Farshad Foroudi is an oncologist based in Heidelberg, VIC, at 145 Studley Rd. He works with people who are dealing with cancer, and also helps manage health issues that can come along with it. On some days that might mean calm, steady support and clear next steps. Other times it can involve urgent decisions, especially when symptoms are changing.
His care covers a broad mix of cancers. This includes bladder cancer, muscle invasive bladder cancer, urothelial cancer, and prostate cancer. He also looks after people with cancers such as renal cell carcinoma (RCC), colorectal cancer, lung cancer, and anal cancer. Breast cancer is part of the mix too, and he can also help with situations related to breast infection.
At times, patients need help with problems that link to how cancer affects the body. For example, this can include bone tumours, fractured spine, and lung metastases. There are also cases involving brain tumours, mediastinal tumours, and mesothelioma. Each situation is different, so the approach is usually about working out what is most helpful now, and what will help the most over time.
Farshad Foroudi’s clinical focus also includes treatment planning around surgery and related care. That can include procedures like mastectomy and prostatectomy, as well as support around conditions that follow cancer treatment. In many cases, the goal is to help people feel more in control, and to make sure treatment fits their overall situation, not just the diagnosis.
When it comes to experience, his day-to-day work involves caring for patients across this range of conditions. Over time, that builds a practical understanding of what patients and families tend to ask about most: side effects, timing, follow-up, and what changes to watch for.
There isn’t one single “right” path for everyone. He also keeps up with modern cancer care by staying alert to new options as they develop. If clinical trials are relevant, they can be discussed as part of the wider treatment conversation, based on what fits the person’s needs.
For anyone in the Heidelberg area looking for oncology care, Farshad Foroudi provides a grounded, patient-focused approach. It’s about listening first, then working through the options in a way that makes sense.