Oncologists at Shreya Hospital
A healthcare professional with expertise in identifying and treating cancer is known as an oncologist. Through the course of your disease, oncologists oversee your cancer treatment. They’ll:
- Assist with cancer diagnosis.
- Decide on a course of treatment and go over the advantages and disadvantages of each.
- Monitor your medical care.
- Take charge of your aftercare.
Different types of oncologists
Due to the complexity of the disease, there are various subtypes of oncologists. Some oncologists focus on particular therapies. Other oncologists focus on certain cancer types. Here are some illustrations of the many oncologists:
Operating oncologists. This healthcare expert does the operation to eliminate cancer that hasn’t spread if your biopsy reveals cancer cells. Your tumour and surrounding tissues are taken out. They support you as you get ready for and recover from surgery.
Specialists in oncology. Chemotherapy, hormone therapies, immunotherapy, and other targeted treatments are used to treat cancer by these healthcare professionals. The medical oncologist is frequently considered the patient’s primary cancer physician. The majority of medical oncologists are also haematologists.
Radiologist oncologists. These medical professionals utilise radiation therapy that is customised for your particular malignancy.
Oncologists in gynaecology. These oncologists deal with gynecologic cancers such ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancer.