Surgical Oncology

Mr Smith is embracing cutting-edge digital tools, Heidi AI, Dragon DMO, and Concentric digital consent, to streamline administrative tasks, improve communication, and to ensure a more efficient and personalised experience for his patients.

Find out more in the latest news article - https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/myles-smith-embraces-cutting-edge-ai-to-enhance-patient-care/

October is International Infection Prevention Week, helping to spread awareness of one of the most common surgical complications.

Taking care of your skin after surgery is an important part of healing. However, infections can occur no matter how careful you’ve been.

Some of the main signs to watch out for include:

- Spreading Redness
- Increased Pain
- Unusual Discharge
- Fever or Chills
- Warmth and Swelling

Find out more by reading the latest blog - https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/post-operative-care-after-local-anaesthetic-procedures/

Consultant Surgical Oncologist, Mr Myles Smith, has been recognised as the top-ranking cancer surgeon in the prestigious Spear’s Best Private Doctors and Surgeons Index 2024.

The index, which highlights the top medical professionals serving high-net-worth individuals, is a trusted guide for those seeking the best in private healthcare.

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Myles Smith Listed on Spear's Best Private Doctors and Surgeons Index Mr Myles Smith has been recognised as the top-ranking cancer surgeon in the prestigious Spear's Best Private Doctors and Surgeons Index 2024.

Even if you take the greatest of care in the sun after skin cancer treatment, it is still vital to keep your skin well hydrated and nourished during recovery. We always recommend using medical-grade products that are specially formulated to support your skin’s healing journey.

Mr Smith can now provide a leaflet for skin cancer patients with personally recommended, medical-grade skincare products, tailored to every individual for supporting skin health throughout cancer treatment – all provided through GetHarley, a secure patient portal.

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Sun Care with Skin Cancer Treatment | Surgical Oncology For sun care with skin cancer treatment, Mr Smith can provide patients with personally recommended, medical-grade skincare products.

Mr Myles Smith will be appearing on Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life on Channel 4 tomorrow evening, Tuesday 2nd July, at 9pm.
For more, read below -
https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/watch-mr-myles-smith-and-his-colleagues-at-the-royal-marsden-on-super-surgeons/

This summer, the second series of the critically acclaimed Channel 4 documentary, Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life, returns to Channel 4.

Featuring Mr Myles Smith, and his colleagues at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, the series follows patients and their clinical teams along their cancer journeys.

Filmed over nine months at The Royal Marsden, the series provides exclusive insights into the discussions and decisions involved in preparing for and performing ambitious, world-leading and life-changing surgeries – often in complex and extreme conditions – that aim to ensure the best quality of life possible.

Mr Myles Smith said, “I got involved in Super Surgeons because it is a great opportunity to showcase what we do at The Royal Marsden. I also want to give encouragement to people who have rare and difficult tumours that the capability in this hospital, and in this country, means we can manage these very difficult things and do it successfully.”

You can stream all episodes on Channel 4 from 18 June.

This summer, the second series of the critically acclaimed Channel 4 documentary, Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life, returns to Channel 4.

Featuring Mr Myles Smith, and his colleagues at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, the series follows patients and their clinical teams along their cancer journeys.

Filmed over nine months at The Royal Marsden, the series provides exclusive insights into the discussions and decisions involved in preparing for and performing ambitious, world-leading and life-changing surgeries – often in complex and extreme conditions – that aim to ensure the best quality of life possible.

Mr Myles Smith said, “I got involved in Super Surgeons because it is a great opportunity to showcase what we do at The Royal Marsden. I also want to give encouragement to people who have rare and difficult tumours that the capability in this hospital, and in this country, means we can manage these very difficult things and do it successfully.”

You can stream all episodes on Channel 4 from 18 June.

UV nail lamps that are used to dry gel nails could increase the risk of skin cancer according to a recent study. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, found that the lamps can damage DNA, causing skin cells to mutate and turn cancerous. While the latest news is concerning, long-term studies will need to be carried out to provide conclusive evidence over the safety of these devices....

Nail Lamps Put You at Risk of Skin Cancer | Surgical Oncology Just a 20-minute session with a UV nail lamp causes skin damage. Reduce salon trips and wear a high SPF to lower your risk of skin cancer.

According to findings by Finnish researchers, those who take Vitamin D supplements regularly are at a significantly lower risk of developing skin cancer. While the exact link between melanoma and vitamin D isn’t known, this latest research highlights the potential benefits it has on our health. Here, we look at what the latest study found, and how Vitamin D may reduce the risk of Melanoma....

Taking Vitamin D To Reduce Melanoma Risk | Surgical Oncology Vitamin D can also help repair DNA damage caused by UV radiation and suppress the development of abnormal cells that can lead to cancer.

