Overview

September is observed as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to spreading awareness about prevention, early detection, and treatment of ovarian cancer.

Often called the “silent killer,” ovarian cancer is difficult to detect early because symptoms like bloating, pelvic pain, or appetite changes are easily overlooked. This makes timely medical evaluation crucial.

In this video, Dr. Anjali Patil, Cancer Surgeon at Saifee, Breach Candy, and ACI-Cumbala Hill Hospitals, Mumbai, with 30+ years of experience, explains the rising risk of ovarian cancer in younger women, its symptoms, risk factors, and available treatment options.

She highlights the importance of awareness, early diagnosis, and advanced surgical techniques in improving outcomes.

Speakers

Dr. Bhumika Maikhuri

BDS, MDS

Dr Bhumika Maikhuri is a Consultant Orthodontist at Sanjeevan Hospital, Delhi. She is also working as a Correspondent and a Medical Writer at Medical Dialogues. She completed her BDS from Dr D Y patil dental college and MDS from Kalinga institute of dental sciences. Apart from dentistry, she has a strong research and scientific writing acumen. At Medical Dialogues, She focusses on medical news, dental news, dental FAQ and medical writing etc.

Dr Anjali Patil

Dr. Anjali Patil, a Cancer Surgeon with over 30 years of experience, specializes in gastrointestinal, breast, and gynecological cancers. Trained in advanced laparoscopic, robotic, and HIPEC techniques, she is a global pioneer in minimally invasive oncosurgery and has been invited faculty across Europe, US, and Asia. Formerly Deputy Director of Surgical Oncology at Athens Medical Centre, she now practices at Saifee Hospital, Breach Candy Hospital, and ACI-Cumbala Hill in Mumbai, while also serving as Hon. Asst. Professor of Surgery at Grant Govt. Medical College & Sir J J Hospital.