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Dr. Sujaya Rajasekhar

, United Arab Emirates, Dubai

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 28 years experience

English Malayalam
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Sujaya Rajasekhar, Masters in General Surgery (MS) – Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has 28 years of professional experience. Sujaya Rajasekhar areas of expertise include Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases, Chronic Pancreatitis, Colorectal or Colon Cancer, Pancreatic or Duodenal Trauma.

Work Experiences

  • Specialist General Surgeon, Part time – Aster Hospital, Mankhool, Dubai
  • Specialist General Surgeon, Karama Medical Centre, Dubai
  • Part time General Surgeon, Welcare Hospital Dubai
  • General Surgeon, Naif Clinic Dubai
  • Asst. General Surgeon, St Thomas Mission Hospital, Kattanam, Kerala India
  • Resident in General Surgery, Kasturba Medical College Manipal
Dr. Zeynep Gural

, Turkey, Istanbul

Oncologist • 21 years experience

Turkish English
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Zeynep Gural, 2009 Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine Radiation Oncology, is a Radiation Oncologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 21 years of professional experience. Zeynep Gural areas of expertise include Lung Cancer, Head and Neck Cancers, Lung Tumours, Abnormalities in the Brain, Kidney Tumours.

Work Experiences

  • 2014 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2012 - 2014 Bezmialem Foundation University / Lecturer
  • 2010 - 2012 Balikesir State Hospital / Specialist Doctor
  • 2009 - 2009 AMC, Amsterdam- Netherlands / Clinical Observer
Dr. Gokhan Cipe

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 20 years experience

Turkish English
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Gokhan Cipe, SISLI ETFAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL Department of General Surgery Residency Training 1999 - 2004, Istanbul / Turkey, is a Bariatric Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Gokhan Cipe areas of expertise include Morbid Obesity, Crohn's Disease Or Severe Diverticulitis, Colorectal or Colon Cancer, Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection.

Work Experiences

  • MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL General Surgery and Colorectal Surgeon, Professor 2019 - Present, Istanbul /Turkey
  • MEDICANA INTERNATIONAL ISTANBUL HOSPITAL General Surgery and Colorectal Surgery, Associate-Professor 2016 - 2019, Istanbul / Turkey
  • NATIONAL CANCER CENTER Colorectal Surgery Department 2011 - 2011, Tokyo / Japan
  • CLEVELAND CLINIC Colorectal Surgery Department 2011 - 2011, Florida / USA
  • BEZMIALEM VAKIF UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF MEDICINE General Surgeon, Associate Professor 2010 - 2015, Istanbul / Turkey
  • ANKARA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL FACULTY General Surgery 2009 - 2010, Ankara / Turkey

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Dr. Peter Barrett Lee

, United Kingdom, Wales

Radiation oncologist • 35 years experience

English
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Peter Barrett Lee, Doctorate of Medicine, is a Medical Oncologist based in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has 35 years of professional experience. Peter Barrett Lee areas of expertise include Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma), Ovarian Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Oligodendrogliomas, Colorectal or Colon Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Professor Peter Barrett Lee was Medical Registrar at Mayday Hospital, Croydon and gained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in 1985. He gained his Doctorate of Medicine Thesis in the laboratory of the Medical Breast unit at St Georges Hospital, London under the supervision of Professor R Charles Coombes. He then worked at the Meyerstein Institute of Clinical Oncology at UCL Hospitals London on several clinical trials of new hormones and chemotherapy that have now become standard treatments
Dr. Fuat Demirkiran

, Turkey, Istanbul

Surgical Oncologist • 42 years experience

Turkish English
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Fuat Demirkiran, 2011 Gynecologic Oncology Surgery at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 42 years of professional experience. Fuat Demirkiran areas of expertise include Oligodendrogliomas, Meningiomas, Lung Cancer, Colorectal or Colon Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • 2002 - Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 1999 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1995 - 1995 University of Los Angels California Clinical Trials in Gynecological Oncology
  • 1993 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1992 - 1993 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1990 - 1991 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
  • 1984 - 1985 Temperate Central Health Center
  • 1982 - 1982 Erzincan State Hospital Surgical Clinic
Dr. Su Ssan Kim

, South Korea, Seoul

Oncologist • 15 years experience

Korean English
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Su Ssan Kim, Doctor of Medicine : University of Ulsan, is a Radiation Oncologist based in Seoul, South Korea. The doctor has 15 years of professional experience. Su Ssan Kim areas of expertise include Vascular Malformations, Kidney Tumours, Cancers near the Brain and Spinal Cord, Gastrointestinal Cancers, Tumors.

