A surgical oncologist is a cancer specialist who diagnoses and treats cancer through surgical procedures. They work with a multidisciplinary cancer care team to plan the most suitable treatment approach for each patient.
You should consult a surgical oncologist if you have a confirmed cancer diagnosis, abnormal biopsy results, a suspicious lump, or if surgery is recommended as part of your cancer treatment plan.
Dr. Geetha Nagasree specializes in treating gynecological cancers, including ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, uterine cancer, and breast cancer. She also manages complex and advanced cancer cases.
Cancer counselling involves discussing your diagnosis, treatment options, possible outcomes, and emotional support needs. It helps patients and families make informed decisions about cancer care.
Patients may experience fear, anxiety, sadness, anger, confusion, or uncertainty after a cancer diagnosis. Proper counselling and support can help patients cope better during treatment.
A cancer treatment management plan is a personalized approach that includes diagnosis review, staging, treatment options, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, and follow-up care.
Cancer treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, or a combination of these based on the type and stage of cancer.
Cancer surgery is recommended when removing the tumour can help control or cure the disease. The decision depends on cancer type, stage, tumour location, and overall health condition.
Cancer surgeries include tumour removal surgery, breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, minimally invasive surgery, cytoreductive surgery, and other procedures based on cancer location and spread.
Breast cancer surgery involves removing cancerous tissue while preserving as much healthy breast tissue as possible. Options include lumpectomy, mastectomy, and breast conservation surgery.
Ovarian cancer surgery involves removing cancerous growth and may include advanced procedures like cytoreductive surgery and extensive peritonectomy to remove visible cancer deposits.
HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) is an advanced treatment where heated chemotherapy is delivered directly into the abdominal cavity after surgery to target remaining cancer cells.
Chemotherapy uses anti-cancer medicines to destroy or control cancer cells. It may be given before surgery, after surgery, or as the main treatment depending on the cancer type.
Chemotherapy side effects may include tiredness, nausea, hair loss, reduced appetite, and changes in blood counts. Supportive care helps manage these effects effectively.
Targeted therapy uses medicines designed to identify specific changes in cancer cells and block their growth while reducing damage to normal cells.
Chemotherapy affects rapidly dividing cells throughout the body, while targeted therapy focuses on specific molecules or pathways involved in cancer growth.
Minimally invasive cancer surgeries use advanced techniques such as laparoscopy to perform procedures through smaller incisions, helping reduce pain, scarring, and recovery time.
Post-surgical complications may include infection, bleeding, wound healing issues, pain, or fluid collection. Regular monitoring and timely medical care help manage these concerns.
Recovery time depends on the type of cancer surgery, treatment complexity, and individual health condition. Your surgical oncologist will guide you through the recovery process.
Many gynecological cancers can be effectively managed when detected early and treated with the right combination of surgery and other cancer therapies.
Symptoms may include abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, unexplained weight loss, abdominal swelling, changes in menstrual patterns, or unusual discharge.
Breast conservation surgery removes the cancerous portion of the breast while preserving most of the breast tissue. It is considered for suitable breast cancer cases.
Cytoreductive surgery is an advanced cancer surgery that aims to remove as much visible tumour as possible, commonly performed for advanced ovarian and abdominal cancers.
Dr. Geetha Nagasree is a senior surgical oncologist in Hyderabad with over 25 years of experience in cancer treatment, specializing in breast cancer and gynecological oncology surgeries.
You can schedule a consultation with Dr. Geetha Nagasree for expert evaluation, cancer counselling, treatment planning, and personalized surgical oncology care in Hyderabad.