The department of Breast and Endocrine Surgery

Overview

The Department of Breast and Endocrine Surgery at Believers Hospital is a dedicated centre of excellence offering comprehensive surgical care for disorders of the thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal glands, other endocrine organs and breast related conditions. Our team of highly trained surgeons provides evidence-based, patient-centred treatment using advanced surgical techniques and state-of-the-art facilities.

We work closely with specialists in endocrinology, nuclear medicine, oncology, radiology and  pathology to deliver multidisciplinary care tailored to each patient. We are committed not only to delivering high-quality clinical care but also to promoting patient education and awareness about breast and endocrine health. In addition to clinical services, the department is actively involved in research and academic training, striving to advance surgical techniques, improve outcomes, and contribute to the growing body of knowledge in the field of breast and endocrine surgery. Through a multidisciplinary approach, we aim to offer holistic care that addresses the medical, educational, and emotional needs of every patient.

We place a strong emphasis on breast cancer awareness and early detection, regularly conducting public education programmes, screening camps, and community outreach initiatives to promote timely diagnosis and improve outcomes. Beyond surgical treatment, we are deeply committed to post-surgery rehabilitation and holistic recovery, including physiotherapy, lymphedema prevention, scar care, and psychological support to help patients regain confidence and quality of life.

 

Department Highlights

 

  • High-volume thyroid surgery centre performing  more than 200 thyroidectomies every year, ensuring extensive experience and excellent outcomes

  • Over 100 thyroidectomies done with Intraoperative Nerve Monitoring (IONM) with 0% incidence of recurrent laryngeal nerve injury or postoperative voice change

  • High-volume parathyroid surgery centre, performing more than 20 minimally invasive and complex parathyroidectomies each year, with excellent cure rates

  • High-volume adrenal surgery centre, offering advanced laparoscopic and open adrenalectomy for functional and non-functional adrenal tumours

  • Pioneering use of NIRAF/ICG angiography to assess parathyroid gland vascularity and improve preservation during thyroid and parathyroid surgeries

  • Launch of Project PACE — a hospital-wide initiative for Parathyroid Awareness, Collaboration & Evaluation, improving early detection and coordinated care of parathyroid disorders

  • Comprehensive breast cancer care pathway from early detection and breast-conserving surgery to reconstruction and post-surgery rehabilitation

  • Active engagement in research, academic training, and patient education, contributing to advancements in breast and endocrine surgery

Services

1. Thyroid Surgery

  • Comprehensive evaluation of thyroid disorders in collaboration with Endocrinology, Pathology, and Radiology

  • Surgery for benign thyroid diseases such as multinodular goitre, toxic nodular goitre, and Graves’ disease

  • Surgery for thyroid malignancies, including:

    • Total thyroidectomy, Hemithyroidectomy,Completion Thyroidectomy

    • Central compartment and lateral neck dissections when indicated

  • Completion Thyroidectomy for recurrent goiters

  • Surgery for Retrosternal goiters (Cervical,Sternotomy,Thoracotomy approach)

  • Thyroglossal cyst excision (Sistrunk procedure)

  • USG guided FNAC and core biopsy of thyroid nodules

  • Minimally invasive and day-care thyroid surgery for select patients

  • Use of Intraoperative Nerve Monitoring (IONM) to enhance safety by continuous monitoring of the recurrent laryngeal nerve

  • Preservation of parathyroid function using meticulous dissection techniques and NIRAF+ ICG angiography to assess parathyroid vascularity

  • Comprehensive postoperative care including calcium monitoring and thyroid hormone replacement as needed

  • Long-term follow-up and surveillance of thyroid cancer patients in coordination with Endocrinology and Nuclear medicine

 

2. Parathyroid Surgery

  • Evaluation and localisation of parathyroid lesions using ultrasound, Sestamibi scans and 4D CT in collaboration with radiology and nuclear medicine

  • Focused/Minimally invasive parathyroidectomy (MIP) for solitary adenomas

  • Bilateral neck exploration for multiglandular disease or negative localisation

  • En-bloc resection for Parathyroid Cancer

  • Intraoperative PTH monitoring(IOPTH) to confirm adequacy of resection

  • Use of NIRAF + ICG angiography to identify parathyroid glands intraoperatively

  • Surgery for secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism in renal disease patients (subtotal or total parathyroidectomy with autotransplantation)

  • Reoperative parathyroid surgery for persistent or recurrent disease

  • Comprehensive postoperative care including calcium and vitamin D supplementation protocols

  • Long-term follow-up to monitor for recurrence and ensure sustained cure

  • Part of the hospital-wide Project PACE (Parathyroid Awareness, Collaboration & Evaluation) initiative, aimed at enhancing early detection, multidisciplinary management, and public/clinician awareness of parathyroid disorders

Advanced Surgical Technologies

  • Intraoperative Nerve Monitoring (IONM) : Used during thyroid and parathyroid surgeries to continuously monitor the recurrent laryngeal nerve and enhance safety by reducing the risk of nerve injury.

  • NIRAF + ICG Angiography : Indocyanine green (ICG) angiography with near-infrared autofluorescence (NIRAF) imaging is used to identify and assess the vascularity of parathyroid glands intraoperatively, improving gland preservation and reducing post-operative hypocalcemia.

 

3. Adrenal Surgery

  • Comprehensive evaluation of adrenal disorders in collaboration with endocrinology, including hormonal work-up and imaging (CT/MRI)

  •  Minimally invasive Adrenalectomy (laparoscopic) for benign functional tumours such as:

    • Pheochromocytoma

    • Aldosterone-producing adenoma (Conn’s syndrome)

    • Cortisol-secreting adenoma (Cushing’s syndrome)

  •  Adrenalectomy for non-functional adrenal masses (incidentalomas) based on size and radiological criteria

  • Surgery for malignant adrenal tumours, including adrenocortical carcinoma(ACC) and metastatic deposits

  • Partial (cortical-sparing) adrenalectomy in select cases, especially bilateral disease or hereditary syndromes

  • Management of bilateral adrenal disease, including staged or combined procedures as appropriate

  • Multidisciplinary perioperative care with endocrinology, anaesthesiology, and critical care for optimal outcomes

  • Postoperative hormonal assessment and long-term follow-up to monitor recovery and detect recurrence

 

4. Pancreatic and Other Neuroendocrine Tumours

  • Surgical management of functioning pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (pNETs) such as:Insulinoma,Gastrinoma,VIPoma

  • Surgery for non-functioning pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours based on size, growth, and oncological risk

  • Surgical Management of Abdominal and neck Paragangliomas

  • Comprehensive care of hereditary and syndromic endocrine tumour conditions, including Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) syndromes

  • Long-term multidisciplinary follow-up and surveillance for recurrence or development of additional tumours

 

5. Breast Surgery

  • Diagnosis and treatment planning for breast diseases

  • Surgery for breast cancer

    • Breast conserving surgery (BCS) offered to all eligible patients, using intraoperative ultrasound guidance or hook wire localisation for precise tumour removal and optimal cosmetic outcomes

    • Oncoplastic breast surgery including partial breast reconstruction using Perforator flaps for enhanced cosmetic outcomes

    • Modified Radical Mastectomy(MRM) with simultaneous whole breast reconstruction options in eligible patients

    • Axillary Staging with dual tracer based Sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB)  and Axillary clearance

  • Benign breast disease clinic

 

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