Work Experiences

  • Assist Professor in Radiation Oncology, UUCM AMC
  • Clinical Instructor in Radiation Oncology, UUCM AMC
  • Clinical Instructor in Radiation Oncology, Hallym University medical center
  • Residency in Radiation Oncology, UUCM AMC
  • Internship in Seoul National University Hospital
Dr. Bart Kurec

, United Kingdom, Wales

Oncologist • 18 years experience

English
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Bart Kurec, Dr Bart Kurec graduated in 2006 from Medical University of Silesia, School of Medicine in Katowice, Poland. He completed his specialist training in radiation oncology in 2014 and subsequently moved to England and joined team at Worcester Oncology Centre., is a Radiation Oncologist based in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has 18 years of professional experience. Bart Kurec areas of expertise include Cervical Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Kidney Tumours, Tumors, Gastrointestinal Cancers.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Rutherford Cancer Center , South Wales
Dr. Kein Yim

, United Kingdom, Wales

Surgical Oncologist • 13 years experience

English
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Kein Yim, MBChB 1996 UK, is a Surgical Oncologist based in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has 13 years of professional experience. Kein Yim areas of expertise include Prostate Cancer, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors, Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Breast Cancer, Ependymomas.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Rutherford cancer center, South Wales
Dr. John Staffurth

, United Kingdom, Wales

Oncologist • 24 years experience

English
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John Staffurth, His clinical base is at Velindre Cancer Centre and the University Hospital of Wales and his academic base is at Cardiff University where he is Reader in Oncology in Professor Malcolm Mason’s research group., is a Radiation Oncologist based in London, United Kingdom. The doctor has 24 years of professional experience. John Staffurth areas of expertise include Tumors, Thyroid Cancer, Vascular Malformations, Functional Abnormalities and Small Tumors of the Brain, Rectal Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • He moved to the Royal Marsden in 1999 and joined the Academic Urology Unit in 2000 taking an MD in IMRT in Pelvic Malignancies at the Institute of Cancer Research.
Dr. Padungkiat Tangpiroontham

, Thailand, Bangkok

Surgical Oncologist • 17 years experience

Thai English
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Padungkiat Tangpiroontham, Foregut and Thoracic Surgery, Harvard Medical School Brigham and Women s Hospital, United States, 2017, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Bangkok, Thailand. The doctor has 17 years of professional experience. Padungkiat Tangpiroontham areas of expertise include Oral or Mouth Cancer, Ependymomas, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors, Cervical Cancer, Stomach Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Bangkok Dusit Medical Services
Dr. Tayfun Kermenli

, Turkey, Elazig

Surgical Oncologist • 18 years experience

Turkish English
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Tayfun Kermenli, Bachelor's Degree in Medicine - Uludag University, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Elazig, Turkey. The doctor has 18 years of professional experience. Tayfun Kermenli areas of expertise include Mixed Gliomas, Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Cervical Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Thoracic Surgery Specialist (Associate Professor) - Elazig Private Sonomed Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
  • Associate Professor Doctor - Istanbul Aydin University, Istanbul, Turkey
  • Thoracic Surgery Specialist Associate Professor - Medicalpark Elazig Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
  • Thoracic Surgery Specialist Opr. Dr. - Elbistan State Hospital, Elbistan, Turkey
  • Research Assistant Doctor - Uludag University Faculty of Medicine Department of Thoracic Surgery, Bursa, Turkey
  • General Practitioner - Sapanca District Hospital, Sakarya, Sapanca, Turkey
Dr. Nuran Bese

, Turkey, Istanbul

Oncologist • 36 years experience

Turkish English
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Nuran Bese, 2006 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine / Professor, is a Radiation Oncologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 36 years of professional experience. Nuran Bese areas of expertise include Prostate Tumours, Eye Cancer, Kidney Tumours, Vascular Malformations, Brain Tumours.

