Question 1

what is molecular oncology exactly ?

Accepted Answer

Defining genes: In order to understand tumor behavior the molecular biologist looks at viable tumor cells with regard to the DNA, oncogene mutations and the nature of the antigens that are expressed by the tumor. Then how they are chaperoned to the membrane where they are shed as in serum  representing tumor markers .Also  the various metabolic pathways the tumor follows to allow for growth and spread.

Question 2

how can i do oncology on scholarship?

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Oncology scholarship: From an md degree, residency in im then fellowship in heme/onc.  From a phd there are post docs in cancer biology and related fields.  In addition, there are related fields that support oncology like nutritionists, social work.

Question 3

what happens if i want to be a nurse who specializes in oncology, how do i go about doing that?

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You would need to: go to nursing school first.  You might receive best input from a nursing site.

Question 4

what jobs are their in oncology?

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That is the job: If you are a physician trained in oncology, then you are an oncologist - you treat cancer patients. What other job are you looking for? You can work in a pharmaceutical company developing drugs for cancer or do research or teach but you likely would still practice.

Question 5

what is the cost of medical oncology consullt?

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Varies: It truly depends on if it is a single medical oncology evaluation by a physician or if it entails a multispecialty approach-input with other specialists.  Insurance will cover most.  You can always inquire with the consultant's biller about out of pocket charges.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: medical oncology?

Accepted Answer

Cancer specialist: Cancer is managed by 3 different types of specialists: surgeons(called surgical oncologist), radiotherapy(called radiation oncologist) and with medicines(chemotherapy)/ and the speciality is called medical oncology!

Question 7

what exactly is hematology oncology?

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Blood and cancer: In short, it is the study of blood and cancer disorders and their treatments.

Question 8

whats gynecologic oncology?

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GYN oncology: These are the doctors who have trained in ob/gyn and than they have gone on and done additional training just to learn how to take care of women's gynecological cancers...Like cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers.

Question 9

what is gynecologic oncology?

Accepted Answer

What is gyn oncology: This is the practice of medicine specifically taking care of women's gynecological cancers...Like cervical, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancer.

Question 10

how does a gynecologic oncology practice work?

Accepted Answer

Female organ cancer: Gynecologist oncologist treats female related cancers in genetalia, female pelvic area like vagina, uterus, ovaries etc.  She/ he performs surgery and often gives chemotherapy as well. Breast is usually not treated by gyn/ onc.

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