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Oncologic Surgery

When surgery is required to prevent, diagnose, stage, or treat cancer, the team of surgeons at West Tennessee Healthcare offers the specialized services you need. Guided by a multidisciplinary approach, we provide personalized surgical oncology care for every patient.

Surgical Oncology

Surgical oncology is a specialized branch of surgery that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer. Our highly skilled and experienced team of surgeons is dedicated to providing the highest qualiity care to patients with cancer using a multidisciplinary approach that seeks to personalize treatment for each patient.

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Advanced Care When Cancer Surgery Is Needed

Each year, millions of people in the United States are diagnosed with cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 2 million people were diagnosed with some form of cancer in 2024 alone. Of that number, more than 60% underwent surgery as part of their treatment plan.

Many different types of cancer can be treated using surgical oncology techniques, either as a standalone treatment to remove cancer or along with other treatment options, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or radiation therapy. Surgery can also be used to diagnose cancer and, in some cases, to prevent it through the removal of precancerous growths.

Our team of surgeons works closely with other members of your care team, including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, and other specialists. This collaborative, multidisciplinary approach helps us provide exceptional care for every patient.

West Tennessee’s First Choice for Surgical Oncology

You don’t want to travel far to get the cancer care you need—and you don’t have to. With Kirkland Cancer Center located right here in our community, you can access the diagnostic tools and advanced treatment options you need, close to home. 

That includes innovative surgical techniques and technology for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. When you chooseWest Tennessee Healthcare for cancer surgery, you benefit from:

  • Comprehensive cancer care services
  • Experienced and compassionate surgical oncologists
  • Personalized treatment plans
  • Preoperative assessment and evaluation, including biopsies
  • Reconstruction and rehabilitation after surgery