21 Best Clinics for Oncology in Philippines (w/Prices)
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Philippine Oncology Center Corporation

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
Philippine Oncology Center Corporation

Oncology at Philippine Oncology Center Corporation in Metro Manila, Philippines

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The Medical City - Pasig

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
$1,287
Oncology
The Medical City - Pasig
The Medical City - Pasig
The Medical City - Pasig
The Medical City - Pasig
3.1
133 reviews

Oncology at The Medical City - Pasig in Metro Manila, Philippines

Manila in the Philippines is the location of this tertiary care hospital that has served the needs of patients including overseas patients for over 40 years. The world class hospital has a team of over 1000 patients who are expert...more
MyMeditravel Mari Delos Santos, 16 April 2020
The main lobby will give you a feeling of being in a resort or hotel lobby. The newly open Central Park will be an extra treat, an amenity area that will give patients and visitors the feeling of bein
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Cafe Cafe Free Wifi Free Wifi Mobility accessible rooms Mobility accessible rooms Parking available Parking available
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
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The Medical City - Alimall Quezon City

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
$1,287
Oncology
The Medical City - Alimall Quezon City
The Medical City - Alimall Quezon City
The Medical City - Alimall Quezon City
The Medical City - Alimall Quezon City
2.8
4 reviews

Oncology at The Medical City - Alimall Quezon City in Metro Manila, Philippines

Manila in the Philippines is the location of this tertiary care hospital that has served the needs of patients including overseas patients for over 40 years. The world class hospital has a team of over 1000 patients who are expert...more
MyMeditravel Rest Lee Hernandez, 27 February 2018
Well accomodating. Mabilis ang process. May available na Doctors unlike other branches na you have to wait long for the doctor to come.
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Free Wifi Free Wifi Mobility accessible rooms Mobility accessible rooms Parking available Parking available Phone in the room Phone in the room
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
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The Medical City - SM Marikina

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
$1,287
Oncology
The Medical City - SM Marikina
The Medical City - SM Marikina
The Medical City - SM Marikina
The Medical City - SM Marikina

Oncology at The Medical City - SM Marikina in Metro Manila, Philippines

Manila in the Philippines is the location of this tertiary care hospital that has served the needs of patients including overseas patients for over 40 years. The world class hospital has a team of over 1000 patients who are expert...more
English
Free Wifi Free Wifi Mobility accessible rooms Mobility accessible rooms Parking available Parking available Phone in the room Phone in the room
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
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The Medical City - Pangasinan

MyMeditravel Pangasinan, Philippines
$1,287
Oncology
The Medical City - Pangasinan
The Medical City - Pangasinan
The Medical City - Pangasinan
The Medical City - Pangasinan

Oncology at The Medical City - Pangasinan in Pangasinan, Philippines

Manila in the Philippines is the location of this tertiary care hospital that has served the needs of patients including overseas patients for over 40 years. The world class hospital has a team of over 1000 patients who are expert...more
English
Free Wifi Free Wifi Mobility accessible rooms Mobility accessible rooms Parking available Parking available Phone in the room Phone in the room
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
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The Medical City - Antipolo City

MyMeditravel Rizal, Philippines
$1,280
Oncology
The Medical City - Antipolo City
The Medical City - Antipolo City
The Medical City - Antipolo City
The Medical City - Antipolo City

Oncology at The Medical City - Antipolo City in Rizal, Philippines

Manila in the Philippines is the location of this tertiary care hospital that has served the needs of patients including overseas patients for over 40 years. The world class hospital has a team of over 1000 patients who are expert...more
English
Free Wifi Free Wifi Mobility accessible rooms Mobility accessible rooms Parking available Parking available Phone in the room Phone in the room
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Asian Hospital and Medical Center

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
Price on request
Oncology
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
3.2
93 reviews

Oncology at Asian Hospital and Medical Center in Metro Manila, Philippines

MyMeditravel Steve Frost, 20 September 2020
Best hospital in delhi ncr. Good quality of treatment and takes good care of patients.
English
Airport pickup Airport pickup Family accommodation Family accommodation Free Wifi Free Wifi Interpreter services Interpreter services
JCI Accredited
JCI Accredited
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St Frances Cabrini Medical Center and Cancer Institute

