Dr. Vigneshwar T
Surgical Oncology

Surgical Oncologist in Kelambakkam, OMR Chennai: advanced cancer surgery

Dr. Vigneshwar T is a consultant surgical oncologist and advanced laparoscopic cancer surgeon. He consults at Unittas Multispeciality Hospital, Kazhipattur, on OMR near Kelambakkam. From the first visit to surgery and recovery, he gives you clear answers, honest options and time for every question.

MBBS · MS (General Surgery) · MCh Surgical Oncology, JIPMER

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Dr. Vigneshwar T, Consultant Surgical Oncologist and cancer surgeon at Unittas Multispeciality Hospital, OMR, Chennai
MCh, JIPMERSurgical Oncology
Dr. Vigneshwar T Consultant, Surgical Oncology
MChSurgical Oncology from JIPMER, one of India's top institutes
8 specialtiesWhole-body cancer surgery, from head & neck to skin
Robotic + LapTrained in advanced minimally invasive surgery
OMR, ChennaiUnittas Multispeciality Hospital, Kazhipattur
About the doctor

Dr. Vigneshwar T, cancer specialist and surgical oncologist in Kelambakkam, Chennai

Dr. Vigneshwar T is a consultant surgical oncologist in Chennai. He practises at the OMR branch of Unittas Multispeciality Hospital in Kazhipattur, near Kelambakkam. The hospital is a short drive from Padur, Navalur, Siruseri and Sholinganallur. After his MBBS and MS in General Surgery, he earned his MCh in Surgical Oncology at JIPMER, Puducherry. JIPMER is one of India's most respected institutes for cancer training.

His practice covers the full range of surgical oncology: head & neck, breast, thoracic, gastrointestinal, liver and pancreas (HPB), gynaecological, urological, sarcoma and skin cancers. He operates with open, laparoscopic and robotic approaches. Reconstructive (flap) surgery is used wherever it protects function and appearance.

A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming. The treatment should not add to it. Dr. Vigneshwar explains the diagnosis in plain language and lays out every option honestly. He operates only when it truly helps. He also works closely with medical and radiation oncologists, so your care plan is complete.

Head & Neck Breast Thoracic GI & HPB Gynae-oncology Uro-oncology Sarcoma & Skin Robotic & Laparoscopic
Specialist expertise

Specialist in surgical, laparoscopic and robotic cancer care

One surgeon trained across the full journey of cancer care: diagnosis, surgery and reconstruction.

Surgical Oncology

MCh-trained cancer surgeon (JIPMER) for solid tumours across the whole body.

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery

Keyhole surgery for cancer and gastro conditions, with smaller cuts and faster recovery.

Robotic Cancer Surgery

Trained in robotic surgery for selected chest, abdominal and pelvic cancers.

Gastro and GI Surgery

Surgery for stomach, bowel, liver, pancreas, gallbladder and hernia problems.

Onco-Reconstruction

Flap and oncoplastic reconstruction that protects how you look and function.

Endoscopy and Diagnostics

Gastroscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy and biopsies for a quick, clear diagnosis.

Areas of expertise

Cancer treatment and surgery on OMR, Chennai: 8 specialties

Open a specialty to see the warning signs that need a check-up, and the procedures Dr. Vigneshwar performs at Unittas Multispeciality Hospital, OMR.

When to see a doctor

  • Non-healing mouth ulcer
  • Tongue growth or white patch
  • Thyroid or neck swelling
  • Persistent hoarse voice
  • Parotid or jaw swelling

Procedures offered

  • Oral cavity & buccal mucosa (cheek) resections
  • Composite resection + modified radical neck dissection
  • Maxillectomy (partial to total) + neck dissection
  • Glossectomy (partial to total) with free-flap reconstruction
  • Selective, modified radical & radical neck dissection
  • Hemi & total thyroidectomy with compartment dissection
  • Total & salvage laryngectomy
  • Parotidectomy & submandibular gland surgery
  • Pedicled PMMC, deltopectoral & forehead flap reconstruction

