How many years do you have to go before an oncologist will release you back to your own doctor?

It depends: It depends on the type of cancer and stage. Oncologists can help monitor for recurrence and side-effects from treatment. I usually work with my referring doctors and patients to mutually determine the appropriate length of followup.

It depends: It depends upon the type of cancer.

5 to 10 years: The usual follow up is 5 to10 years.

It depends: It depends on the type of cancer you had, and how comfortable your oncologist and your primary doctor are with having your pcp do your follow-up. Oncologists are getting better at providing "survivorship" plans that outline what care and tests you might need. In general, i like to get patients back to their primary care doctors as soon as possible so we can follow you together for awhile!

Generally 5 years: Generally speaking most cancers require oncology follow up for approx 5 years per guidelines. However, a well rounded survivorship plan includes early follow up with the primary medical team while staying in touch with an oncology support group, dietitian, socail worker, patient navigator, etc.