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Our Surgical Oncology Facilities

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

What We Offer

Breast Cancer Surgeries

Lumpectomy (Breast-Conserving Surgery)

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

Skin-Sparing Mastectomy

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

​Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy

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

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

Mastectomy

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

Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy

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

Axillary Lymph Node Dissection

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

Colorectal Cancer Surgeries

Colectomy

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

Coloanal J-Pouch

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

Laparoscopic Colon Resection

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

Ileoanal J-Pouch

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

Gastrointestinal Cancer Surgeries

Gastrectomy

Partial or total removal of the stomach to treat stomach cancer

Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple Procedure)

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

Esophagogastrectomy

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

Gynecological Cancer Surgeries

Hysterectomy

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

Salpingectomy

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

Oophorectomy

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

Urological Cancer Surgeries

Nephrectomy

Removal of one or both kidneys, typically for kidney cancer

Orchidectomy

Removal of one or both testicles, usually for testicular cancer

​Cystectomy

Removal of the bladder, often performed for bladder cancer

Prostatectomy

Removal of the prostate gland, commonly done for prostate cancer

Thoracic Cancer Surgeries

Lobectomy

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

Laryngectomy

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

Pneumonectomy

Removal of an entire lung, typically for advanced lung cancer

Head and Neck Cancer Surgeries

Mandibulectomy

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

Neck Dissection

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

Glossectomy

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

Skin Cancer Surgeries

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

Wide Local Excision

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

Palliative and Reconstructive Surgeries

Debulking Surgery

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

Reconstructive Surgery

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

Palliative Surgery

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

Please Note

While the information provided about our Onco-Surgery 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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