MyMeditravel Batangas, Philippines
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Oncology
St Frances Cabrini Medical Center and Cancer Institute
3.2
6 reviews

Oncology at St Frances Cabrini Medical Center and Cancer Institute in Batangas, Philippines

MyMeditravel Owen David Malicsi, 10 September 2019
First in SEA to be accredited by NABH. The treatment is very good and the staffs too
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The Medical City

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
The Medical City
The Medical City
The Medical City
The Medical City
The Medical City
3.1
133 reviews

Oncology at The Medical City in Metro Manila, Philippines

The Medical City, or TMC for short, was founded in 1967 and achieved JCI accreditation in 2006. Located on a 1.5 hectare plot next to Ortigas Avenue, the facility comprises 115,000 square meters of floor space over 18 levels, with...more
MyMeditravel Mari Delos Santos, 16 April 2020
The main lobby will give you a feeling of being in a resort or hotel lobby. The newly open Central Park will be an extra treat, an amenity area that will give patients and visitors the feeling of bein
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Airport pickup Airport pickup Flight booking Flight booking Hotel booking Hotel booking Interpreter services Interpreter services
JCI Accredited
JCI Accredited
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St. Luke's Medical Center

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
St. Luke's Medical Center
St. Luke's Medical Center
St. Luke's Medical Center
St. Luke's Medical Center
St. Luke's Medical Center

Oncology at St. Luke's Medical Center in Metro Manila, Philippines

St. Luke's Medical Center is a private, non-profit institution located in Quezon City, Manila. It was founded in 1903 by the Protestant missionaries of the Episcopal Church. Also known by its acronym, SLMC, it's one of ...more
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Airport pickup Airport pickup Family accommodation Family accommodation Free Wifi Free Wifi Laundry Laundry
JCI Accredited
JCI Accredited
TEMOS
TEMOS
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Surgical and Pediatric Oncology Clinic

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
Surgical and Pediatric Oncology Clinic

Oncology at Surgical and Pediatric Oncology Clinic in Metro Manila, Philippines

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ICS - International College of Surgeons
ICS - International College of Surgeons
ACS - American College of Surgeons
ACS - American College of Surgeons
PCS - Philippine College of Surgeons
PCS - Philippine College of Surgeons
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Bethany Cancer Center

MyMeditravel La Union, Philippines
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Oncology
Bethany Cancer Center

Oncology at Bethany Cancer Center in La Union, Philippines

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PCS - Philippine College of Surgeons
PCS - Philippine College of Surgeons
PDS - Philippine Dermatological Society
PDS - Philippine Dermatological Society
PAO - Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology
PAO - Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology
PBO - Philippine Board of Ophthalmology
PBO - Philippine Board of Ophthalmology
POGS - Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
POGS - Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
PSMO - Philippine Society of Medical Oncology
PSMO - Philippine Society of Medical Oncology
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Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center - POCC Cancer Institute

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center - POCC Cancer Institute

Oncology at Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center - POCC Cancer Institute in Metro Manila, Philippines

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Citimedic Specialty Clinic and Laboratory

MyMeditravel Cagayan, Philippines
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Oncology
Citimedic Specialty Clinic and Laboratory

Oncology at Citimedic Specialty Clinic and Laboratory in Cagayan, Philippines

Our clinic has its own clinical and pathology laboratory. Minor procedures from endoscopies and biopsies can be done here. Biopsy results can be as quick as 2 hours. ...more
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PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Health Talk OB GYN Clinic

MyMeditravel Agusan del Norte, Philippines
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Oncology
Health Talk OB GYN Clinic
Health Talk OB GYN Clinic
Health Talk OB GYN Clinic
Health Talk OB GYN Clinic
Health Talk OB GYN Clinic

Oncology at Health Talk OB GYN Clinic in Agusan del Norte, Philippines

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Dr. Pearlie Siy-Salazar OB-Gyn and Ultrasound Clinic

