Doctors specialising in Oncology from Las Vegas
Dr. H Keshava Prasad
Consultant, MountainView Hospital
Oncologist
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Hospital(s): MountainView Hospital - Las Vegas
City: Las Vegas
Dr. H Keshava Prasad is Oncologist in Las Vegas. Dr. H Keshava Prasad is affiliated with medical facilities such as MountainView Hospital.
Dr. Behrooz K Shamloo
Oncologist, North Vista Hospital
Oncologist
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Hospital(s): North Vista Hospital - Las Vegas
Education: Islamic Azad University Tehran Faculty of Medicine, Tehran -
City: Las Vegas
Dr. Behrooz K Shamloo is Oncologist in Las Vegas. Dr. Behrooz K Shamloo is affiliated with medical facilities such as North Vista Hospital. Dr. Behrooz K Shamloo graduated from Islamic Azad University Tehran Faculty of Medicine, Tehran.
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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.