Fellowship in Breast Oncology
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Overview
This one-year fellowship at Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad, is designed for surgeons seeking expertise in breast cancer care. The program covers clinical evaluation, surgical oncology, reconstructive procedures, systemic therapies, and palliative care, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice. Fellows gain hands-on experience in breast conservation surgery, mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, reconstructive techniques, and oncoplastic procedures. Alongside clinical exposure, trainees participate in academic sessions, tumor boards, journal clubs, and research projects. The fellowship prepares participants to deliver comprehensive breast oncology care while advancing knowledge through research and academic contributions.
This is a one year fellowship program that is available for candidates desiring additional training in Carcinoma of Breast
To provide Surgeons with comprehensive academic, research and clinical training
To have a strong foundation to receive the Post-Doctoral Fellowship Award from the KIMSDU and consequently have a successful career in clinical practice
Fellows advance from fundamentals to expertise—covering breast cancer diagnosis, staging, surgical oncology, oncoplastic techniques, systemic therapies, and palliative care—building strong skills for clinical practice, research, and multidisciplinary cancer management.
Core Curriculum
Syllabus
- Management of early breast cancer and sentinel node biopsy
- Recurrent and metastatic breast cancer
- Evolution of breast cancer management
- Principles of chemotherapy
- Principles of hormonal therapy
Principles of radiation therapy
- Imaging modalities
- Screening- concepts and practice
- Microarrays
- Molecular biology
- Palliation, rehabilitation
- Oncologic emergencies
- Recent advances
- Pathology
- Benign breast diseases
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 2 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- MS/DNB in Surgery, M.Ch Plastic Surgery or equivalent degree, recognized by NMC.
- Duration:
- 1 year
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
