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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Jacob George

Medical oncologist provides diagnosis and treatment of most types of cancers and is involved in the development of preventive measures programs. Treatment plans for cancer patients are designed considering the interdisciplinary approach. They work in close cooperation with the departments of surgery, nuclear medicine, radiology, pathology, therapy, and radiation oncology. The conditions that Dr. Jacob George treats are listed below:

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

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Jacob George

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. You must see a medical oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of cancer::

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

Operating Hours of Dr. Jacob George

You can find Doctor Jacob George in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. Although the doctor is mostly available at the given time, call the doctor or his assistant to confirm his availability.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Jacob George

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Jacob George performs are:

  • 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 a procedure that uses medicines to stop or lower the amount of hormones used by cancer cells to grow. Hormone therapy is used for the treatment of breast cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, and womb cancer.

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • MD (Internal Medicine)
  • DM (Medical Oncology)

Past Experiences

  • Professor - Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram
  • Senior Registrar in Nephrology - CMC Hospital, Vellore
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • A Retrospective Study of Imatinib in Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia patients ISO/ISMPO conference October 2004 Pancreaticobiliary cancers presented on 19.05.07 in the GI cancer symposium at Thrissur
  • Paediatric non- Hodgkin lymphoma presented on 07.02.10 in the paediatric Oncology conference Indian association of Paediatrics 7 & Kerala Medical Oncologist Association, Kerala chapter at IMA hall, Kozhikode
  • Chemotherapy in Cervical cancer presented on 14.02.10 International Conference on Women and Child Malignancies, Bhopal

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PROCEDURES

  • Chemotherapy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Jacob George have?
Dr. Jacob George is a specialized Medical Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Goa, India.
Does Dr. Jacob George offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Jacob George have?
Dr. Jacob George is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 16 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Medical Oncologist

What does a medical oncologist do?

A medical oncologist is a specialist who is trained to treat cancer using chemotherapy or other methods like immunotherapy or targeted therapy. The medical oncologist also consults with other doctors from different specialty areas to design the treatment plan. They also remain in touch with cancer patients to manage their symptoms and side effects post-treatment. In cases of incurable cancer, a medical oncologist suggests palliative or hospice care for patients. The primary job of medical oncologists is to manage cancer.

What are the tests required before and during consultation by a medical oncologist?

A medical oncologist would suggest the below tests to be performed to diagnose cancer:

  • Laboratory Tests
  • Physical Exam
  • Cancer Screening
  • Imaging Tests
  • Biopsy

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.

When should you go to see a medical oncologist?

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:

  1. Change in bowel or bladder habits
  2. Indigestion or difficulty swallowing
  3. Change in a wart/mole
  4. Nagging cough
  5. A sore throat
  6. Unusual bleeding or discharge
  7. Lump in the breast or elsewhere