Surgical Oncology Consultant

Role & responsibilities

Diagnoses, stages, and surgically removes cancerous tumors or affected tissues, and coordinates multidisciplinary cancer care.

• Tumor Resection & Biopsy: Perform open, laparoscopic, or robotic surgeries to remove primary or metastatic solid tumors (e.g., breast, gastrointestinal, skin, or musculoskeletal cancers) and carry out diagnostic biopsies.
• Staging & Evaluation: Conduct procedures such as sentinel lymph node biopsies or lymph node dissections to determine the extent and spread of cancer.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination: Collaborate closely with medical oncologists (chemotherapy/immunotherapy) and radiation oncologists to plan treatment sequences (such as neoadjuvant or adjuvant therapies).
• Pre- and Post-Operative Care: Manage patient assessments before surgery, handle recovery and complications, and conduct long-term surveillance for recurrence.
• Palliative & Supportive Care: Perform debulking surgeries or palliative interventions to relieve symptoms, manage pain, and preserve quality of life.
• Research & Education: Participate in clinical trials, tumor boards, hospital screening programs, and training initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: MBBS followed by a Masters degree in General Surgery (MS) or equivalent.
• Super-Specialization: MCh or DNB in Surgical Oncology (or a recognized surgical oncology fellowship program).
• Skills & Competencies: Advanced operative precision, deep understanding of cancer biology, strong diagnostic judgment, crisis management, and empathy for patients and families.