Work Experiences

  • 2006 Currently Acibadem Health Group
  • 2006 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine / Department of Radiation Oncology / Professor
  • 2006 - 2006 United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency / Department of Radiation Oncology and Radiobiology / Consultant
  • 2000 - 2006 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology / Associate Professor
  • 1995 - 2006 Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine / Department of Radiation Oncology
  • 1989 - 1990 Sisli Social Insurance Institution Hospital / General Practitioner
  • 1989 - 1989 Urfa Social Insurance Institution Hospital / General Practitioner
Dr. Kemal Dolay

, Turkey, Istanbul

Laparoscopic Surgeon • 33 years experience

Turkish English
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Kemal Dolay, Undergraduate, IU Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, 1991, is a General Laparoscopic Surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has 33 years of professional experience. Kemal Dolay areas of expertise include Inguinal Hernia (in Groin), Cholecystitis (Inflammation of the Gall Bladder), Chronic Pancreatitis, Gallstones that are Causing Pain and Infection, Colon Cancer and Bowel Diseases.

Work Experiences

  • Liv Hospital Nation Liver, Pancreatic and Bile Diseases Surgery 2017-
  • Bezmialem Foundation U. Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliyer Surgery 2015-2017
  • Medipol U. Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery 2012-2015
  • Akdeniz U. Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgery 2010-2012
  • Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Hepatopancreatobiliyer Surgery 2008-2009
  • Bakirkoy Training and Research Hospital 2003-2008
  • Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Surgery, Emergency Surgery 2007-2008
  • Haseki Training and Research Hospital 1998-2003
  • Surgical Gastroenterology Endoscopy Unit 1997, Department of General Surgery of Istanbul Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Urfan Ul Haq

, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi

Radiation oncologist • 20 years experience

English Arabic Hindi
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Urfan Ul Haq, MBBS, is a Medical Oncologist based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has 20 years of professional experience. Urfan Ul Haq areas of expertise include Lung Cancer, Mixed Gliomas, Prostate Cancer, Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma, Meningiomas.

Work Experiences

  • Additional Director, Arab Board Residency, 3
  • Senior Consultant, Government Hospital
  • Junior Consultant, Government Hospital
Dr. Rohit Nayyar

, India, Delhi

Surgical Oncologist • 31 years experience

Hindi English
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Rohit Nayyar, MCh, is a Surgical Oncologist based in Delhi, India. The doctor has 31 years of professional experience. Rohit Nayyar areas of expertise include Mixed Gliomas, Ependymomas, Prostate Cancer, Meningiomas, Skin Cancer.

Work Experiences

  • Sr. consultant surgical oncologist - Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals New DELHI
  • Director oncology - Asian cancer center, asian institute of medical sciences, faridabad, haryana
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is a Cancer Specialist?

An oncologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer. If you have cancer, a cancer specialist will design a treatment plan based on pathology reports that say what type of cancer you have, up to what extent it has developed, how quickly it is likely to spread, and what body parts are affected.

As most cancers are treated through a combination of therapies, you could see several different kinds of cancer specialists during the course of your treatment. The types of cancer specialists include:

Medical oncologists: Medical oncologists treat cancer using hormonal therapies, chemotherapy, biological therapies, and other targeted treatments. People often consider a medical oncologist as their primary cancer doctor.

Radiation oncologists: Radiation oncologists use high-energy photon beams to destroy cancer cells.

Surgical oncologists: A surgical oncologist may be the first doctor you may see if your primary care physician thinks that you have cancer. Surgical oncologists often perform a biopsy, which involves the removal of a small section of tissues to check for cancer cells.

Pediatric oncologists: A pediatric oncologist specializes in certain types of cancer, and conducts research on childhood cancers.

Gynecologic oncologists: Gynecologic oncologists can treat cancers that affect women, such as cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.

Hematologist-oncologist: Doctors who specialize in treating blood cancers likely lymphoma and leukemia are called hematologists, because they may treat blood disorders that are not cancer, like hemophilia and sickle cell anemia.

What are the qualifications of a Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist must choose a specific discipline to have expertise in a particular type of procedure. The minimum educational qualification for becoming a cancer specialist is a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Degree from an accredited university or college.

Students after passing their 12th class in the science stream need to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university. Candidates have to appear in entrance tests for getting admission in the very courses related to oncology.

