Medical Oncology and Chemotherapy
Medical Oncology is a modality of treatment in cancer care which uses chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy and immunotherapy to treat cancer in an effective manner. Medical Oncology usually works in conjunction with surgical oncology and radiation oncology to give the best clinical outcomes. A medical oncologist is an Expert person who deals in this field.
Cancer care requires a multidisciplinary holistic approach, where treatment is not only limited to surgical, radiation and medical oncology but also mind-body support, psychotherapy and to treat all manifestations of disease. If you are looking for cancer treatment, Health1 Super Speciality Hospitals is one of the best options where you can get multiple facilities under the same roof at a very rock bottom cost.
Medical Oncology deals with :
- Cancer Screening : Breast cancer, Colon cancer, Cervical cancer, Prostate cancer
- The diagnosis of any cancer
- Therapy (e.g. Chemotherapy, Targeted Chemotherapy, Hormonal therapy, Immunotherapy and Monoclonal antibodies)
- Follow-up of cancer patients after successful treatment
- Palliative care of patients with terminal malignancies
- Pain management
Scope Of Services :
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted Chemotherapy
- Hormonal Therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Monoclonal Antibodies Therapy
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a form of drug therapy meant to destroy rapidly growing cancer cells in the body. As cancer cells grow and divide faster than any other cells, Chemotherapy is usually used to treat it. We give Chemotherapy using both conventional and latest protocols that compare with the international standards of care. Chemotherapy is a systemic treatment and works on the entire body.
Health1 Super Speciality Hospitals has a very experienced and expert team of Oncology department which includes Medical Oncologist, Surgical Oncologists, Ortho Onco Surgeons, highly trained and experienced staff who address different kinds of Oncology diseases.
Chemotherapy is often used in combination with other therapies, such as surgery, radiation or hormone therapy. This depends on :
- The stage and type of cancer you have
- Your overall health
- Previous cancer treatments you have undergone
- The location of the cancer cells
- Your personal treatment preferences
Our Healthcare Experts
Specialist Doctor
Qualifications:
M.D. General Medicine, D.N.B. Medical Oncology
Specialization:
Medical Oncologist & Cancer Specialist
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Qualifications:
MBBS,MD,DrNB
Specialization:
Medical Oncologist & Cancer Specialist
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Qualifications:
M.D. General Medicine, D.N.B. Medical Oncology
Specialization:
Expertise in treating Solid Malignancies with Special interest in Head and neck cancer, Breast, lung, colon, Gynaecological and Urological Malignancy Bone and soft tissue cancer, Chemotherapy, Targeted Therapy, Immunotherapy as well as Palliative care
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Qualifications:
MD- Paediatrics, DM-Clinical Hematology
Specialization:
Hematology and Stem cell Transplant Physician
Qualifications:
M.D. General Medicine, D.N.B. Medical Oncology
Specialization:
Medical Oncologist & Cancer Specialist
Location :
Qualifications:
M.D. General Medicine, D.N.B. Medical Oncology
Specialization:
All Types of Solid Cancers, Hemato-oncology
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