Surgical Oncology

Department of Surgical Oncology at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre

The Department of Surgical Oncology at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre is one of the best hospitals in Mumbai for cancer treatment. The department is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care for all patients with cancer. It has highly skilled and experienced surgical specialists for the management of cancers of the head and neck, breast, thorax, gastrointestinal tract, female reproductive system and genitourinary tract. The team is committed to delivering personalised treatment plans that meet the unique needs of each patient.

The Department of Surgical Oncology offers surgical expertise for all oncology cancers through excellent teamwork. When surgery is the only option, Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre offers the best in both human and robotic surgeries. On average, the department performs around 500-600 cancer surgeries annually.  

All types of malignancies are treated at Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre with very low mortality and morbidity rates. With the support of the Department of Radiation Oncology and Department of Medical Oncology, the specialists of the Department of Surgical Oncology have successfully downstaged many malignancies to an operable stage and sent patients home cancer free. 

Malignancies like advanced head and neck cancers with complex reconstructions and breast and thyroid malignancies as well as all intestinal and gastric malignancies are operated on in the department on a regular basis. 

The department also prides itself in using the latest Robotic technology to operate difficult tumours and deal with large complex abdominal tumour surgeries where masses as large as 30 kg in weight and above need to be treated. 

In addition to providing clinical care, the Department of Surgical Oncology is also actively involved in research and education. The department regularly participates in clinical trials to develop new treatments and improve outcomes for patients with cancer. It also provides training opportunities for medical students, residents, and fellows to develop their skills in surgical oncology.

Overall, the main goals of the Department of Surgical Oncology are to provide the highest quality of care for patients with cancer, continuously improve clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction and advance the field of surgical oncology through research and education.