Surgical Oncology
Surgical oncology is the part of cancer care that involves removing tumors through surgery. Surgeons trained in oncology specialize in safely removing cancer while protecting surrounding healthy tissue.
What it involves
- Removing tumors from the body
- Taking samples (biopsies) to diagnose cancer
- Staging cancer to see how far it has spread
When it is used
- To remove all visible cancer
- To reduce tumor size before other treatments
- To relieve symptoms caused by tumors
Types of cancer treated
Surgical oncology is used for many types of cancer, including:
- Breast cancer
- Colon cancer
- Lung cancer
- Skin cancer (including melanoma)
- Gynecologic cancers
The first step in cancer treatment
Surgical oncology is often one of the first steps in treating cancer and can sometimes cure cancer if it is caught early.
MercyOne surgeons will work closely with your care team to develop a personalized care plan for you. With experts located in many locations, you and your loved ones can remain close to home during treatment.
