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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr. Jung Won Kwak

A radiation oncologist is a specialist doctor who uses ionizing radiation for the treatment of cancer. A radiation oncologist might also use radiation to cure some benign diseases like benign tumors. These oncologists work closely with other doctors to plan the treatment of cancer patients. Listed below are some of the conditions that radiation oncologist Jung Won Kwak treats:

  • Breast Cancer
  • Head And Neck Cancer
  • Kidney Tumours
  • Lung Cancer
  • Spine Tumours
  • Abnormalities in the Brain
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Tumors
  • Eye Cancer
  • Brain Tumours
  • Functional Abnormalities and Small Tumors of the Brain
  • Lung Tumours
  • Liver Tumours
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Brain Cancer
  • Prostate Tumours
  • Cancers near the Brain and Spinal Cord
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Pancreas Tumours
  • Head and Neck Cancers
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers

Cancer of lung, head & neck, prostate, and breast are effectively treated with radiation therapy. Lung cancer radiation therapy uses powerful X-rays to kill cancer cells or to stop them from growing. Radiation can also be used before lung cancer surgery to reduce the size of the tumor or after surgery to kill the cancer cells in the lungs.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Jung Won Kwak

Some of the common symptoms of cancer are listed below. If you have any of these symptoms, consult an oncologist:

  • Changes in bowel or bladder habits.
  • Cancer
  • Fatigue
  • Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
  • Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
  • Tumor
  • Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin
  • Persistent cough or trouble breathing

Symptoms of cancer depend on the location of the cancer, its size, and the extent it affects adjacent organs and tissues. If a cancer has spread, symptoms might appear in different parts of your body.

Operating hours of Dr. Jung Won Kwak

If you wish to see Dr Jung Won Kwak, you can reach his clinic/hospital between 11 and 5 pm. The doctor does not work on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Jung Won Kwak

Dr Jung Won Kwak performs a number of popular procedures listed below:

  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)
  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)

Proton therapy is a type of radiation therapy that uses high-energy beams to treat cancer. It has been used with X-rays to treat cancer and noncancerous tumors. Proton therapy uses energy from positively charged particles known as protons. This therapy is also effective in treating several kinds of cancer. . CyberKnife is used for non-invasive treatment of cancerous and non-cancerous tumors. It is used to treat various cancers, such as brain, spine, prostate, lung, liver, pancreas, head, neck, and kidney. It is an alternative to surgery for patients having inoperable or surgically complex tumors.

Qualification

  • Doctor of Philosophy : Korea University
  • Master of Science : Korea University
  • Bachelor of Physics : Korea University

Past Experiences

  • Associate Research Engineer, Medical Physics, National Cancer Center
  • Researcher, Research Institute for Natural Sciences, Seoul National University
  • Researcher, Research Institute for Natural Sciences, Korea University
  • Part time teacher, Department of Physics, Korea University
  • Assistant teacher, Department of Physics, Korea University
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Evaluation of delivered dose to a moving target by 4D dose reconstruction in gated volumetric modulated arc therapy
  • Stereotactic body radiation therapy using a respiratory-gated volumetric-modulated arc therapy technique for small hepatocellular carcinoma
  • Dosimetric optimization of a truncated conical-shaped transmission target for electronic brachytherapy X-ray source: A Monte Carlo study
  • Analysis of prostate bed motion using an endorectal balloon and cone beam computed tomography during postprostatectomy radiotherapy.

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PROCEDURES

  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)
  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Jung Won Kwak have?
Dr. Jung Won Kwak is a specialized Radiation Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Seoul, South Korea.
Does Dr. Jung Won Kwak offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Jung Won Kwak have?
Dr. Jung Won Kwak is one of the most sought after specialists in South Korea and has over 20 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Radiation Oncologist

What does a radiation oncologist do?

A radiation oncologist is a doctor who uses radiation for the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncologists may use radiation to treat certain benign diseases like benign (non-cancerous) tumors. Radiation oncologists also work with other physicians like surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, medicine subspecialists, and are a part of the cancer team. Radiation oncologists evaluate the nature of cancer and use a wide spectrum of treatment techniques, such as hyperthermia, external beam radiotherapy, and radioactive implantations. They monitor the overall health of cancer patients and suggest and establish long-term relationships with patients post-treatment.

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

For the evaluation of your condition, you have to get certain tests done which may include the following:

  • Cancer Screening
  • Physical exam
  • Blood Tests
  • Computed tomography (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • X-Ray

A mammogram is an x-ray image of the breast and is used to detect breast cancer in women who show no signs and symptoms of cancer. It is also used if a lump is found in the breast. Mammography includes minimal radiation exposure.

When should you go to see a radiation oncologist?

Radiation oncologists are responsible for treating different types of cancer. If a person has been diagnosed with any of the following conditions, they should see a radiation oncologist:

  1. Liver cancer
  2. Breast cancer
  3. Bone cancer
  4. Lung cancer
  5. Lymphoma
  6. Colon cancer
  7. Brain cancer
  8. Pancreatic cancer

You need to see a radiation oncologist if you have the below-listed symptoms: :

  1. Difficulty swallowing
  2. Skin changes
  3. Oral changes
  4. Breast changes: Lump or firm feeling in the breast
  5. Trouble urinating, blood in the urine, and pain when urinating
  6. Changes in bathroom habits
  7. Bloating
  8. Chronic coughing
  9. Bowel changes: Changes in bowel habits, blood in the stools
  10. Abnormal periods or pelvic pain