Swarajyam Hospital | Super Multispeciality Hospital

Who is an Oncologist?

An oncologist is a medical professional specialized in cancer care. They:

  • Diagnose different types of cancers

  • Plan and supervise treatment protocols

  • Provide palliative care to improve quality of life

  • Offer follow-up care and long-term monitoring

Oncology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. It combines advanced medical knowledge, technology, and compassionate care to provide patients with the best possible outcomes. Oncology covers a wide range of cancer treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.
Oncology

Types of Oncology

  1. Medical Oncology – Uses medications like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, and immunotherapy to treat cancer.

  2. Surgical Oncology – Focuses on surgical removal of tumors and cancerous tissues.

  3. Radiation Oncology – Uses high-energy radiation to destroy or shrink tumors.

  4. Pediatric Oncology – Specializes in diagnosing and treating cancers in children.

  5. Gynecologic Oncology – Manages cancers of the female reproductive system.

  6. Hematology-Oncology – Treats blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.

Common Cancers Treated

  • Breast cancer

  • Lung cancer

  • Prostate cancer

  • Colorectal cancer

  • Cervical & ovarian cancer

  • Head & neck cancers

  • Liver & pancreatic cancers

  • Skin cancer (melanoma, basal cell carcinoma)

  • Blood cancers (leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma)

Cancer Treatment Options

  • Chemotherapy – Medicines to kill or slow cancer cells

  • Radiation Therapy – Targeted radiation to destroy tumors

  • Surgery – Removal of cancerous tissues

  • Immunotherapy – Boosting the immune system to fight cancer

  • Targeted Therapy – Drugs that attack specific cancer cell changes

  • Hormonal Therapy – For hormone-sensitive cancers like breast and prostate

  • Bone Marrow Transplant – For certain blood cancers

Benefits of Oncology Care

  • Early detection for better survival rates

  • Advanced, personalized treatment plans

  • Multidisciplinary approach for holistic care

  • Improved quality of life during and after treatment

  • Continuous monitoring and rehabilitation

Why Choose Us?

  • Experienced team of oncologists across all specialties

  • Advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities

  • Patient-focused, personalized cancer care

  • Supportive services including counseling, nutrition, and rehabilitation

  • Comprehensive follow-up care for long-term wellness

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