What does a medical oncologist do?

A medical oncologist treats cancer using chemotherapy or other medications such as targeted therapy or immunotherapy.

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 medical oncologist ?

Tests like Biopsy, Bone Marrow Aspiration and Biopsy, Bone Scan, Breast MRI, Colonoscopy, Computed Tomography (CT) Scan, Digital Rectal Exam (DRE) etc are performed.

How long does the chemotherapy session lasts?

Chemotherapy session varies in length and frequency, it depends on the individual treatment plan prescribed by the doctor. Some last as long as three or four hours, while others may only take an half-hour.

What is the difference between a surgical oncologist and a medical oncologist?

A medical oncologist treats cancer using chemotherapy or other medications, such as targeted therapy or immunotherapy wheras the surgical oncologist removes the tumor and nearby tissue during surgery.

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Dr. Javier Hornedo Muguiro

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About Dr. Javier Hornedo Muguiro

Dr. Javier Hornedo Muguiro is a renowned Medical Oncologist practicing for more than 36 years.
He holds expertise in treating cancers and tumors.
After graduating in Medicine from the Complutense University of Madrid, he completed his training at Puerta de Hierro Hospital in Madrid followed by a fellowship at Maryland University in Baltimore (United States).
He has written over 60 publications in national and international journals and books.
He has more than 90 collaborations on national and international courses and seminars.

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Quirónsalud Madrid University Hospital Madrid, Spain

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Senior Consultant, Specialist in Medical Oncology at 12 de Octubre Hospital, Madrid
Head of Department, Head of Medical Oncology at Cataluña General Hospital in San Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona
Senior Consultant, Specialist and Tutor of Medical Oncology at 12 de Octubre Hospital
Head of Department, Head of the Breast Unit at MD Anderson Hospital in Madrid
Associate Professor, Medical Oncology at Texas University
, Quirónsalud Madrid University Hospital

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