MEDICAL ONCOLOGIST


Meaning of MEDICAL ONCOLOGIST in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ [MEH-dih-kul on-KOL-oh-jist] ]

A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer using chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and biological therapy. A medical oncologist often is the main health care provider for someone who has cancer. A medical oncologist also gives supportive care and may coordinate treatment given by other specialists.

NCI English Dictionary of Cancer Terms.      Английский словарь раковых терминов NCI(Национальный институт злокачественных новообразований).