Radiation oncologist ·
Istinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital , Istanbul, Turkey
24 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish , English
Specialises in:
A medical oncologist specializes in the treatment of different types of cancer with the help of chemotherapy and other methods like targeted therapy or immunotherapy. They are considered the primary health care provider for cancer patients. The doctor works with the other medical departments for the best results. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Alper Can treats:
Cancer can cause different symptoms. However, most of these symptoms are often caused by illness, benign tumors, injury, or other problems. If you experience symptoms that do not disappear after some weeks, consult your doctor so that actual problems could be diagnosed and treated as soon as possible. Also, cancer doesn’t cause pain, so see a doctor even if you do not feel pain. If you have any of the below-listed symptoms, your primary care doctor may refer you to a medical oncologist:
You can find Doctor Alper Can in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.
Some of the popular procedures that Dr Alper Can performs are:
In chemotherapy, a medical oncologist uses chemicals to kill cancer cells in the body. Chemotherapy might be given with an aim to treat cancer or to prolong life or reduce symptoms. Hormone therapy is a procedure for cancer treatment that stops or slows the growth of cancer that mostly uses hormones to grow. It is also called hormonal therapy or endocrine therapy.
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A medical oncologist is a doctor who is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer through various techniques like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. They coordinate with other doctors to design a treatment plan that is suitable for you. They help patients manage their cancer symptoms. Medical oncologists coordinate cancer treatment plans and monitor people for possible side effects. In cases of incurable cancer, a medical oncologist suggests palliative or hospice care for patients. They mainly help patients manage cancer.
Medical oncologists perform the below-given tests to confirm cancer:
A biopsy is an effective test to confirm cancer. It involves removal of tissues or a sample of cells from the body so that it could be studied in a laboratory. If you are experiencing some symptoms or if a doctor has found an area of concern, you might undergo a biopsy.
An individual will see a medical oncologist when the primary care doctor suspects that the person has cancer. The primary doctor may use various diagnostic tests to diagnose a patient. If the tests shows signs of cancer, the primary care physician refers the patient to an oncologist. You need to see a medical oncologist if you experience the symptoms listed below:
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During her clinical stint at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital and Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, she gained hands-on experience in the Clinical Pharmacology Department. Combining scientific knowledge with strong medical writing skills, Dr. Shagufta develops evidence-based healthcare content, treatment guides, and patient education resources.
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