267 Oncologists Found in Feasterville-Trevose, PA

An oncologist specializes in cancer diagnosis and treatment. These physicians coordinate all aspects of cancer management including treatment planning, therapy administration, and ongoing supportive care.

Oncologists complete medical school, a three-year internal medicine residency, and a two- to three-year oncology fellowship. Medical oncologists may focus on specific malignancy types or pursue combined hematology-oncology training.

An Oncologist's practice responsibilities include:

• Specializes in neoplastic processes throughout the body
• Conducts cancer evaluations, orders diagnostic and staging studies, establishes cancer stages, formulates treatment strategies
• Manages breast malignancies, pulmonary cancers, colorectal tumors, hematologic malignancies, lymphoproliferative disorders, and various solid neoplasms
• Utilizes cytotoxic therapy, immunologic agents, targeted molecular therapy, hormonal treatment, and coordination with surgical and radiation specialists
• Alternative names: cancer specialist, medical oncologist, MD, DO