Then go for an MBBS degree, after which you do a three-year:

a) M.S., followed by a three-year M.Ch. Program

b) M.D. (Medicine/ Paediatrics), topped up with a DM (Medical Oncology) qualification

c) M.D. in Radiotherapy. If you can’t do M.S. or M.D., opt for a DNB

A Master’s degree is given more credit in offering jobs or becoming a specialist in Oncology. After passing their graduation candidates can have this post-graduation course from a recognized institute in the country. Here, they are introduced about the details of topics regarding Oncology or other aspects of it which are given below-

Master’s Degree Courses-

M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology)

D.M. (Medical Oncology)

What conditions do Cancer Specialists treat?

Cancer specialistscan treat different types of cancer as given below:

  • Bladder, kidney, and other genitourinary cancers
  • Brain tumors
  • Leukemia and other blood cancers
  • Lung cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Cervical, uterine, ovarian, and other gynecologic cancers
  • Pancreatic, Colorectal, stomach, and other gastrointestinal cancers
  • Thyroid, Oral, esophageal, and other head and neck cancers
  • Testicular and prostate cancer
  • Skin cancer such as melanoma
What diagnostic tests are required by Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist suggests certain diagnostic test(s) to confirm the presence of cancer. Some common tests for cancer detection are as follows:

  • Biopsy: Tissue sample is studied to diagnose cancer.
  • Breast MRI: Imaging test is used to detect breast tissue.
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: It is a type of imaging test used to detect and learn more about cancer.
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG) and Echocardiogram: Tests to find problems with the valves, heart muscle, or rhythm.
  • Mammogram: A mammogram is an X-ray used to detect cancer in breast tissue.
  • Ultrasound: An ultrasound is used to locate tumors by revealing their exact location in the body.
  • Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography (PET-CT) Scans: It is also known as a PET scan, which is a type of diagnostic test used in cancer treatment.
  • Colonoscopy: A colonoscopy is a way to can see the entire large intestine.
  • Bone Scan: It is a test that can help a cancer specialist diagnose problems with your bones.
When should you visit a Cancer Specialist?

Cancer can affect different tissues in the body, producing various signs and symptoms, such as fatigue, weight loss, a persistent cough, and skin changes. Anyone who experiences continuous or worrisome symptoms should consult a cancer specialist immediately. You should visit a cancer specialist if you experience any of the below symptoms:

  • Breast changes: Breast cancer often results in visible changes in the breast tissue.
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods: Irregular vaginal bleeding might signal endometrial or cervical cancers
  • Testicular lumps: A hard, painless lump inside the testicle may indicate testicular cancer.
  • Bowel changes: A persistent change in bowel habits may signal cancers of the rectum or colon, which are collectively referred to as colorectal cancers.
  • Rectal bleeding: Colorectal cancers can lead to bleeding in the digestive system. Stools could contain visible blood or look darker than usual.
  • Urinary changes: Any change in urinary habits is a symptom of both bladder and prostate cancers.
  • Skin cancer: Skin cancer can appear on any part of the skin. However, it mostly appears in areas that have exposure to the sun, like the face, arms, neck, and hands.
  • Lung cancer: Lung cancer may not always produce visible symptoms in its early stages. If symptoms appear, people may mistake them for cold or acute respiratory infections.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Cancer Specialist?

When a patient visits a clinic for the first consultation, the cancer specialist will do a thorough examination. Then, the oncologist will ask some questions and review the patient’s detailed health history. This will include an assessment of the tests and scans the patient might have had beforehand. The cancer specialist can then develop a treatment strategy that suits the patient.

At the first appointment, the cancer specialist will talk to the patient about treatment options. The oncologist will tell which ones are available at present, what the side effects may be, and how effective they are. Then the specialist will recommend a course and then suggest when the treatments should start.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Cancer Specialist?
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Radiofrequency ablation

FAQs related to

Who is a Cancer Specialist?

An oncologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer. If you have cancer, a cancer specialist will design a treatment plan based on pathology reports that say what type of cancer you have, up to what extent it has developed, how quickly it is likely to spread, and what body parts are affected.

As most cancers are treated through a combination of therapies, you could see several different kinds of cancer specialists during the course of your treatment. The types of cancer specialists include:

Medical oncologists: Medical oncologists treat cancer using hormonal therapies, chemotherapy, biological therapies, and other targeted treatments. People often consider a medical oncologist as their primary cancer doctor.

