Is Oncology a Good Career Choice? When medical students ask me “is oncology a good career choice?”, my answer is always an emphatic yes. For me, becoming an oncologist wasn’t just a career decision—it was a calling. I consider being an oncologist a vocation, not merely a job. I’m driven by a simple principle: to […]
What Is Stage 4 Cancer? What is stage 4 cancer? It means the cancer has spread from its original site to distant parts of the body. This spread, known as metastasis, defines cancer as being “stage 4” or “metastatic.” Cancer cells break away from the primary tumour. They travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. […]
Understanding the Wait for Your Radiotherapy Treatment If you’ve been diagnosed with lung cancer and your doctor has recommended radiotherapy, you might wonder: “Why isn’t my radiotherapy starting right away?” This is a common and understandable concern, but there’s a good reason for this timeline. The short answer: Your radiotherapy treatment plan is being carefully […]
Expert-Led Training on Skin Cancer Radiotherapy Options Are you a healthcare professional looking to expand your knowledge of basal cell skin cancer treatment and squamous cell skin cancer treatment options? This comprehensive educational resource features Dr. James Wilson, a leading oncology skin cancer specialist, sharing his expertise on non-surgical approaches to skin cancer management. Why […]
Jon’s Journey with Melanoma Treatment Finding the right treatment for melanoma skin cancer can be challenging. Jon’s personal story shows how modern treatments like immunotherapy have changed lives. After his melanoma returned in a lymph node, Jon received nivolumab (Opdivo) for one year. His experience highlights the real impact of current melanoma treatment options. Jon […]