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| '''Oncology''' is a specialized field within [[medicine]] focusing on the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of [[tumors]] and cancers. At its core, oncology seeks to understand the aberrant cellular activities that result in [[cancer]], a group of related diseases characterized by uncontrolled cellular division and the invasion of neighboring tissues.
| | [[File:Tumor_Mesothelioma2_legend.jpg|thumb|right|Diagram of a mesothelioma tumor]] |
| | Oncology is the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of [[cancer]]. A medical professional who practices oncology is an [[oncologist]]. The field of oncology has three major areas: medical, surgical, and radiation. |
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| == What is Cancer? == | | === Types of Oncologists === |
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| [[Cancer]] is essentially a condition where the body’s cells start dividing incessantly without any halt, subsequently invading and damaging the surrounding tissues. Different cancers are named based on their origin, i.e., the location in the body where they start. For instance, lung cancers begin in the lungs, and breast cancers originate in the breasts. | | * '''Medical Oncologists''': These specialists treat cancer using [[chemotherapy]], hormonal therapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy. |
| | * '''Surgical Oncologists''': These surgeons specialize in the removal of tumors and cancerous tissues. |
| | * '''Radiation Oncologists''': These doctors use [[radiation therapy]] to treat cancer. |
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| == Common Types of Cancer == | | === Cancer === |
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| Cancer can manifest in any part of the body. Some of the most prevalent cancers in the United States include: | | Cancer is a group of diseases involving abnormal cell growth with the potential to invade or spread to other parts of the body. Not all tumors are cancerous; benign tumors do not spread to other parts of the body. |
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| * [[Lung cancer|Lung]]
| | === Tumors === |
| * [[Prostate cancer|Prostate]]
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| * [[Breast cancer]]
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| == Professionals in Oncology ==
| | A tumor is a mass of tissue that's formed by an accumulation of abnormal cells. Tumors can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Malignant tumors can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body. |
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| Oncologists are the [[physicians]] who have specialized training and experience in diagnosing, treating, and preventing cancer. Depending on their specific focus within oncology, they can be:
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| * Medical oncologists: Primarily use [[chemotherapy]] for treatment.
| | Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops from the thin layer of tissue that covers many of the internal organs (known as the mesothelium). The most common area affected is the lining of the lungs and chest wall. Mesothelioma is primarily caused by exposure to [[asbestos]]. |
| * Surgical oncologists: Focus on surgical interventions for cancer.
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| * [[Radiation oncologist]]s: Specialists in using [[radiation]] as a therapeutic measure against cancer.
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| == Medical Oncology == | | === Treatment === |
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| Medical oncologists primarily deal with the non-surgical aspects of cancer care, encompassing diagnosis, staging, and treatment.
| | The treatment of cancer may involve a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. The choice of treatment depends on the type and stage of cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. |
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| === Conditions Treated ===
| | * '''Surgery''': Involves the physical removal of the tumor. |
| | * '''Chemotherapy''': Uses drugs to kill cancer cells. |
| | * '''Radiation Therapy''': Uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. |
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| * Medical oncologists are seasoned physicians, specializing in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of cancer, employing tools like chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy.
| | == Related Pages == |
| * Often, a medical oncologist takes on the role of the primary healthcare provider for cancer patients, ensuring a multidimensional care strategy.
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| * Their role also extends to offering supportive care and orchestrating treatments recommended by other healthcare professionals.
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| === Procedures ===
| | * [[Cancer]] |
| | | * [[Chemotherapy]] |
| Medical oncologists are adept at a range of procedures, including:
| | * [[Radiation therapy]] |
| | | * [[Surgery]] |
| * Administering [[chemotherapy]] | | * [[Mesothelioma]] |
| * Implementing [[immunotherapy]]
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| * Offering [[targeted therapy]]
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| * Overseeing [[radiation therapy]] treatments
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| * Conducting [[bone marrow transplant]] | |
| * Hormonal treatments through [[hormone therapy]] | |
| * Employing [[cryoablation]] to freeze and destroy abnormal tissue
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| == List of Medical oncologists (USA) ==
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Alabama|Alabama]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Alaska|Alaska]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Arizona|Arizona]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Arkansas|Arkansas]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in California|California]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Colorado|Colorado]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Connecticut|Connecticut]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Delaware|Delaware]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Florida|Florida]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Georgia|Georgia]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Hawaii|Hawaii]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Idaho|Idaho]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Illinois|Illinois]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Indiana|Indiana]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Iowa|Iowa]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Kansas|Kansas]] | |
| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Kentucky|Kentucky]] | |
| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Louisiana|Louisiana]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Maine|Maine]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Maryland|Maryland]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Massachusetts|Massachusetts]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Michigan|Michigan]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Minnesota|Minnesota]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Mississippi|Mississippi]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Missouri|Missouri]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Montana|Montana]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Nebraska|Nebraska]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Nevada|Nevada]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in New Hampshire|New Hampshire]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in New Jersey|New Jersey]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in New Mexico|New Mexico]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in New York|New York]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in North Carolina|North Carolina]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in North Dakota|North Dakota]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Ohio|Ohio]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Oklahoma|Oklahoma]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Oregon|Oregon]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Pennsylvania|Pennsylvania]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Rhode Island|Rhode Island]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in South Carolina|South Carolina]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in South Dakota|South Dakota]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Tennessee|Tennessee]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Texas|Texas]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Utah|Utah]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Vermont|Vermont]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Virginia|Virginia]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Washington|Washington]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in West Virginia|West Virginia]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Wisconsin|Wisconsin]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Wyoming|Wyoming]]
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| ''' US territories'''
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in American Samoa|American Samoa]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Guam|Guam]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Northern Mariana Islands|Northern Mariana Islands]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in Puerto Rico|Puerto Rico]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in U.S. Virgin Islands|U.S. Virgin Islands]]
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| * [[:Category:Medical oncology providers in District of Columbia|District of Columbia]]
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| == Surgical Oncology ==
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| Surgical oncologists are skilled surgeons with a specific focus on surgical procedures designed to diagnose, stage, and treat cancer. Their expertise can be pivotal in removing tumors and affected tissues, and sometimes, in performing biopsies to diagnose cancer.
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| == Additional Resources and References ==
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| * For those interested in chemotherapy regimens, [http://oncowiki.info Oncowiki] offers a ''free'' online resource.
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| * Delve deeper into the field with the [[Encyclopedia of oncology]].
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| * Gain insights about various [[Cancer drugs]].
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| * Familiarize yourself with common [[cancer terms]] related to oncology.
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