City of Hope’s Department of Surgery provides the highest quality surgical care for our patients in an environment where research and compassionate care thrive. The department is at the forefront of surgical advances and specializes in the latest minimally-invasive and laparoscopic procedures, and is a world-leader in robotic-assisted techniques. Guided by our skilled surgeons, these innovative surgical approaches result in more effective and accurate tumor removal, smaller incisions, shorter recovery times and improved overall patient outcomes. In fact, we have performed the most robotic-assisted prostate removal surgeries in the world, a high-precision procedure that can speed recovery, with fewer side effects. Specialized programs focus on treating challenging diseases such as lung and brain cancer.
Learn more about the individual programs within City of Hope’s Department of Surgery by clicking the links below.
Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
City of Hope leads the way in robotic-assisted (da Vinci Surgical Robot) and laparoscopic cancer surgeries. Minimally-invasive surgeries offer tremendous benefits to patients and doctors alike. Learn more about our revolutionary techniques.
Urologic Oncology Surgery including Prostate Cancer Surgery
City of Hope is a recognized leader in robotic-assisted prostate cancer surgery. Learn more about our unique approach here.
General Oncologic Surgery
The Division of General Oncologic Surgery provides surgical management for a wide variety of cancers, coordinating surgical approaches with other team members (oncologists, radiologists, etc.). This division also offers consultations.
Lung and Thoracic Surgery
The Division of Thoracic Surgery at City of Hope provides advanced surgical techniques for aggressive management of thoracic cancers.
Neurosurgery
City of Hope’s Divisions of Neurosurgery and Neuro-oncology are pioneering the use of several novel therapies, which may offer new hope for a cure in many forms of brain cancer.
Orthopaedic Surgery
The Division of Orthopaedic Surgery provides diagnosis and treatment for patients with tumor-related problems of the musculoskeletal system, including bone and soft-tissue sarcomas.
Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
The Division of Gynecologic Oncology Surgery brings together an expert team of surgeons trained in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques including preventative surgery for women at high risk for developing gynecological cancer.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
City of Hope’s Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Division works closely with general surgeons, oncologists, and other team members to ensure an aesthetically pleasing and functional result following many types of cancer surgery.
Surgical Research (Tumor Cell Biology)
City of Hope scientists conduct novel translational research in the areas of tumor biology, cancer prevention and diagnosis, and bioinformatics, eventually leading to more precise case management.