A new study, funded by Sarcoma UK, has revealed specialist centres are better at treating breast sarcoma patients. Those who were treated in non-specialist sarcoma centres were found to require multiple operations to treat their cancer. Here, we look at the latest research and why specialist centres ultimately provide better outcomes. Specialist centres deliver better outcomes with fewer surgeries Researchers at the University College London Hospital assessed data from 684 patients who had been diagnosed with breast sarcoma…...

Specialist Centres for Breast Sarcoma Patients | Surgical Oncology Research proves it is better to be treated for breast sarcoma in a specialist facility. Call 020 7808 2785 for a consultation with Mr Smith.

Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently had a review published into the oncologic outcomes of surgically managed primary pelvic soft tissue sarcoma; tumour biology or surgical constraints of the true pelvis. This was featured in the European Journal of Surgical Oncology. The review sought to determine if there was a difference between outcomes for surgically managed patients that had localised and extended pelvic…...

Primary Pelvic Soft Tissue Sarcoma - Surgical Oncology Outcomes Mr Myles Smith and colleagues had a review on Primary Pelvic Soft Tissue Sarcoma published in the European Journal of Surgical Oncology.

While most people know the importance of summer sun skin safety measures, they have no idea the dangers they face in winter. Skin cancer is still a very real risk in the colder winter months, especially on sunnier days. If you want to keep yourself safe this winter, follow these crucial winter sun skin safety tips… Don’t forget the sunscreen…...

Winter Sun Skin Safety | Surgical Oncology The sun is harmful even on Winter days, so wear sunscreen and protective clothing to ensure your sun skin safety. Also, keep an eye on moles!

If you have been diagnosed with Melanoma skin cancer, you need to undergo a wide local skin excision. You may be advised to have a Sentinel Node Biopsy at the same time. Non-Melanoma skin cancers will also require a wide local skin excision. This confirms diagnosis, removes the cancerous cells and prevents them from recurring or from turning into something more serious....

What To Expect After a Skin Cancer Diagnosis | Surgical Oncology Mr Myles Smith provides patient information leaflets for Melanoma and non-Melanoma skin cancer, so you can prepare for your surgery.

Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently had a review published into the current management of benign retroperitoneal tumours. This was featured in the European Journal of Surgical Oncology. For the purpose of this review, benign retroperitoneal tumours (BRTs) were defined as, ‘any solid or cystic lesion arising in the retroperitoneal space and with no or remote potential of metastatic spread’....

Benign Retroperitoneal Tumours | Surgical Oncology | Myles Smith Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently had a review published into the current management of benign retroperitoneal tumours.

Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and a panel of experts were involved in a Delphi research exercise to present a practical consensus definition of the term digital surgery. This was recently featured in Nature Partner Journals - Digital Medicine. The study involved 38 international experts, across the fields of surgery, AI, industry, law, ethics and policy. They participated in a four-round Delphi exercise involving questionnaires so each member could comment on different elements of digital surgery based on their personal opinion, experience, or previous research....

Digital Surgery Defined By Delphi Panel | Surgical Oncology A panel of experts including Mr Smith were part of a Delphi research exercise to present a consensus definition of the term digital surgery.

Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently had a study published into the first UK experience of cryoablation in desmoid fibromatosis. This was featured in a July edition of Clinical Radiology. The study involved ten chosen patients and had a particular focus on technique, safety, and efficacy. Desmoid fibromatosis, is a rare type of benign tumor in the connective tissue, usually in the abdomen, arms and legs....

Cryoablation for Desmoid Fibromatosis | Surgical Oncology Mr Smith and colleagues had a study published in Clinical Radiology about the first UK experience of cryoablation in desmoid fibromatosis.

Review into new treatment strategies of desmoid tumors Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently published a new article in the Current Opinion of Oncology Journal entitled ‘Desmoid tumors: who, when and how to treat?’. The article investigated new treatment strategies of these rare tumors. Desmoid tumors, also known as aggressive fibromatosis, are noncancerous growths that occur in the connective tissue....

Desmoid Tumors Study Published | Surgical Oncology Mr Myles Smith and his colleagues were involved in a recently published study investigating new treatment strategies of desmoid tumors.

If you have been diagnosed with Lipoma, and are booked in to have a Lipoma Excision, it is important to have all the information that you need. Mr Smith can now provide a patient information leaflet to help you as you prepare for your surgery. When you attend your first consultation with Mr Smith before your surgery, he can answer any questions you have and will support you with any decisions about your treatment....

What To Expect In Your Lipoma Excision | Surgical Oncology Mr Smith can now provide a patient information leaflet to help you as you prepare for your lipoma excision procedure.