Radiation oncologists: Radiation oncologists use high-energy photon beams to destroy cancer cells.

Surgical oncologists: A surgical oncologist may be the first doctor you may see if your primary care physician thinks that you have cancer. Surgical oncologists often perform a biopsy, which involves the removal of a small section of tissues to check for cancer cells.

Pediatric oncologists: A pediatric oncologist specializes in certain types of cancer, and conducts research on childhood cancers.

Gynecologic oncologists: Gynecologic oncologists can treat cancers that affect women, such as cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.

Hematologist-oncologist: Doctors who specialize in treating blood cancers likely lymphoma and leukemia are called hematologists, because they may treat blood disorders that are not cancer, like hemophilia and sickle cell anemia.

What are the qualifications of a Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist must choose a specific discipline to have expertise in a particular type of procedure. The minimum educational qualification for becoming a cancer specialist is a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Degree from an accredited university or college.

Students after passing their 12th class in the science stream need to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university. Candidates have to appear in entrance tests for getting admission in the very courses related to oncology.

Then go for an MBBS degree, after which you do a three-year:

a) M.S., followed by a three-year M.Ch. Program

b) M.D. (Medicine/ Paediatrics), topped up with a DM (Medical Oncology) qualification

c) M.D. in Radiotherapy. If you can’t do M.S. or M.D., opt for a DNB

A Master’s degree is given more credit in offering jobs or becoming a specialist in Oncology. After passing their graduation candidates can have this post-graduation course from a recognized institute in the country. Here, they are introduced about the details of topics regarding Oncology or other aspects of it which are given below-

Master’s Degree Courses-

M.Ch. (Surgical Oncology)

D.M. (Medical Oncology)

What conditions do Cancer Specialists treat?

Cancer specialistscan treat different types of cancer as given below:

  • Bladder, kidney, and other genitourinary cancers
  • Brain tumors
  • Leukemia and other blood cancers
  • Lung cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Cervical, uterine, ovarian, and other gynecologic cancers
  • Pancreatic, Colorectal, stomach, and other gastrointestinal cancers
  • Thyroid, Oral, esophageal, and other head and neck cancers
  • Testicular and prostate cancer
  • Skin cancer such as melanoma
What diagnostic tests are required by Cancer Specialist?

A cancer specialist suggests certain diagnostic test(s) to confirm the presence of cancer. Some common tests for cancer detection are as follows:

  • Biopsy: Tissue sample is studied to diagnose cancer.
  • Breast MRI: Imaging test is used to detect breast tissue.
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Scan: It is a type of imaging test used to detect and learn more about cancer.
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG) and Echocardiogram: Tests to find problems with the valves, heart muscle, or rhythm.
  • Mammogram: A mammogram is an X-ray used to detect cancer in breast tissue.
  • Ultrasound: An ultrasound is used to locate tumors by revealing their exact location in the body.
  • Positron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography (PET-CT) Scans: It is also known as a PET scan, which is a type of diagnostic test used in cancer treatment.
  • Colonoscopy: A colonoscopy is a way to can see the entire large intestine.
  • Bone Scan: It is a test that can help a cancer specialist diagnose problems with your bones.
When should you visit a Cancer Specialist?

Cancer can affect different tissues in the body, producing various signs and symptoms, such as fatigue, weight loss, a persistent cough, and skin changes. Anyone who experiences continuous or worrisome symptoms should consult a cancer specialist immediately. You should visit a cancer specialist if you experience any of the below symptoms:

  • Breast changes: Breast cancer often results in visible changes in the breast tissue.
  • Vaginal bleeding between periods: Irregular vaginal bleeding might signal endometrial or cervical cancers
  • Testicular lumps: A hard, painless lump inside the testicle may indicate testicular cancer.
  • Bowel changes: A persistent change in bowel habits may signal cancers of the rectum or colon, which are collectively referred to as colorectal cancers.
  • Rectal bleeding: Colorectal cancers can lead to bleeding in the digestive system. Stools could contain visible blood or look darker than usual.
  • Urinary changes: Any change in urinary habits is a symptom of both bladder and prostate cancers.
  • Skin cancer: Skin cancer can appear on any part of the skin. However, it mostly appears in areas that have exposure to the sun, like the face, arms, neck, and hands.
  • Lung cancer: Lung cancer may not always produce visible symptoms in its early stages. If symptoms appear, people may mistake them for cold or acute respiratory infections.
What can you expect from your first visit with a Cancer Specialist?

