Geoffrey Hanks
Geoffrey Hanks
Geoffrey Hanks (pronunciation: Jef-ree Hanks) is a renowned medical professional, known for his significant contributions to the field of palliative care and oncology.
Etymology
The name Geoffrey is of French and English origin, meaning "peaceful territory" or "foreign peace". Hanks is a patronymic surname of medieval English origin, derived from the given name Hankin.
Career
Geoffrey Hanks has made significant contributions to the field of palliative medicine, particularly in the management of symptoms in patients with advanced cancer. He has authored numerous research papers and books, and his work has greatly influenced the practice of palliative care worldwide.
Related Terms
- Palliative Care: A specialized area of healthcare that focuses on relieving and preventing the suffering of patients.
- Oncology: A branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
- Symptom Management: An aspect of medical care focused on preventing or treating as early as possible the symptoms of a disease, side effects caused by treatment of a disease, and psychological, social, and spiritual problems related to a disease or its treatment.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Geoffrey Hanks
- Wikipedia's article - Geoffrey Hanks
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