What is a surgical oncologist?
A surgical oncologist is a general surgeon who has received extra training in surgically treating patients with cancer diagnoses. All surgical oncologists who perform surgeries at Parkview have received one to three years of specialty fellowship training in cancer surgery. This additional training gives the surgeon the ability to more accurately stage and treat the cancer, which gives the patient a more favorable outcome. A surgical oncologist will often work with medical and radiation oncologists to treat a cancer.
Why would I see a surgical oncologist?
Research shows that patients who consult with a surgeon that specializes in cancer care can improve outcomes. A cancer diagnosis may seem simple, but the cases are often complex. Parkview surgical oncologists have access to advanced technology, clinical trials, and a wide variety of approaches to treat difficult cancer cases. Any patient who has been diagnosed or thinks they may have cancer should see a surgical oncologist.
What does a surgical oncologist treat?
Parkview offers specialized surgical treatment for cancers of the:
- Breast
- Bile duct
- Colon and rectum
- Esophagus
- Pancreas
- Liver
- Gallbladder
- Stomach
- Prostate
- Kidney
- Uterus
- Cervix
- Ovaries
- Vulva
What procedures does a surgical oncologist perform?
Parkview’s specialized surgical oncologists are all trained in the latest technology giving their patients a better chance at survival. Our experienced team uses technology that is often minimally invasive, meaning that they use a smaller incision and have less blood loss. This allows patients to recover quicker and proceed with their treatment plan. Some of the procedures our surgical oncologists perform are:
- Hysterectomy (used to treat uterine, cervical and ovarian cancer)
- daVinci (robotic)
- Laparoscopic
- Open
- Whipple (used to treat for pancreatic cancer)
- Open
- Esophagectomy (used to treat esophageal cancer)
- daVinci (robotic)
- Laparoscopic
- Open
- Gasterectomy
- daVinci (robotic)
- Laparoscopic
- Open
- Partial hepatectomy (removal of part liver)
- daVinci (robotic)
- Laparoscopic
- Open
- Bowel resection (partial or total removal of colon)
- daVinci
- Laparoscopic
- Open
- Prostatectomy (removal of prostate)
- daVinci
- Open
- Nephrectomy (removal of a kidney)
- daVinci
- Laparoscopic
- Open
Do I need a referral to see a surgical oncologist?
Many insurance companies do not require a referral to see a surgical oncologist. Check with your insurance company if you have any questions.
How do I make an appointment to see a surgical oncologist?
To make an appointment to see a surgical oncologist, call 260-266-8900.