Dr. Bala Basak Oven

Conditions treated by Dr. Bala Basak Oven

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. Bala Basak Oven treats:

• Colon Cancer
• Mixed Gliomas
• Meningiomas
• Ovarian Cancer
• Colorectal or Colon Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
• Breast Cancer
• Oral or Mouth Cancer
• Cervical Cancer
• Stomach Cancer
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Metastatic Cancer
• Oligodendrogliomas
• Brain Cancer
• Ependymomas
• Skin Cancer
• Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)
• Rectal Cancer
• Breast and Prostate Cancer
• Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Bala Basak Oven

Different types of cancer produce different signs and symptoms. It is very crucial to detect cancer in the early stages. Early detection of cancer helps in the effective treatment of cancer. Some of the symptoms look like those produced in other health conditions. It is highly suggested to consult an oncologist who will evaluate the symptoms and will suggest tests to detect cancer. With the advancement of medical technology, a number of diagnostic techniques are available which can effectively diagnose cancer. If you have any of the below-listed symptoms, your primary care doctor may refer you to a medical oncologist:

• Difficulty swallowing
• Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
• Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Fatigue
• Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating
• Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats
• Changes in bowel or bladder habits
• Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
• Persistent cough or trouble breathing
• Hoarseness
• Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain

Operating Hours of Dr. Bala Basak Oven

If you want to see Dr Bala Basak Oven, you can visit his clinic or associated hospital between 11 am and 5 pm from Monday to Saturday. Call the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Bala Basak Oven

The list of popular procedures that Dr Bala Basak Oven perform is given below:

• Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a common procedure for the treatment of a certain type of cancer. It involves the use of chemicals to kill growing cancer cells in the body. Chemotherapy medications can be used alone or combined with other drugs to treat a variety of cancers. Hormone therapy is used for the treatment of cancer that uses certain hormones to grow. It is effective in treating prostate and breast cancers. Hormone therapy slows or stops the rapid growth of cancer that uses hormones to grow.

Qualification

• 2000 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of
• Medicine (EN) 2006 - Internal Medicine Haydarpasa
• Numune Training and Research Hospital - PhD/S.Proficiency/ Specialization in Medicine 2011 - Medical Oncology Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital - Subsidiary Specialization

Work Experiences

• 2001 - 2006 - Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine
• 2007 - 2008 - Validebag State Hospital, Department of Internal Medicine
• 2008 - 2011 - Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Training and Research Hospital, Department of Medical Oncology
• 2011 - 2012 - Eskisehir Yunus Emre State Hospital, Department of Medical Oncology
• 2012 - 2018 - Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital, Medical Oncology