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How much time does it take to become a oncologist?

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Dr. Richard Mcgee answered

Specializes in Medical Oncology

About 17-19 years : Usually- High school- 4 years College- 4 years Medical School- 4 years Residency- 2-3 years (Internal Medicine or Peds) Oncology fellow- 2 years stop here or go on to hematology Hematology- another 1-2 years

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Answered 7/2/2020

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