MEDICAL ONCOLOGY CONSULTANCY

Service Description

Medical oncology is a medical specialty that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing cancer. Medical oncologists use a variety of treatments to treat cancer, including: Chemotherapy Uses drugs to kill cancer cells or prevent them from spreading. Chemotherapy can be given orally or intravenously, and is sometimes combined with radiation or surgery. Immunotherapy Uses biologic agents to boost the immune system to fight cancer cells. Immunotherapy can be used alone or in combination with chemotherapy. Targeted therapy Uses drugs to interact with cancer cells by targeting the molecules involved in cancer growth or spread. Targeted therapy can be used alone or in combination with chemotherapy. Hormone therapy Uses drugs or surgery to block or remove hormones that can fuel the growth of certain types of cancer. Hormone therapy is often used in combination with surgery and radiation. T-cell therapy Involves genetically modifying the patient's T cells to target and destroy cancer cells. Medical oncologists are the main point of contact for cancer patients during all stages of treatment. They explain the diagnosis and treatment options, and help patients manage symptoms and side effects. Treatment Types Surgery. Chemotherapy. Radiation Therapy. Targeted Therapy. Immunotherapy. Stem Cell or Bone Marrow Transplant. Hormone Therapy. Types of Oncology Specialists Medical Oncology. Medical oncologists use medication-based treatments, fighting cancer with chemotherapy, cancer immunotherapy and a range of other drugs. ... Radiation Oncology. ... Surgical Oncology. ... Types of Oncology Specialists.