Doctors specialising in Oncology from Johannesburg
Dr. Ashraf Suliman Wadee
Physician, Wits University Donald Gordon Medical Centre, Johannesburg
Oncologist
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Hospital(s): Wits University Donald Gordon Medical Centre - Johannesburg
Education: College of Physicians of South Africa - • (More)
City: Johannesburg
Dr. Ashraf Suliman Wadee is Oncologist in Johannesburg. Dr. Ashraf Suliman Wadee is affiliated with medical facilities such as Wits University Donald Gordon Medical Centre. Dr. Ashraf Suliman Wadee graduated from College of Physicians of South Africa and University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences, Parktown.
Dr. Werner Robert Bezwoda
Oncology
Oncologist
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Hospital(s): W R Bezwoda Clinic - Johannesburg
City: Johannesburg
Dr. Werner Robert Bezwoda is Oncologist in Johannesburg. Dr. Werner Robert Bezwoda is affiliated with medical facilities such as W R Bezwoda Clinic.
Dr. Edna Retter
Radiation Oncologist, Wits Donald Gordon Medical Center
Oncologist
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Hospital(s): Donald Gordon Medical Centre - Gauteng • (More)
City: Gauteng • (More)
Dr. Edna Retter is Oncologist in Gauteng. Dr. Edna Retter is affiliated with medical facilities such as Donald Gordon Medical Centre and Wits Donald Gordon Medical Center.
Dr. Janet Poole
Oncology
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Who is an Oncologist?
An Oncologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats cancer. They address various types of cancer, including but not limited to breast cancer, lung cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer (melanoma), leukemia, lymphoma, pancreatic cancer, ovarian cancer, brain tumors, and bone cancer. Oncologists use a variety of treatments, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy, to manage and combat these cancer types.
What are the qualifications of an Oncologist?
Qualifications for an Oncologist typically include completing a bachelor's degree, attending medical school, and undergoing a residency in Internal Medicine or a related field. They then pursue further training or fellowships in Medical Oncology, Hematology-Oncology, or Radiation Oncology. Oncologists must obtain a medical license and may pursue board certification in their respective subspecialties.
What are some common conditions treated by an Oncologist?
Oncologists diagnose and treat a wide range of cancer-related conditions. Common conditions include various types of cancer, tumor growth, metastasis, and the side effects of cancer and its treatments.