Surgical oncology
Cancer surgery led by subspecialist teams covering solid-organ, breast, gynaecological, thoracic, head and neck, and complex abdominal procedures. Where suitable, minimally invasive and robotic approaches are used to reduce recovery time, always chosen on clinical grounds rather than as a default. You are cared for by the same multidisciplinary team before and after surgery, with clear follow-up and, if you wish, a free 48-hour second opinion before deciding.
Surgical oncology explained
Surgical oncology treats cancer with surgery, planned and carried out by specialist cancer surgeons as part of your wider care.
What is surgical oncology?
Surgical oncology is surgery to remove a tumour and, where needed, nearby tissue, performed by surgeons who specialise in cancer. It is often combined with other treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy, coordinated by your multidisciplinary team.
Is it right for me?
Whether surgery is part of your plan depends on the type, location and stage of the cancer and your overall health, decided by your oncology team. They explain the aim of surgery and what it involves in your case.
How it's done, step by step
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Your case is reviewed by the multidisciplinary team.
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Pre-operative assessment and planning are carried out.
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Anaesthetic: usually general anaesthetic, discussed with you.
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Surgery: the specialist removes the tumour and any tissue as planned.
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Recovery & next steps, including any further treatment, are coordinated.
What you'll experience
Surgery takes place in an accredited hospital with specialist teams. Your consultant coordinates your stay, recovery and translation, and keeps you and your family informed in your language.
Recovery & support
Recovery depends on the type and extent of surgery; your surgical team gives you a clear, individual aftercare plan. They explain realistic expectations and arrange the follow-up and any further treatment in your plan.
This is general information to help you understand your options, not medical advice. Your final plan, suitability and any risks are confirmed by your treating doctor.
How it works
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Tell us your story
Share your treatment and any reports. It takes a few minutes and stays private.
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Receive your plan in 48 hours
Our team builds a personal medical plan with a clear, all-inclusive price.
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Travel, treat, recover
We handle the airport pick-up, your 5-star stay, the clinic, and follow-up after you fly home.
Everything handled, end to end
You focus on getting better. We take care of the rest.
VIP airport transfer
Private car waiting from the moment you land.
5-star hotel stay
Comfortable rooms close to your clinic.
Personal consultant
One contact in your language for every question.
All planning handled
Appointments, translation, logistics and aftercare.
Facing a serious diagnosis?
Send your medical reports in confidence. Our specialist teams across oncology, transplants, fertility, orthopaedics and ENT reply with a free written second opinion within 48 hours, with no obligation.
Surgical oncology
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