When to see a doctor

  • A new breast lump
  • Nipple discharge or retraction
  • Persistent breast pain
  • Swelling in the armpit

Procedures offered

  • Modified radical & total mastectomy
  • Breast conservation & oncoplastic breast surgery
  • Sentinel lymph node biopsy using ICG dye
  • Axillary lymph node dissection
  • Type 1 & 2 oncoplasty with local perforator flaps
  • Latissimus dorsi & TDAP flap reconstruction

When to see a doctor

  • Vomiting blood or black stools
  • Blood in stools / anaemia
  • Loss of appetite & weight
  • Abdominal distension
  • Jaundice, liver or pancreas mass

Procedures offered

  • Radical gastrectomy with D2 lymph node dissection
  • Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure)
  • Distal pancreatosplenectomy & RAMPS
  • Right & left hepatectomy (anatomical & non-anatomical)
  • Radical cholecystectomy for gallbladder cancer
  • Radical right & left hemicolectomy (D2 / D3)
  • Anterior, low & ultra-low anterior resection
  • Abdominoperineal resection
  • Bowel resection for neuroendocrine tumours

When to see a doctor

  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Bleeding after menopause
  • Irregular or very heavy periods
  • Uterine or pelvic mass

Procedures offered

  • Staging laparotomy for ovarian cancer
  • Primary, interval & secondary cytoreduction (± HIPEC)
  • Endometrial cancer staging surgery
  • Radical hysterectomy with pelvic node dissection
  • Total pelvic exenteration for recurrent disease
  • Radical vulvectomy with SLNB (ICG)
  • Gracilis / ALT flap reconstruction

When to see a doctor

  • Chronic cough with blood in sputum
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Difficulty or pain on swallowing
  • Smoker with new breathlessness

Procedures offered

  • Lobectomy / pneumonectomy with mediastinal node dissection
  • VATS & robotic lobectomy
  • Thymectomy (myasthenic & non-myasthenic)
  • Mediastinal mass excision (sternotomy / hemi-clamshell)
  • Pericardial resection & patch reconstruction
  • Chest-wall resection with reconstruction
  • Oesophagectomy (McKeown / Ivor Lewis)

When to see a doctor

  • Blood in the urine
  • Kidney or abdominal mass
  • Painless testicular swelling
  • Penile ulcer or scrotal swelling

Procedures offered

  • Radical & laparoscopic partial / total nephrectomy
  • Laparoscopic adrenalectomy
  • Radical cystectomy with ileal conduit
  • Partial / total penectomy with inguinal node dissection
  • High inguinal orchidectomy
  • Retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND)

When to see a doctor

  • A growing painless lump
  • Non-healing or pigmented skin ulcer
  • Persistent deep bone pain
  • Changing mole or lesion

Procedures offered

  • Wide local excision with reconstruction
  • Limb salvage surgery for malignant bone tumours
  • Modular endoprosthesis reconstruction (femur, humerus, tibia)
  • Extracorporeal irradiation (ECRT)
  • Shoulder girdle resection & hemipelvectomy
  • Wide excision for SCC, BCC & melanoma
  • Skin grafting, pedicled & free-flap cover

When to see a doctor

  • Groin or abdominal bulge
  • Heartburn / reflux not settling
  • Recurrent upper-abdominal pain

Procedures offered

  • Laparoscopic hernia repair: inguinal, umbilical, incisional (TAPP / TEP)
  • Complex & recurrent hernia repair
  • Laparoscopic fundoplication for hiatus hernia & reflux
  • Frey's procedure (LPJ) for chronic calcific pancreatitis
  • Upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy & bronchoscopy
  • Chemo port & PICC line insertion for chemotherapy
  • Advanced laparoscopic & robotic surgery
Treatments and services

Oncology treatments offered at Unittas Hospital, OMR

Surgery is the core of Dr. Vigneshwar's practice. Chemotherapy and radiation are planned with the right specialists, so your treatment moves as one clear plan.

