Fellowship in Surgical Oncology

Designed by: Skillversity
Duration: 12 Months
Mode: Hybrid (Online Learning + Hands-on Surgical Training)
Eligibility: MBBS with MS (General Surgery) / DNB (General Surgery) or equivalent

Program Overview

This one-year fellowship in Surgical Oncology provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on training in cancer surgery. The curriculum focuses on the surgical management of solid tumors, preoperative evaluation, multidisciplinary collaboration, and postoperative care. Fellows will acquire the skills necessary to manage both curative and palliative oncologic surgeries across various organ systems.

Course Curriculum (12 Modules, 12 Months)

Module 1: Basics of Oncology & Surgical Principles

• Introduction to oncology and tumor biology

• Oncologic surgical principles and margins

• Lymphatic mapping and sentinel node biopsy

• Role of neoadjuvant and adjuvant therapy

Module 2: Head and Neck Cancers

• Surgical management of oral cavity, oropharynx, and laryngeal cancers

• Neck dissections and reconstruction techniques

• Thyroid and salivary gland tumors

• Tracheostomy and airway management

Module 3: Breast Cancer Surgery

• Breast-conserving surgery and mastectomy

• Axillary clearance and sentinel lymph node biopsy

• Oncoplastic and reconstructive techniques

• Multidisciplinary approach in breast cancer

Module 4: Thoracic Oncology (Non-cardiac)

• Surgical treatment of lung cancer

• Esophagectomy approaches

• Mediastinal tumor resection

• VATS and minimally invasive thoracic oncology

Module 5: Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology

• Surgical management of esophageal, gastric, and colorectal cancers

• Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgeries: liver and pancreatic tumors

• Sphincter-saving surgery and anastomosis techniques

• Management of peritoneal carcinomatosis

Module 6: Genitourinary and Male Pelvic Tumors

• Nephrectomy, cystectomy, prostatectomy

• Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection

• Penile and testicular tumor surgeries

• Urological reconstruction basics

Module 7: Gynecologic Oncology Surgery

• Radical hysterectomy and oophorectomy

• Staging and debulking surgeries

• Vulvar and vaginal cancer management

• Fertility-sparing oncologic surgeries

Module 8: Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcomas

• Limb-sparing surgery vs amputation

• Retroperitoneal sarcomas

• Reconstruction techniques and prosthetics

• Biopsy principles and margins in sarcoma

Module 9: Pediatric Surgical Oncology

• Surgical management of Wilms tumor, neuroblastoma

• Rhabdomyosarcoma and hepatoblastoma

• Multidisciplinary planning with pediatric oncologists

• Minimizing long-term surgical morbidity

Module 10: Palliative & Emergency Oncology Surgery

• Bowel obstruction, bleeding, and perforation in cancer patients

• Tracheostomy, feeding tubes, and bypass surgeries

• Symptom relief and quality-of-life focused procedures

• Decision-making in terminal cases

Module 11: Advanced & Robotic Oncosurgery

• Laparoscopic techniques in oncologic surgery

• Basics of robotic-assisted surgery in oncology

• Energy devices and stapling systems

• Safety protocols and team dynamics

Module 12: Tumor Boards, Ethics, and Research in Surgical Oncology

• Tumor board participation and collaborative planning

• Ethical considerations in surgical decision-making

• Clinical documentation and outcome audits

• Research methods and case presentations

Clinical Training and Hands-On Exposure

• Rotations in oncology ORs, pre-op and post-op units

• Observation and assistance in major surgical procedures

• Tumor board meetings and surgical audits

• Exposure to robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgeries

Assessment and Certification

• Monthly MCQs and practical assignments

• Surgical skill demonstrations and logbook review

• Final case-based viva and surgical OSCE

• Fellowship Certification in Surgical Oncology by Skillversity

Who Should Enroll

• MS/DNB General Surgery graduates

• Surgeons looking to specialize in cancer surgery

• Practitioners in surgical departments of cancer hospitals