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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About Dr. Joseph Dominic

Dr. Joseph Dominic is an established Medical Oncologist, practicing for the past 24 years.
He has gained proficient skills and expertise in his field.
He completed his MBBS from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1998, MD in General Medicine from Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University in 2001, and DM in Oncology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi in 2006.
His areas of expertise are Lung Cancer Treatment, Electrochemotherapy, Human Papilloma Virus - HPV, Chemotherapy and Tumor Resection & Reconstruction, etc.
He is an active member of the Indian Medical Association.