Surgical oncology is a medical specialty that uses surgery to diagnose, treat, and prevent cancer. Surgical oncologists learn how to perform different surgeries based on the cancer’s type, location, and stage. They aim to confirm the diagnosis and stage by taking biopsies or removing tumours, get rid of the primary tumours and affected lymph nodes or organs, lower the cancer risk with preventive surgery, increase the treatment effectiveness with supportive surgery, restore the body function/appearance after surgery, and ease the cancer-related pain with palliative surgery. They use techniques such as open, minimally invasive, or robotic surgery. This complex and changing field requires teamwork among various experts such as medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, nurses, and others. For specialised care and consultation, book an appointment at top oncology hospitals in India like Fortis Healthcare.