What does a radiation oncologist do?

A radiation oncologist evaluates individual patients, determining the best management plan, overseeing treatment and assessing progress. Radiation Oncologists may also order tests and images, prescribe medications, and consult with other doctors involved with cancer treatment.

What are the typical symptoms of cancer?

There may be Change in bowel or bladder habit, sore that does not heal, Unusual bleeding or discharge, Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere, Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing, Obvious change in a wart or mole and hoarseness in voice.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the radiation oncologist?

Chest x-rays and various imaging procedures are required by the radiation oncologist.

Will the radiation hurt?

Most people feel little to no discomfort during treatment but some may experience weakness or nausea.

How long does it take for radiation to remove the tumor?

It depends on the type of tumor, For tumors that divide slowly, the mass may shrink over a long, extended period after radiation stops. The median time for a prostate cancer to shrink is about 18 months.

Dr. Enis Ozyar, Radiation Oncologist in Istanbul, Turkey - Appointment

About Dr. Enis Ozyar

Dr. Enis Ozyar is a prominent Radiation Oncologist with over 30 years of rich experience.
His clinical interests are Brachytherapy, Stereotactic body radiation, Gynaecological malignancies, and Head and Neck tumours.
He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, the European Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, the American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology, the Balkan Union of Oncology, the Turkish Oncology Association, and the Turkish Cancer Research and Control Institution.
Dr. Enis Ozyar gained his MBBS (1985) from Ankara University.
He did his specialization in Radiation Oncology (1993) at Hacettepe University.
Dr. Enis Ozyar is the author of several publications and articles.