Andrew J. Spillane is a Surgical Oncologist working in North Sydney, NSW. He is based at 40 Rocklands Rd, North Sydney, NSW 2060, Australia. His role is mainly about surgery for cancer and related conditions, along with the care that comes before and after an operation.
In many cases, people see him because they need a planned surgical treatment for cancer. That can include melanoma and breast cancer, but it also covers other cancers and changes that have spread. He looks after patients with things like lung metastases and metastatic brain tumours, where treatment often needs careful planning and a team approach.
Andrew also works with people who have soft tissue sarcoma in adults. These cases can be complex, especially when the goal is to remove the problem while protecting as much normal function as possible. He may also be involved when lymph nodes need treatment, including lymphadenectomy, where surgeons remove affected lymph nodes to help control disease.
For breast cancer, surgery can include mastectomy, depending on the situation. At times, the plan may also involve managing long-term side effects of treatment. He supports patients with lymphoedema, which can happen after lymph node surgery or other cancer treatments. That ongoing care matters because it can affect comfort, movement, and day-to-day life.
There are other conditions he may treat as part of his oncology work too. This includes neuroendocrine tumours and milder but still important issues like Milroy disease. He also supports people living with obesity, where weight and health can play a role in overall treatment and recovery.
Andrew J. Spillane’s approach is practical and steady. Cancer care isn’t just one operation and done—there’s often follow-up, scans, and decisions that need to fit around real life. He focuses on clear explanations and calm coordination, so patients understand what is happening and what to expect next.
Because treatment plans can change, he also keeps an eye on how current care is done, including how surgery is evolving for different types of tumours. For some patients, clinical trials may be relevant depending on the diagnosis and stage, and he can help with discussing options as part of the broader care pathway.
