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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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