What is Medical Oncology?
Medical oncology is a specialized field of medicine focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing cancer using systemic therapies like chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and hormone therapy. At New England Cancer Specialists (NECS), our team of medical oncologists provides compassionate care and personalized treatment plans for patients facing cancer diagnoses.
What Treatments Are Included in Medical Oncology?
What is Chemotherapy and How Does it Work?
Chemotherapy uses powerful drugs to destroy cancer cells or prevent them from multiplying. These drugs can be given orally, intravenously, or through other methods and may be used alone or with other treatments.
How Does Targeted Therapy Help Treat Cancer?
Targeted therapy uses drugs or substances to specifically attack cancer cells while minimizing harm to healthy cells. This approach interferes with molecules involved in cancer growth and progression.
What is Immunotherapy and How Does it Boost the Immune System?
Immunotherapy harnesses the body’s immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. It can stimulate the immune system or enhance its ability to fight cancer effectively.
How Does Hormone Therapy Treat Hormone-Sensitive Cancers?
Hormone therapy is used for cancers like breast and prostate cancer that grow in response to hormones. It works by blocking hormone production or action to slow cancer growth.
What Types of Cancers Do Medical Oncologists Treat?
Medical oncologists at NECS are trained to treat various types of cancer, including:
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Melanoma
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
How Does NECS Support Patients Through Medical Oncology?
Our team remains current with the latest advances in oncology and participates in clinical trials to offer patients access to innovative treatments. We provide comprehensive care and support to patients and their families at every stage of the cancer journey.
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, schedule a consultation with one of our skilled medical oncologists at NECS. Together, we will create a personalized treatment plan focused on achieving the best outcomes and enhancing quality of life.
