgery

Removal of as much of a tumor as possible to reduce symptoms and improve the effectiveness of other treatments

02

Reconstructive Surgery

Surgical procedures to rebuild or restore the appearance and function of a body part affected by cancer treatment.​

02

Palliative Surgery

Surgical procedures aimed at relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, rather than curing the cancer

"Medilife is one of the best hospitals in Dehradun. I visited the hospital with my relatives and we are very satisfied with the treatment we got.”

Please Note

While the information provided about our Oncology facilities and treatments is general, it's important to understand that each person's treatment may vary. We encourage you to schedule an appointment and visit us for a personalized diagnosis tailored to your specific needs.

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