Radiation oncologist ·
Medicana International Samsun Hospital , Samsun, Turkey
31 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Turkish & English
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. Some of the conditions Dr. Idris Yucel treats are:
The earlier doctors detect cancer, the sooner the treatment can start. So it is vital to know the common types of cancer and some of their warning signs. There are more than 90 types of cancer, and some of them are more common than others. This depends on your gender, age, and racial or ethnic group. Some of the symptoms that cancer may cause are:
You can find Doctor Idris Yucel in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You can connect with the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available in the given time due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.
Dr Idris Yucel performs a number of popular procedures listed below:
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. A medical oncologist can also use hormone therapy for cancer treatment. This procedure is often used after surgery to reduce the risk of cancer returning back. In some cases, it is used before surgery. Hormone therapy is also used to treat cancer that has returned after treatment.
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A medical oncologist treats cancer using different methods, such as biological therapies, chemotherapy, hormonal therapies, and other targeted treatments. People often consider medical oncologists as their primary cancer doctor. They also assist their patients to manage side effects, and they help monitor well-being. Very often, patients follow up with medical oncologists post-treatment. If a medical oncologist finds that cancer cannot be treated, they recommend hospice or palliative care for the patients. A medical oncologist is mainly involved to manage cancer.
The tests that help medical oncologists diagnose cancer are listed below:
One of the most common test for cancer, biopsy is a sample of tissues extracted from a body part in order to examine it. A doctor recommends biopsy when a previous test suggests an area of tissues isn't normal.
A person needs to see a medical oncologist when he/she is diagnosed with cancer. Medical oncologist can help understand diagnosis as well as plan cancer treatment. You can also see a medical oncologist for any questions you have. You need to see a medical oncologist if you experience the symptoms listed below:
Dr. Shagufta Parveen is a Clinical researcher and medical writer with expertise in clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutics. She holds a B.Pharm and Doctor of Pharmacy (Post-Baccalaureate) degree from Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad.
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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