Question 1

Who are the top Medical Oncologists in Delhi, India offering online consultation?

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Given below are some of the most sought after Medical Oncologists available for online consultation in Delhi, India:Dr. Amit BhargavaDr. Manoj MiglaniDr. Gaurav BhardwajDr. Richika SahayDr. Vinod Puri

Question 2

Who are the top Medical Oncologists from other cities?

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Following are some of the best Medical Oncologists in other cities:GurgaonDr. Aseem R SrivastavaDr. Rana PatirDr. Ajay Kumar KriplaniDr. Murtaza Ahmed ChistiDr. Vikram SharmaGhaziabadDr. Upwan kumar chauhanDr. Dinesh SinghDr. Vishal AgarwalDr. Ashish SaoDr. Meenu WaliaPanjimDr. Yogeesh KamatDr. P R K PrasadDr. Rohan R DesaiDr. Jagananth KulkarniDr. Rohan BadaveSecunderabadDr. Sandeep AttawarDr. Pranathi GuttaPuneDr. Abhay HuprikarDr. Bhakti DhamangaonkarDr. Manish MachaveDr. Neeraj RayateDr. Asmita Potdar

Question 3

Which are some of the procedures performed by Medical Oncologists in Delhi, India?

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Check out the procedures performed by medical oncologists in Delhi:Brain Cancer TreatmentBreast Cancer TreatmentCAR-TCervical Cancer TreatmentChemotherapyColorectal Cancer ( Colon Cancer ) TreatmentImmunotherapyKidney Cancer TreatmentLarynx Cancer TreatmentLung Cancer TreatmentOral cancer TreatmentOvarian Cancer TreatmentPancreatic Cancer TreatmentProstate Cancer TreatmentSkin Cancer TreatmentStomach Cancer TreatmentTargeted TherapyUterine Cancer Treatment

Question 4

Which are some of the conditions treated by Medical Oncologist in Delhi, India?

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Check out the conditions performed by medical oncologists in Delhi, India:Breast and Prostate CancerColon CancerBrain Cancers- AstrocytomaPancreatic CancerCervical CancerKidney CancerOvarian CancerUterine cancerStomach CancerCertain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)Skin CancerOligodendrogliomasLarynx CancerMetastatic CancerLung CancerLeukemiaBreast CancerEpendymomasPrimitive Neuroectodermal TumorsLymphomaMixed GliomasProstate CancerOral or Mouth CancerMeningiomasColorectal or Colon CancerBrain CancerRectal Cancer

Question 5

Who is a Medical Oncologist?

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A medical oncologist has training in diagnosing and treating cancer using hormonal therapy, chemotherapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy. A medical oncologist often is the key healthcare professional for someone who has cancer. They also give supportive care and might coordinate treatment suggested by other specialists.

A medical oncologist strives to give cancer patients effective treatment results. This medical professional also provides counseling to patients as well as their families. Medical oncologists also participate in clinical research. Working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team is part of a medical oncologist’s job. It involves advising on all the aspects of cancer treatment.

Overseeing and scheduling the treatments are part of a medical oncologist’s role. A medical oncologist can also treat the complications that a patient may face after each treatment session. A medical oncologist also supports and guides the patient even after the cancer treatment is done. They have a caring relationship with patients.

Question 6

What are the qualifications of a Medical Oncologist?

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Oncology is the branch of medical science that deals with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. A person who wants to become a medical oncologist has to first clear a medical entrance test. Then the student needs to complete a five-and-half-year MBBS course. This is the common course for all doctors irrespective of their specialization.

After completing the MBBS course you will have to complete the MD course. After this, the aspiring doctor needs to apply for the OCTT course or Oncology Clinical Trials Training. The total duration of this course is one year. After graduating from medical school, future medical oncologists must complete the residency program, especially, in general surgery or internal medicine followed by a fellowship in their preferred oncology subfield.

Question 7

What conditions do Medical Oncologists treat?

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A medical oncologist uses various methods to treat cancer, such as chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy. Chemotherapy uses powerful chemicals to destroy fast-growing cells in the body. It is generally used to treat cancer, as cancer cells grow and multiply very quickly than normal cells in the body. Hormonal therapy blocks, adds, or removes hormones to either slow or stop the overall growth of cancer cells that require hormones to grow. Biological therapy is used to stimulate or regain the ability of the immune system.

Below are some conditions treated by a medical oncologist:

Leukemia
Lymphoma
Hodgkin's disease
Multiple myeloma, sarcoma
Breast, lung, and ovarian cancers
Prostate cancer
Endometrial cancer
Adrenal cancer
Skin Cancer
Oligodendrogliomas
Larynx Cancer
Metastatic Cancer
Ependymomas
Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
Lymphoma
Mixed Gliomas
Oral or Mouth Cancer
Meningiomas
Brain Cancer
Rectal Cancer

Question 8

What diagnostic tests are required by Medical Oncologist?

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Effective diagnostic tests are used to detect or treat disease, closely monitor the disease process, and evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment. Diagnostic procedures for cancer might include imaging, laboratory tests (such as tests for tumor markers), endoscopic examination, tumor biopsy, genetic testing, or surgery.

A medical oncologist may order the below-listed diagnostic tests to detect cancer:

X-ray
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Computed axial tomography (CAT) scan
Bone scan
Lymphangiogram (LAG)
Mammogram
Reflection imaging
Ultrasound
Biopsy

Question 9

When should you visit a Medical Oncologist?

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You may need to see a medical oncologist after you have been diagnosed with cancer. This is generally the first step of your cancer treatment journey.

The medical oncologist can help you understand your diagnosis the complete timeline of cancer treatment. You would also want to consult a medical oncologist to clarify the questions you might have.

Consult a medical oncologist if you experience the below signs:

Urinary changes
Rectal bleeding
Bowel changes
Testicular changes
Vaginal bleeding between periods
Breast changes
Fatigue or extreme tiredness
Eating problems
Swelling or lumps in the body
Pain that doesn’t go away or gets worse
Skin changes
Persistent cough or hoarseness
Unusual bleeding and bruising
Change in bowel habits
Bladder changes
Fever or nights sweat
Headache
Vision/hearing problems
Mouth changes

Question 10

What can you expect from your first visit with a Medical Oncologist?

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A medical oncologist will assess the patient by observation. The doctor may ask the patient a few questions. They will ask about the patient’s medical as well as family history. Patients can also show a lump and talk about pain. Weight loss is also a common presentation.

The medical oncologist will order a CT scan, X-ray, biopsy, and blood tests. For a biopsy, the oncologist will take a sample of the tumor. A pathologist will then observe the sample tissue. Microscopic and biochemical features will find the type of cancer.

The medical oncologist will discuss other health problems the patient is facing and relay the diagnosis. The oncologist will also discuss the treatment plan.

Question 11

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Medical Oncologist?

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Some common procedures performed by a medical oncologist are:CAR T therapyChemotherapyHormone therapyImmunotherapyTissue biopsyTargeted therapyBone marrow aspirate or biopsy

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