Dr. Kiran

Dr. Kiran Shankar

MBBS, MS, DNB (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology), MRCS

Consultant in Surgical Oncology with over 15 years of experience at Cauvery Heart & Multi‑Speciality Hospital

Cauvery Heart & Multi Speciality Hospital

Mysore, Karnataka

About Doctor

Consultant in Surgical Oncology with over 15 years of experience at Cauvery Heart & Multi‑Speciality Hospital

Other Information

Provides advanced surgical care for cancer patients; dedicated to personalized care and continuous learning; trusted figure in surgical oncology


Education & Qualifications

MBBS, MS, DNB (General Surgery), MCh (Surgical Oncology), MRCS

Services

Breast Cancer, Chemoport insertion, Thoracic Cancer, Gynaecology Cancer & HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy), Breast Clinic, Neuro Oncology, Uro Oncology, Bone Tumours, Head & Neck Cancer, Thoracic Oncology, Cancer Counselling, Cancer vaccination, Cancer Screening, Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Kiran

01
What is HIPEC, and when is it used?

HIPEC (Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy) is a heated, concentrated chemotherapy solution circulated inside the abdomen during surgery. It is used for certain advanced abdominal cancers (e.g., ovarian, gastric, colorectal) that have spread to the peritoneal lining, to destroy remaining microscopic cancer cells after tumour removal.

02
What is a Chemoport, and why is it needed for cancer patients?

A Chemoport is a small, implantable device placed under the skin (usually chest) and connected to a central vein. It allows repeated administration of chemotherapy, blood transfusions, or blood draws without repeated needle pricks on arm veins, reducing pain and risk of vein damage.

03
Does cancer vaccination mean prevention of cancer?

Some cancer vaccinations (e.g., HPV vaccine) prevent viral infections that can lead to cervical and other cancers. Therapeutic cancer vaccines are also being studied to boost the immune system against existing cancer. Th

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