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What kinds of cancer does a neurosurgeon treat?
Neurosurgeons are physician specialists who use surgical procedures to treat diseases,... Full Answer12/31/1969
What can I expect before having radiation treatment for prostate cancer?
You may be asked to follow prep instructions before this appointment. You will be asked to... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is the difference between a general surgeon and a surgical oncologist?
A general surgeon may do a range of cancer surgeries along with non-cancer-related procedures,... Full Answer12/31/1969
What can I expect before having radiation for head or neck cancer?
For head and neck patients, your head will have to be immobilized in preparation for your daily... Full Answer12/31/1969
What kinds of cancer does an otolaryngologist treat?
An otolaryngologist, also called an ear, nose and throat doctor, is a specialist who can... Full Answer12/31/1969
Should I get a second opinion for a cancer diagnosis?
Don’t worry about hurting your doctor’s feelings if you want a second opinion on a... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a dietician?
A dietician is a health professional with specialized training in nutrition. Your dietitian... Full Answer12/31/1969
What should I do if my doctor suspects I have cancer?
The first and of the most important step to take if you suspect cancer is to learn as much as... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a radiation therapist?
The radiation therapist delivers your treatment at each radiation session under the supervision... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a medical physicist?
Medical physicists oversee the work of the dosimetrist and help ensure that complex radiation... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a dosimetrist?
A dosimetrist has extensive training in physics in addition to training in radiation therapy.... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a radiation oncology nurse?
Radiation oncology nurses are specially trained in radiation therapy and work closely with your... Full Answer12/31/1969
What is a radiation oncologist?
A radiation oncologist has the specialized training and expertise needed to prescribe and... Full Answer12/31/1969
How are radiologists involved in cancer diagnosis and treatment?
Two types of radiologists are closely involved in cancer diagnosis and treatment. A general... Full Answer12/31/1969
Do all cancers require chemotherapy?
Over 50% of all people being treated for cancer receive chemotherapy, which can be given in... Full Answer12/31/1969
