An oncologist is a doctor who specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Some oncologists may specialise in a particular area of cancer treatment such as paediatric oncologists. They deal with the use of radiotherapy or drugs (chemotherapy) to treat cancer and may work closely with a surgeon who specialises in cancer treatment (a surgical oncologist).
A clinical oncologist will administer radiotherapy treatment.
Northwest Cancer Specialists (NCS) is the largest multi-specialty medical practice in the Pacific Northwest dedicated solely to providing state-of-the-art, comprehensive care for patients with cancer or diseases of the blood. NCS physicians are specially trained and board certified in the fields of: Reflecting the outpatient emphasis of modern cancer and hematologic treatment,
NCS focuses on the efficient delivery of care by 34 highly trained and experienced physicians at 10 conveniently located clinic locations in the Portland/Vancouver metropolitan area. NCS physicians additionally practice at multiple area hospitals to provide continuity of care for those patients needing inpatient services. We see patients by referral and work closely with primary care physicians and other medical specialists to provide coordinated management of complex medical problems.
Northwest Cancer Specialists is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's leading healthcare services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research, encompassing over 1012 physicians practicing in approximately 487 locations, including 84 outpatient cancer centers and 13 radiation-only facilities in 34 states
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