Medical oncology is a branch of cancer medicine that uses chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy to treat cancer. Medical oncologists are physicians who have specialized training in cancer biology and use medications to treat cancer. They work closely with other cancer specialists, such as surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists, to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient.

A highly qualified, experienced and dedicated team of medical oncologists is available at Cochin Cancer Research Centre. The team is sub grouped according to the area of specialization as per disease of different organ systems. Evidence based, internationally approved Chemotherapy guidelines are followed for treatment of various solid and hematological malignancies.

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY DEALS WITH

• Cancer Screening: Breast cancer, Colon cancer, Cervical cancer, Prostate cancer
• The diagnosis of any cancer
• Therapy (e.g. Chemotherapy, Hormonal therapy, Immunotherapy and Monoclonal antibodies)
• Follow-up of cancer patients after successful treatment
• Palliative care of patients
• Pain management

Medical oncologists treat all types of cancer, including:

• Breast cancer
• Colon cancer
• Lung cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Melanoma
• Sarcoma
• Brain cancer
• Head and neck cancer
• Gynecologic cancer
• Pediatric cancer