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    There are three main types of oncologists based on treatment approach: medical oncologists treat cancer with medication, radiation oncologists use radiation therapy, and surgical oncologists perform surgery. Oncologists also specialize in certain cancer types or patient groups, such as pediatric oncologists, hematologist-oncologists, and gynecologic oncologists. An oncologist manages a patient's overall cancer care from diagnosis through treatment while working with a multidisciplinary team to develop the treatment plan.

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    There are three main types of oncologists based on treatment approach: medical oncologists treat cancer with medication, radiation oncologists use radiation therapy, and surgical oncologists perform surgery. Oncologists also specialize in certain cancer types or patient groups, such as pediatric oncologists, hematologist-oncologists, and gynecologic oncologists. An oncologist manages a patient's overall cancer care from diagnosis through treatment while working with a multidisciplinary team to develop the treatment plan.

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    There are three main types of oncologists based on treatment approach: medical oncologists treat cancer with medication, radiation oncologists use radiation therapy, and surgical oncologists perform surgery. Oncologists also specialize in certain cancer types or patient groups, such as pediatric oncologists, hematologist-oncologists, and gynecologic oncologists. An oncologist manages a patient's overall cancer care from diagnosis through treatment while working with a multidisciplinary team to develop the treatment plan.

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    Types of Oncologists

    Oncology is the study of cancer. An oncologist is a doctor who treats cancer and provides
    medical care for a person diagnosed with cancer. An oncologist may also be called a cancer
    specialist.

    The field of oncology has 3 major areas based on treatments: medical oncology, radiation
    oncology, and surgical oncology.

    Medical oncologists treat cancer using medication, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy,


    and targeted therapy.

    Radiation oncologists treat cancer using radiation therapy, which is the use of high-energy x-
    rays or other particles to destroy cancer cells.

    Surgical oncologists treat cancer using surgery, including removing the tumor and nearby
    tissue during a operation. This type of surgeon can also perform certain types of biopsies to
    help diagnose cancer.

    There are also medical terms for oncologists who specialize in caring for specific groups of
    patients or groups of cancers. Here are definitions for some common terms.

    Geriatric oncologists work with people with cancer who are age 65 and older. Older adults
    can have additional challenges. Geriatric oncologists specialize in providing the best care for
    older adults.

    Gynecologic oncologists treat cancers in such reproductive organs as the cervix, fallopian
    tubes, ovaries, uterus, vagina, and vulva.

    Hematologist-oncologists treat blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.

    Neuro-oncologists treat cancers of the brain, spine, and nervous system.

    Pediatric oncologists treat cancer in children and teens. Some types of cancer occur most
    often in these younger age groups. When these types of cancer occasionally occur in adults,
    those adult patients may choose to work with a pediatric oncologist.

    Thoracic oncologists treat cancers inside the chest area, including the lungs and esophagus.

    Urologic oncologists treat cancers in the genitourinary system, such as the bladder, kidneys,
    penis, prostate gland, and testicles.
    What is the role of the oncologist?

    An oncologist manages a patient's care throughout the course of the disease. This starts
    with the diagnosis. Their role includes:

    Recommending tests to determine whether a person has cancer

    Explaining a cancer diagnosis, including the type and stage of the cancer

    Talking about all treatment options and your treatment choice

    Delivering quality and compassionate care

    Helping you manage symptoms and side effects of cancer and its treatment
    A person's cancer treatment plan may include more than one type of treatment, such as
    surgery, cancer medications, and/or radiation therapy. That means different types of
    oncologists and other health care providers work together to create a patient's overall
    treatment plan. This is called a multidisciplinary team.

    Cancer care teams often include a variety of other health care professionals, including
    pathologists, radiologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, oncology nurses, social
    workers, pharmacists, and more. Learn about these and other possible members of a
    multidisciplinary team in another article on this website. Doctors from other areas of
    medicine can also be part of this team. For example, a dermatologist, which is a specialist in
    skin problems, may help treat skin cancer.

    What is a tumor board?

    Sometimes, a person's cancer diagnosis is complex. In this case, the patient's oncologist
    may ask a tumor board to review the case. In some cancer centers, a tumor board reviews
    all cancer cases.

    A tumor board is a group of medical experts from all areas of cancer care who work together
    to decide the best treatment plan. The tumor board can include medical oncologists,
    radiation oncologists, and surgical oncologists. Other specialists may be a part of the board
    as well. The members of the tumor board can provide diverse perspectives that can help you
    get the best care possible.

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