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
Dr. Pearlie Siy-Salazar OB-Gyn and Ultrasound Clinic

Oncology at Dr. Pearlie Siy-Salazar OB-Gyn and Ultrasound Clinic in Metro Manila, Philippines

Our clinic is conveniently situated in Northern part of Metro Manila, on the 7th floor of the New Medical Arts Building (across Chinese General Hospital and above Puregold supermarket). It has a mutilevel parking from 2nd floor to...more
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Dr. Marlon Guiling General and Cancer Surgery

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
Dr. Marlon Guiling General and Cancer Surgery

Oncology at Dr. Marlon Guiling General and Cancer Surgery in Metro Manila, Philippines

For more information about Dr. Marlon Guiling General and Cancer Surgery in Manila please contact the clinic....more
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Dr. Joseph D. Parra

MyMeditravel Agusan del Norte, Philippines
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Oncology
Dr. Joseph D. Parra

Oncology at Dr. Joseph D. Parra in Agusan del Norte, Philippines

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Christina G. Galvez, M.D.

MyMeditravel Agusan del Norte, Philippines
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Oncology
Christina G. Galvez, M.D.
Christina G. Galvez, M.D.
Christina G. Galvez, M.D.

Oncology at Christina G. Galvez, M.D. in Agusan del Norte, Philippines

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PSMO - Philippine Society of Medical Oncology
PSMO - Philippine Society of Medical Oncology
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Josephine Contreras Tolentino

MyMeditravel Metro Manila, Philippines
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Oncology
Josephine Contreras Tolentino

Oncology at Josephine Contreras Tolentino in Metro Manila, Philippines

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ISDS - International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
EBOPRAS - European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
IAAFA - International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics
WALT - World Association for Laser Therapy
ISHRS - International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
AAHRS - Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons
ESCAD - European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology
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EAC - European Association for Counselling
IFSO - International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorde
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Treatment Abroad Code of Practice
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FIGO - International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics
IFED - International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry
EOS - European Orthodontic Society
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IBMS - International Board of Medicine and Surgery
EAFPS - European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
ESCD - European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry
ESCRS - European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
NASS - North American Spine Society
ESHRE - European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
MPS - Medical Protection Society
European Journal of Ophthalmology
ISRS - International Society of Refractive Surgery
JCRS - Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
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JPGM - Journal of Postgraduate Medicine
ESPRAS - European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
OSAPS - Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
RS - The Rhinoplasty Society
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IFOMPT - International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapist
WFO - World Federation of Orthodontists
ITI - International Team for Implantology
ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Dentsply Friadent Implant Programme
IMTEC Sendax Mini Dental Implants Systems
IAO - International Association for Orthodontics
AAO - Asian Academy of Osseointegration
WAAAM - World Anti-Aging Academy of Medicine
WOSIAM - World Society Interdisciplinary Anti-Aging Medicine
ESE - European Society of Endodontology
ECAMS - European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery
IABCLL - International Academy of Body Contouring and Laser Lipolysis
IAFGG - International Association of Facial Growth Guidance
IBCS - International Board of Cosmetic Surgery
IMDHA - International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
EAO - European Association for Osseointegration
ISD - International Society of Dermatology
IFAD - International Federation of Aesthetic Dentistry
IBHRS - International Board of Hair Restoration Specialists
IAHRS - International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons
EDA - European Dental Association
IASP - International Association for the Study of Pain
ADI - Academy of Dentistry International
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EACMD - European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
ESHRS - European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
ICD - International College of Dentists Fellowship
UIME - International Union of Aesthetic Medicine
APACS - Asian Pacific Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
McKenzie Institute International
ITEC - International Therapy Examination Council
ICA - International Cranial Association
I-ACT - International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy
CIBTAC - Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
IFPA - International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists
ISBI - International Society for Burn Injuries
The Pankey Institute
PEFOTS - Pan European Federation of TCM Societies
URHP - Unified Register of Herbal Practitioners
AACD - Asian Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
IMSA - The International Medical Spa Association
ACHSI - The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International
CIDESCO - Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie
ART - Active Release Techniques
ICPA - International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
CDA - Caribbean Dermatology Association
APAO - Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
FICCDE - International College of Continuing Dental Education Fellowship
GMC - General Medical Council
ISA - International Sleep Academy
ISCG - International Society of Cosmetogynecology
EPA - European Prosthodontic Association
ABSI - Advanced Body Sculpting Institute
EACMFS - European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
FILACP - Federación Ibero Latinoamericana de Cirugía Plástica
REDLARA - Rede Latino-americana de Reprodução Assistida
ALMER - Asociación Latinoamericana de Medicina Reproductiva
ICP - International College of Prosthodontists
EFP - European Federation of Periodontology
IADR - International Association for Dental Research
IODPT - International Organization for Dental Phobia Treatment
Academy of Operative Dentistry
The Dawson Academy
AAP - Asian Academy of Prosthodontics
AsianAOMS - Asian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry - Certified CEREC Trainer
SAAD - Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry
PFA - Pierre Fauchard Academy
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry
YDW - Young Dentists Worldwide
APAD - Asia Pacific Academy of Dentistry
ACDNA - Academy Of Computerized Dentistry Of North America
WSLO - World Society of Lingual Orthodontics
PBPS - Philippine Board of Plastic Surgery
PAPRAS - Philippine Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon
PCS - Philippine College of Surgeons
PACCD - Philippine Academy of Cosmetic and Clinical Dermatology
PDS - Philippine Dermatological Society
PAO - Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology
PBO - Philippine Board of Ophthalmology
PSCS - Philippine Society for Cosmetic Surgery
PSO-HNS - Philippine Society of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
DOT - Department of Tourism
POGS - Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
PSMO - Philippine Society of Medical Oncology
PSLSI - Philippine Society of Liposuction Surgery
STI - STI
PAFPARS - Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surg
PDA - Philippine Dental Association
PPS - Philippine Prosthodontic Society
PAED - Philippine Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
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Oncology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the research, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. A medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating people with cancer is called an oncologist.