Curative cancer surgery

Radical operations that remove the tumour fully, with clear margins and the right lymph nodes.

Laparoscopic and robotic surgery

Minimally invasive options for many abdominal, pelvic and chest cancers.

HIPEC

Heated chemotherapy given inside the abdomen during surgery, for selected ovarian and peritoneal cancers.

Reconstructive and oncoplastic surgery

Flap reconstruction after head and neck, breast, limb and skin cancer operations.

Chemotherapy support

Chemo port and PICC line insertion. Chemotherapy is planned with medical oncologists.

Radiation coordination

Radiation timed before or after surgery, planned with radiation oncologists.

Palliative surgery

Operations that ease pain, bleeding or blockages when a cure is not possible.

Screening and second opinions

Endoscopy, biopsy and honest second opinions on an existing treatment plan.

Conditions we treat

Cancer types treated in Chennai: oral, breast, stomach, lung, ovarian and more

Worried about a symptom, or already diagnosed with one of these conditions? You can consult Dr. Vigneshwar directly at Unittas Multispeciality Hospital, OMR. No referral is needed.

Head & neck

  • Oral (mouth) cancer
  • Tongue cancer
  • Cheek (buccal mucosa) cancer
  • Jaw & hard palate tumours
  • Thyroid cancer & nodules
  • Laryngeal (voice box) cancer
  • Salivary gland tumours
  • Neck lumps & swellings

Breast

  • Breast cancer
  • Breast lumps
  • Nipple discharge
  • Armpit (axillary) swellings

Digestive & liver-pancreas

  • Stomach (gastric) cancer
  • Colon cancer
  • Rectal cancer
  • Liver tumours
  • Gallbladder cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • GI neuroendocrine tumours

Women's cancers

  • Ovarian cancer
  • Uterine (endometrial) cancer
  • Cervical cancer
  • Vulval cancer

Chest

  • Lung cancer
  • Oesophageal (food pipe) cancer
  • Thymoma & mediastinal tumours
  • Chest-wall tumours

Urological & men's cancers

  • Kidney cancer
  • Urinary bladder cancer
  • Adrenal tumours
  • Penile cancer
  • Testicular tumours

Sarcoma & skin

  • Soft-tissue sarcoma
  • Bone tumours
  • Melanoma
  • Squamous & basal cell skin cancer
  • Non-healing ulcers

General & benign

  • Inguinal, umbilical & incisional hernia
  • Hiatus hernia & reflux (GERD)
  • Chronic calcific pancreatitis
  • Screening endoscopy & colonoscopy

Cancer symptoms you should never ignore

Most cancers are far easier to treat when found early. None of these signs means you have cancer. Each one simply deserves a proper check-up instead of months of waiting and worrying.

A lump or swelling that doesn't go away
Unexplained weight loss
Bleeding that isn't normal for you
A mouth ulcer or wound that won't heal
Cough or hoarseness beyond 3 weeks
A change in bowel or bladder habits
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Your first visit

Cancer specialist consultation in Kelambakkam, OMR: what to expect

A little preparation goes a long way. Here is how a first appointment with Dr. Vigneshwar usually works.

1

Book a convenient slot

Call 044 4012 4060 and ask for Dr. Vigneshwar T. The front desk will confirm the day's OP timing at the OMR branch.

2

Bring your reports

Scans (CT, MRI, PET), biopsy reports & slides, blood tests and your medicine list help him give precise answers on day one.

3

An unhurried consultation

Examination, a careful review of your records, and a plain-language explanation of what is going on. Bring your family along. Questions are welcome.

4

A clear plan

You leave with a written plan: surgery, further tests or a referral. Care is coordinated with medical and radiation oncologists where needed.

