Medical Oncology

Absolutely! On of the important roles of a medical oncologist is to help manage and alleviate side effects during cancer treatment. They work closely with patients, monitoring their progress and addressing any treatment-related issues. Medical oncologists possess extensive knowledge and experience in mitigating side effects, such as nausea, fatigue, or hair loss. They provide guidance, prescribe medications or recommend supportive therapies to minimise discomfort and improve the overall quality of life for cancer patients. Their dedication to cancer care ensures patients receive optimal support throughout their treatment journey.

Medical oncologists typically do not perform surgery. Medical oncology is a subspecialty of internal medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer using systemic therapies such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormonal therapy. Medical oncologists are primarily involved in the administration and oversight of these treatments, along with the coordination of care for cancer patients.

Surgical oncology is a field of medicine that uses surgery to treat cancer. Its main goal is to find harmful tumours in the body and remove them. Doctors who practice surgical oncology can find out if the disease has spread to other parts of your body.

Radiation therapy is a cancer treatment that uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumours. Cancer cells begin to die days or weeks after treatment starts, and continue to die for weeks or months after it finishes.

The earlier cancer is detected, the greater the chance of curing it Change in bowel or bladder habits unusual bleeding or discharge Thickening or lump in the breast or other parts of the body Anaemia Changes on skin.

Non-melanoma Skin Cancer Breast Cancer Leukaemia Kidney Cancer Pancreatic Cancer.

Many cancer patients can experience gastrointestinal problems. Nutrition therapy is a way to restore digestive health, prevent malnutrition, and satisfy dietary requirements during treatment. By keeping strong and nourished through proper nutrition, you will remain healthy for your cancer treatment.

Getting a cancer diagnosis from your doctor is life-changing, and we recognize the importance of your getting an appointment as soon as possible. Accommodating new and existing patients is a priority, and we will schedule an appointment for you at your earliest convenience.

We have close relationships with our medical associates, and from these connections, we are able to schedule screening exams and receive test results promptly. Our turnaround time is typically the same day within four hours.

Yes, exercise has been shown to be safe for people going through active cancer treatments, and in fact can be one of the best ways to relieve some of the symptoms associated with your cancer or cancer treatment. Our physical therapist will pay close attention to your medical status to be certain to prescribe an exercise program that is safe for you throughout the course of your cancer journey. Cancer Centre physicians thoroughly research chemotherapy treatment options for their patients to find the right balance of therapy effectiveness while minimizing side effects for each patient. As a result of these efforts, patients can maintain a productive lifestyle and integrate exercise into their lives while in treatment.

Yes, many of our patients remain in their jobs and maintain a productive lifestyle during treatment. Our physicians are dedicated to finding the most effective balance of drug therapy to fight cancer, yet minimally impact our patients’ daily routines, including work.

Yes, telling your doctor about side effects is essential to getting good care and living as fully as possible. Untreated side effects can drain you physically and emotionally and detract from your healing. Your response to therapy is unique, and your doctors rely upon your telling them about your side effects.

For a tumour that causes pain, removing or destroying all or part of the tumour with chemotherapy or radiation can help. Pain control often starts with medicine. Many drugs are used to treat pain which the patient and their doctor determine and alter as pain level changes.

Screening helps find health problems before symptoms appear. Examples of screening tests include mammograms to find breast cancer and colonoscopy to find colon cancer. Early detection catches cancer when it’s in an early, more treatable stage.

A group of different medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not typically part of conventional medicine and can include chiropractic, massage therapy, Chinese or Ayurvedic herbal medicine, or yoga among others.

Knowing the stage and grade of a person’s cancer helps doctors know what treatment to use and determine outcome. Staging reveals how far cancer has spread and grading helps predict how fast the cancer will grow and spread. Cancer is typically staged as: Stage 0: Cancer hasn’t spread. Stages I, II, and III: Cancer has grown or has spread into nearby tissues and perhaps lymph nodes. The higher the stage, the farther the cancer has spread. Stage IV: Cancer has spread beyond the lymph nodes into other parts of the body (metastasized).

The brain produces chemicals that affect how well our body fights disease. Through the mind-body connection, positive emotions and laughter send signals to the brain which then produces chemicals that:

• Increase blood circulation
• Boost the immune system and help to fight off infection
• Relax muscles, restores energy, and lowers stress
• Improve mood and better manage pain and stress

It is very important to document your side effects, including the date, time and frequency, and severity (mild or strong). You should also monitor your blood count changes to ensure treatment remains on schedule. Your “Health Condition and Treatment History” form will help you manage your progress.