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Surgical Oncology

In some cases, your cancer care team may recommend surgery as part of your treatment plan. Surgeons at UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital are highly experienced in many types of cancer treatment, including surgery, and bring patients the latest in research-backed care.

Leading-edge cancer surgical care

Our surgeons are experienced in removing the smallest or most complex tumors using the latest, sophisticated surgical techniques. 

Because our specialists are involved in medical research and clinical trials, they can offer you new advancements in cancer treatment that aren’t typically available at other nearby centers. Your cancer care team includes doctors from various medical and oncology specialties who work together to personalize your care plan. This multidisciplinary approach combines the expertise and experience of our surgeons to develop the best plan for the best outcome.

Oncology procedures we offer

Your oncology team may recommend one or more surgeries throughout your cancer treatment. Our oncologic surgeons use the most minimally invasive techniques possible to minimize the impact of surgery on your daily life. 

Common reasons for oncology surgery include:

  • Preparation for cancer treatment by placing a port for chemotherapy delivery
  • Cancer prevention by removing precancerous tissue 
  • Rebuilding tissue or restoring function to areas cancer treatment has affected 
  • Reduce discomfort caused by cancers surgeons cannot remove
  • Stage cancer to determine how advanced the cancer is
  • Treat or cure cancer by removing cancerous cells and nearby tissues 

Innovative robotic surgery techniques

Our surgical experts have vast experience with the latest robotic techniques. Using robotic surgery, your surgeon can remove complex cancers and protect surrounding healthy tissue.

The benefits of robotic surgery include: 

  • Quicker recovery
  • Reduced risk of complications
  • Highly precise, targeted treatment
  • Briefer hospital stays
  • Tiny or no incision (cut)

Surgery as part of your cancer treatment plan

Many people with cancer have surgery at some point during their treatment plan. For some with early-stage cancer, surgery may be the only treatment. In other cases, you may have surgery alongside other treatments such as:

Preparing for your oncology surgery

Before having surgery, you’ll have lab tests and imaging tests to help your team ensure it’s safe for you to have surgery and help them plan your procedure. Find resources here to be prepared:

Ongoing care and support

We offer support and services to help patients and caregivers before, during and after treatment. Part of you your comprehensive cancer care plan may include pain management and cancer rehabilitation — to help relieve discomfort, ease side effects and recover. 

Your care team is here for you. Please ask questions whenever you or your family have them. 

Access to clinical trials

Because our specialists are also involved in leading clinical trials, they often can offer patients access to new and emerging treatment options that many cancer centers can’t. Ask your cancer care team if you qualify for any research or clinical trials. Learn about our cancer clinical trials and research.

Schedule a surgical consultation

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