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. Rakesh Chopra

Medical Oncologist

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About Dr. Rakesh Chopra

Currently associated as Head of Medical Oncology with Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon.
Possess vast experience of more than 15 years in the field of Medical Oncology and one of the best medical oncologist at Artemis hospital.
Specializes in Chemotherapy and targeted chemotherapy for treatment of cancer.
Major procedures he work on are Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy,
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine), Gastroenterology Procedures & Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Appointed as Hon. Adjunct Professor, Internal Medicine, and University of Nebraska Medical Center Nebraska’s Health Science Center
Positioned on the Editorial board of the Journal of Clinical Oncology.