Cancer specialist near Kelambakkam, Navalur, Sholinganallur & across OMR

The OMR branch of Unittas Multispeciality Hospital is at Kazhipattur on Old Mahabalipuram Road, between Navalur and the Kelambakkam junction. Chettinad Health City and SIPCOT IT Park, Siruseri are minutes away. Patients visit Dr. Vigneshwar from across the OMR corridor and South Chennai, including:

KelambakkamKazhipatturPadur NavalurSiruseri & SIPCOTSholinganallur ThoraipakkamPerumbakkamMedavakkam ThiruporurChengalpattuECR & Mahabalipuram
Frequently asked questions

FAQs: consulting a cancer surgeon in Chennai

Straight answers about consulting a surgical oncologist in Chennai, and what happens next.

What does a surgical oncologist do?

A surgical oncologist is a cancer surgeon with super-speciality (MCh) training. Dr. Vigneshwar confirms and stages the cancer, removes the tumour safely with the right margins and lymph nodes, and rebuilds the area where needed. He also plans chemotherapy or radiation with medical and radiation oncologists.

When should I consult a surgical oncologist?

See a specialist if you notice a new lump or swelling, an ulcer that has not healed in three weeks, unusual bleeding, trouble swallowing, or weight loss you cannot explain. Also consult if a scan or biopsy has raised the chance of cancer. You can meet Dr. Vigneshwar for a second opinion at any stage.

Do I need a referral to see Dr. Vigneshwar?

No referral is needed. Call Unittas Multispeciality Hospital, OMR on 044 4012 4060 and ask for Dr. Vigneshwar T. If another doctor referred you, bring their notes along.

What should I bring to my first consultation?

Bring all your medical records. This includes scan films and reports (CT, MRI, PET), biopsy reports and slides if available, recent blood tests, discharge summaries and your medicine list. Complete records help you get clear answers on the first visit itself.

Is laparoscopic (keyhole) or robotic surgery possible for cancer?

Yes. Many cancers of the abdomen, pelvis and chest can be treated with keyhole or robotic surgery. Patients usually get smaller cuts, less pain and a faster recovery. Dr. Vigneshwar is trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic cancer surgery. He will suggest the approach that is safest for your stage and site of disease.

Does Dr. Vigneshwar treat conditions other than cancer?

Yes. He performs laparoscopic hernia repair (inguinal, umbilical, incisional and hiatus hernia) and anti-reflux surgery (fundoplication). He also does Frey's procedure for chronic pancreatitis, surgery for thyroid swellings, endoscopy, colonoscopy, and chemo port or PICC line insertion.

How do I book an appointment at Unittas Hospital, OMR?

Call 044 4012 4060 and the front desk will confirm the day's OP timing. On mobile, tap the Book an Appointment button at the bottom of this page to dial directly. You can also send the request form and the team will call you back.

Where is the hospital located?

The OMR branch of Unittas Multispeciality Hospital is at 141/1, Kazhipattur Village, OMR Main Road, Kelambakkam, Chennai 603103. It sits on Old Mahabalipuram Road between Navalur and the Kelambakkam junction. Padur, Siruseri SIPCOT and Chettinad Health City are all close by.

Is every breast lump or thyroid nodule cancer?

No. Most breast lumps and thyroid nodules are benign. The only way to be sure is a proper check: an examination, imaging, and a needle biopsy if needed. An early check is quick and painless. It gives you either peace of mind or the best head start on treatment.

Will I also need chemotherapy or radiation after surgery?

It depends on the type and stage of the cancer. Some early cancers are cured by surgery alone. Others need chemotherapy or radiation before or after the operation. Dr. Vigneshwar plans every case with medical and radiation oncologists in a team, so your full treatment plan is decided together.

Book an appointment

Book a cancer specialist appointment in OMR, Chennai

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Unittas Multispeciality Hospital, OMR Branch

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141/1, Kazhipattur Village, OMR Main Road,
Kelambakkam, Chennai - 603103, Tamil Nadu
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