Surgical Oncology

Mrs Sharbam Rustogi Jain is on cloud nine as she’s in full recovery after suffering from the painful journey of breast cancer. It’s her courage, determination, high hopes, support of her family & friends and positive attitude towards life that made her strong enough throughout her journey of recovery.

She was thankful to Dr Veda Padma Priya, Senior Consultant, Breast Oncology and Oncoplasty & the whole staff of MGM Cancer Institute for being a constant support during her treatment.

Mr Kumaraswamy was diagnosed with bladder cancer and has been struggling to beat it. His battle against cancer has cost him one of his kidneys and urinary bladder. He had lost hope, when he was referred to Dr Sivaram Ganesamoni, Senior Consultant, Department of Surgical Oncology at MGM Healthcare. Mr Kumaraswamy says that after meeting the doctor he was hopeful and confident that he can fight back stronger.

Dr Sivaram Ganesamoni shares that bringing a smile on someone’s face is the most rewarding experience, and after seeing Mr Kumaraswamy get better, he is the most happiest person. He shares that, as a surgical oncologist, he always strives to help the patients fight cancer rather than seeing it as a death sentence. At MGM Healthcare are equipped with the best infrastructure and technology for cancer care and experienced doctors to help the patients. We aspire to keep doing more, better.

It’s important to understand that most breast lumps are benign and not cancer. Non-cancer breast tumours are abnormal growths, but they do not spread outside of the breast. They are not life threatening, but some types of benign breast lumps can increase a woman’s risk of getting breast cancer.

Mrs Rajni, a breast cancer champion, has narrated her journey of recovery. After being diagnosed with a lump in her right breast, she immediately consulted Dr Veda Padma Priya, Senior Consultant, Breast Oncology & Oncoplasty at MGM Healthcare, Chennai for the treatment plan. Under her supervision, she underwent treatment and now she’s in best of her health.

Head and neck cancers account for nearly 16% of all cancers in the population. These cancers are more than twice as common among men as they are among women. Head and neck cancers are also diagnosed more often among people over age 50 than they are among younger people.

Head and neck cancer refers to several types of cancers that affect your mouth, throat or other parts of your head and neck.

In this informative video, Dr Anbarasi Kumaresan, Consultant Radiation Oncologist, MGM Cancer Institute explains the treatment available for head & neck cancer, including how to preserve the functionality of the organs affected.