When a patient visits a clinic for the first consultation, the cancer specialist will do a thorough examination. Then, the oncologist will ask some questions and review the patient’s detailed health history. This will include an assessment of the tests and scans the patient might have had beforehand. The cancer specialist can then develop a treatment strategy that suits the patient.

At the first appointment, the cancer specialist will talk to the patient about treatment options. The oncologist will tell which ones are available at present, what the side effects may be, and how effective they are. Then the specialist will recommend a course and then suggest when the treatments should start.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Cancer Specialist?
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Radiofrequency ablation

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About Cancer Specialists

Cancer specialists, also called oncologists, are doctors specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer. There are different types of cancer specialists based on the specific area or region they specialize in. For example, a cancer specialist who diagnoses treats and prevents the disorders of the blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes are Hematologists. A cancer specialist works in coordination with various healthcare experts for special cancer care.

If cancer is detected in a patient with symptoms of cancer, oncologist designs a treatment plan for you based on his evaluation with the details of the type of cancer you have, what is the stage of the cancer, how fast it is likely to grow and what parts of your body are or likely to get affected.

A cancer specialist manages a patient’s care throughout the course of the treatment starting with the diagnosis, including:

  • Explaining the cancer diagnosis and stage
  • Discussing all the treatment options and his or her preferred choice
  • Helping a patient manage the symptoms and side effects of cancer and cancer treatment

Procedures Performed by Cancer Specialists

  • Cancer Surgery
  • Stem Cell Transplant
  • Chemotherapy (External Beam Radiation or Brachytherapy)
  • Bone marrow transplant
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Targeted drug therapy
  • Cryoablation
  • Radiofrequency ablation
  • Clinical trials
  • Precision Medication

Top Cancer Specialists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Valerijus OstapenkoKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Dinesh PendharkarSarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, Faridabad
Dr. Kaan OysulMedicana Camlica Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Emel Ceylan GunayLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Vedant KabraManipal Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi
Dr. Meltem Topalgokceli SelamLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Ertugrul GaziogluLiv Hospital Ulus, Istanbul
Dr. Rimantas BausysKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with Cancer Specialist

Cancer is a complex condition that puts sufferers in a panicked state. Cancer patients are at a higher risk of infection than the average healthy person due to a weakened immune system that controls their body's defensive mechanism. Early identification, screening, and diagnosis are critical in cancer care. Virtual consultations have been a boon for cancer patients in these continuous epidemic scenarios and in this tech-advanced world. Patients can receive complete assessment and care regardless of their location by requesting an online consultation with an oncology specialist. At MediGence (Telemedicine service), we can help you by providing expert cancer consultation from highly experienced and board-certified cancer specialists in 20+ countries. Following are some more reasons to avail an online consultation with a cancer specialist-

  • The doctor extensively checks the patient's condition and the medical reports are shared online in a video calling consultation, just as they do in face-to-face consultations.
  • Online healthcare is affordable and saves a lot of time.
  • Patients can get qualitative & prompt medical attention, consultation, and second opinions at a single stop
  • It can reduce the distress of cancer patients regarding their course of treatment, complications, medications, follow-up consultations, etc.
  • Onco's virtual care management approach ensures that cancer patients and caregivers receive the best possible guidance and treatment from specialists.
  • It will make you confident about the cancer treatment, with expert validation
  • You won't have to answer the same questions over and over; your medical history will be saved online and may be accessed at any time.
  • Different doctors may recommend varied treatment options. An online cancer consultation before the treatment could assess your condition better, and can give you the hope and assurance that you need in choosing a safe and reliable treatment option that you deserve.
  • You will be offered a better treatment plan that has the potential to prevent a misdiagnosis. And, perhaps even save a life.
  • You can explore various types of treatments, from the available options such as Surgery, Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, & Hormone therapy
  • You can plan your treatment, travel date, visa application, and further treatment procedures, accordingly
  • Consulting with a doctor online can reduce the chances of catching any new infectious illness
  • Online consultation with a cross-border expert oncologist or cancer specialist via Telemedicine can cost you between 123 USD- 456 USD

About Cancer Specialist

Types of cancer specialists

There are three main types of cancer specialists depending on the nature of cancer treatment, including medicine, radiation, and surgery. Each treatment is handled by different specialists. A person might not need all the three types of treatments. It actually depends on the type of cancer as well as the stage of the cancer.

