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SIH Cancer Institute1400 Pin Oak Dr, Carterville, IL 62918 map
Dr. Suven Shankar is a surgical oncologist in Carterville, IL. He specializes in the surgical removal of cancerous tumors and growths.
SIH Cancer Institute
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Suven Shankar is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Address
1400 Pin Oak Dr, Carterville, IL 62918
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Suven Shankar graduated from Other in 2005.
Dr. Shankar has one office in Illinois where he specializes in Surgical Oncology.
Dr. Shankar works with five doctors including Dr. Michael Little and Dr. George Kao.
Specialty
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Surgical Oncology
Surgical oncologists offer surgical treatment for patients suffering from a variety of cancers. The goal of a surgical oncologist is to stop the advancement of the disease through surgical intervention, sending the patient into remission. Dr. Shankar may offer a range of surgical treatment types including preventive surgery, curative surgery, diagnostic surgery, debulking surgery, palliative surgery, restorative surgery, and more. Dr. may offer surgery in conjunction with other treatments like radiation therapy, chemotherapy or hormone therapy.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Other
MD • 2005
Hospital Affiliations
- Southern Illinois Hospital Services
Languages Spoken
- English
Links & Social Media
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