If you have had a local anaesthetic procedure, it is important to know what to expect, how to manage your wound and what skincare routine to follow. Mr Smith can now provide an information leaflet to help you to understand the stages of scar healing after local anaesthetic procedures. This will help you to know what to expect, but also know when to seek medical advice....

Local Anaesthetic Procedures Aftercare | Myles Smith Surgical Oncologist Our patient information leaflet explains the stages of scar healing after local anaesthetic procedures. Get in touch for a copy.

Before you undergo a skin excision, it is important to have all the information you need. Mr Smith can now provide an information leaflet to help you better understand what to expect if you are about to undergo a skin excision. When you attend your first consultation with Mr Smith before your surgery, he can answer any questions you have and will support you with any decisions about your treatment....

https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/skin-excision-patient-info/

Skin Excision Patient Information | Myles Smith | Surgical Oncologist Before you undergo a skin excision, Mr Smith can provide an information leaflet to help you know what to expect. Get in touch with us today.

Mr Myles Smith is committed to supporting patients with their treatment at home, and ensuring convenient, reliable and stress-free delivery of medications. That is why he has teamed up with Pharmacierge, a trusted and efficient prescriptions delivery service. If you need a prescription outside of clinic times, Pharmacierge will hand deliver your prescriptions directly to you, as soon as you need them....

https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/pharmacierge-medications-delivery/

Pharmacierge medications delivery - Surgical Oncology Mr Myles Smith works with prescription delivery service Pharmacierge. They will hand deliver your medications directly to you, without delay.

Sarcoma patients who develop COVID are experiencing a high level of complications. This is according to a presentation hosted at the 2021 annual meeting of the Connective Tissue Oncology Society. Here, we will look at the latest study into COVID and sarcoma, and what it means for patients. What the study revealed about COVID and sarcoma The new study, carried out by the University of Washington, aimed to provide crucial insight into COVID outcomes in patients with sarcoma....

http://surgicaloncology.co.uk/covid-and-sarcoma/

COVID and Sarcoma - Surgical Oncology Sarcoma patients with COVID are experiencing many complications. Here, we will look at the latest study, and what it means for patients.

Melanoma, which is the most serious form of skin cancer, is best treated as early as possible. Caused by the sun’s harmful UV rays, it develops in the pigment-producing cells, Melanocytes. It can quickly grow and spread to other organs in the body, so the sooner you spot it, the more likely you will be able to make a full recovery....

https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/5-tips-for-spotting-melanoma/

5 Tips for Spotting Melanoma - Surgical Oncology If you want to stand the best chance of spotting Melanoma early and getting it treated, here are 5 tips you can follow.

Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently published a new article in the International Journal of Experimental and Clinical Chemotherapy entitled ‘KIT Exon 9-Mutated Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours: Biology and Treatment’. Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours (GISTs) are the commonest sarcoma of the gastrointestinal tract. They usually occur mainly in the stomach and then the small bowel. KIT exon 9-mutant GISTs represent a subtype of GIST distinct from other GISTs, including the more common KIT exon 11-mutant GISTs....

http://surgicaloncology.co.uk/kit-exon-9-mutant-gist-research-published-in-chemotherapy-journal/

KIT Exon 9-Mutant GIST Research Published | Myles Smith Oncologist Research into the biology and behaviour of the KIT exon 9-mutant GIST by Mr Smith and colleagues may lead to better treatment options.

Bowen’s Disease, otherwise known as squamous cell carcinoma in situ, is an early form of skin cancer. Since it is easily treatable, it isn’t considered a serious condition. With that being said, if left untreated, it does have the potential to develop into something more sinister. There are several factors that can contribute to Bowen’s Disease, including long-term sun exposure. Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know about Bowen’s Disease including its causes and treatment options....

https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/can-too-much-sun-lead-to-bowens-disease/

Can Too Much Sun Lead to Bowen’s Disease? - Surgical Oncology Here, you’ll discover everything you need to know about Bowen’s Disease including its causes and treatment options.

Surgical oncologist Mr Myles Smith and colleagues recently published a new study in the Journal of Surgical Oncology entitled ‘Outcome after treatment for sebaceous carcinoma: A multicenter study’. Sebaceous carcinoma (SC) is a rare and aggressive malignant tumour, and there is limited long-term data on the outcomes for patients. This study aimed to assess the outcome of patients treated with resection for SC....

https://surgicaloncology.co.uk/outcome-after-treatment-for-sebaceous-carcinoma-new-study-published/

Outcome After Treatment For Sebaceous Carcinoma | Surgical Oncology Mr Myles Smith and colleagues published a new study in the Journal of Surgical Oncology - Outcome After Treatment for Sebaceous Carcinoma