The three types of cancer specialists are:

  • Radiation oncologist
  • Surgical oncologist
  • Medical Oncologist

About Radiation Oncologist

A radiation oncologist is a physician who specializes in the controlled use of ionizing radiation for the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncology is a branch of oncology, which is often used in combination with the other two branches of medical oncology and surgical oncology to treat a cancer patient.

A radiation oncologist works alongside medical oncologist, surgical oncologist, radiologists, interventional radiologists, internal medicine specialists as well as physicists who form a part of multidisciplinary cancer team at the hospital. The team, based on the patient’s clinical status, develops a comprehensive treatment plan. A radiation oncologist determines the dosage and delivery method of radiation therapy to be given to the patient as per the current clinical status and medical history.

Procedures Performed by Radiation Oncologist

Based on the area of specialization, a radiation oncologist offers procedure not limited to the following:

  • Brachytherapy
  • Internal modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery
  • Stereotactic body radiotherapy (Cyberknife, Gammaknife, X-knife)
  • Proton therapy
  • Radiation therapy
  • 3D conformal radiation
  • Adaptive radiation therapy (ART)
  • Proton therapy
  • Radioactive iodine therapy
  • Radionucleotide therapy

About Surgical Oncologist

A surgical oncologist is a surgeon specialized in treating cancer that requires surgery to remove tumors and other cancerous tissues. He performs surgeries for removing tumor or cancerous tissues and also the nearby susceptible tissues. Surgical oncologists also perform certain types of biopsies to help in the diagnosis of cancer. They work in coordination with other doctors, specialists and clinicians to help in reducing the pain, side effects, clinicians and speed up the recovery after the surgery.

A surgical oncologist is usually the first specialist doctor you will see if your primary care physician suspects that you have cancer. Surgical oncologist then performs biopsies by taking a small portion of the tissues so that it can be checked for the presence of cancer.

If the presence of cancerous cells gets confirmed, the surgical oncologist will perform surgery to remove the tumor or cancerous cells and the surrounding tissues. The surgeon will also help you prepare for and recover from any surgical procedure that you have to undergo during your cancer treatment.

Most of the patients have cancer surgery combined with other treatments like chemotherapy, radiation therapy or hormone therapy. Sometimes, non-surgical treatments (also known as neoadjuvant therapy) or post-surgery treatments (also known as adjuvant therapy) help in the prevention of cancer growth, metastasis or cancer recurrence.

Procedures Performed by Surgical Oncologist

  • Laparoscopy
  • Robotic surgery
  • Appendectomy
  • Bowel resection
  • ERBEJET2
  • Flex Robotic System
  • HIPEC Treatment
  • Vascularized lymph node transfer surgery
  • Lymphaticovenular bypass surgery
  • Pneumonectomy
  • Robotic surgery (da Vinci Surgical System)
  • Thoracotomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP)
  • Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)

About Medical Oncologist

A medical oncologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients who have cancer of any tissue or organ. He provides treatment of cancer using systematic therapies- like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy- and biological agents.

A medical oncologist usually works in conjunction with other multi-disciplinary cancer specialists, for instance, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists or interventional radiologists, to give the best treatment outcomes. Your medical oncologist takes care of your chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy.

Medical Oncologists are the specialist that you are going to visit most often and for the longest period of time in the duration of your cancer treatment. This is because your oncologist is the specialist who will modulate your general care and coordinate your course of treatment with other specialists as well.

Procedures Performed by Medical Oncologist

A medical oncologist performs the below, but not limited to, procedures:

  • Blood tests – to look for the markers of cancer
  • Imaging tests
  • Bone marrow aspirate or biopsy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Immunotherapy

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Type of Cancer Specialist available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • Surgical Oncologist
  • Medical Oncologist
  • Radiation Oncologist

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