Our Specialities
Dr. Varadharajan V is a surgical oncologist at Iswarya Hospital, Tharamani, Chennai, treating cancers of the breast, gastrointestinal tract, gynaecological system, chest, head and neck, and peritoneal surface. Surgery is planned case by case, using open, laparoscopic or robotic techniques, with every major decision reviewed by a multidisciplinary tumour board. Each speciality below links to a page describing what the treatment involves, who it may suit, and what recovery generally looks like.
His experience includes 5,000+ breast surgeries, 3,500+ minimal access surgeries and 25,000+ lives touched. For patients unsure of the next step, an in-person consultation or a first opinion by video consultation on WhatsApp is available, and patients travelling from other cities can find practical guidance on this site.
Consults in English, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada. Travelling for treatment?
Breast
Breast Cancer Surgeries
Surgical removal of breast tumours with focus on preservation and aesthetics.
Breast Oncoplasty
Combines cancer removal with cosmetic reconstruction for optimal appearance.
Benign Breast Condition Surgery
Treatment of non-cancerous breast conditions using minimally invasive techniques.
GI & Abdominal
GI Oncology
Comprehensive surgical treatment for gastrointestinal cancers and tumors.
HIPEC
Advanced heated chemotherapy delivered directly during abdominal surgery.
Laparoscopic & Robotic GI Surgery
Minimally invasive cancer surgery using advanced robotic technology.
Retroperitoneal Tumor Surgery
Specialized surgery for tumors located in the retroperitoneal space.
Minimal Access Surgery
Less invasive cancer surgery with faster recovery and smaller incisions.
Gynae, Thoracic & Head-Neck
Gynaecological Malignancies
Surgical treatment for cancers of the female reproductive system.
Thoracic Cancer
Comprehensive surgery for lung and chest cavity cancers.
VATS Lobectomy
Minimally invasive lung surgery using video-assisted techniques.
Head and Neck Cancer
Surgical treatment for oral, throat, thyroid, and neck cancers, from early-stage to advanced disease.
Complex Head & Neck Resection
Advanced surgery for head and neck cancers with functional preservation.
How care is planned
Every case is reviewed with a multidisciplinary team, so surgical decisions are coordinated with medical and radiation oncology where they are needed. Where a minimally invasive or robotic approach is appropriate, it is discussed openly alongside the open surgical option, with the choice guided by the stage of disease, prior treatment and overall health.
Consultations are in English, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, so patients and families can discuss their diagnosis in the language they are most comfortable with.
Planning your visit
- Outpatient consultations run Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM · Sunday closed.
- Book by phone on +91 94442 64315, or message on WhatsApp to request an appointment.
- A video consultation on WhatsApp can be arranged if you are travelling from outside Chennai.
- Bring previous biopsy reports, scans and discharge summaries so the consultation is productive.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Varadharajan V, Surgical Oncologist (M.Ch Surgical Oncology), Iswarya Hospital, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Tamil Nadu Medical Council Reg. No. 90663 · Last reviewed: September 2026
Not sure which speciality fits your diagnosis?
Share your reports on WhatsApp or by phone and we will guide you to the right consultation. Bring your biopsy report, scans and any previous discharge summaries so the first visit is as productive as possible. Second opinions on a planned surgery are welcome too.