An oncologist can design a treatment plan based on detailed pathology reports that shows the type of cancer the patient has, how much cancer has developed, how fast the cancer is likely to spread, and what parts of the patient's body are involved.

The field of oncology has three main areas, which include:

  • Medical oncologists use chemotherapy, hormonal therapies, and other types of targeted treatments to treat cancer. Most people think of medical oncologist as their primary cancer doctor. Medical oncologists help monitor and maintain patients' well-being, as well as helping patients manage side effects. Often patients follow up with their medical oncologist once their treatment is complete.
  • Surgical oncologists perform the surgical removal of the tumor and surrounding tissue. They will help patients prepare for and recover from any surgical procedure they undergo during their cancer treatment. If your primary doctor suspects that you have cancer, a surgical oncologist is likely one of the first doctors you see. Surgical oncologists can perform biopsies, which involves removing a small tissue sample to be checked for cancer cells.
  • Radiation oncologists treat cancer using radiation therapy. They use high-energy photon beams to target and destroy cancer cells. Approximately one-half of all cancer patients will undergo radiation treatment during their cancer care.

Because most cancers are treated with a combination of therapies, you could see two or all three different oncologists during the course of your treatment.

Besides the three main areas, there are also several other areas of oncology. These include:

  • Pediatric oncologists diagnose and treat cancer in children. Some types of cancer appear more often in children and teenagers, such as leukemia, brain tumors, osteosarcoma, and Ewing’s sarcoma. Some pediatric oncologists focus on conducting research on childhood cancers, while others specialize in certain types of cancer.
  • Gynecologic oncologists treat cancers that affect women, such as cancer of the ovary, cervix, uterus, vagina, and vulva. Additionally, they also treat complicated gynecological conditions that are not cancerous, such as fibroid tumors and endometriosis.
  • Hematologist-oncologists diagnoses and treats blood cancers, such as lymphoma, leukemia, and myeloma. They may also specialize in the management of solid tumors.

Oncologists usually work with a variety of other medical professionals, including pathologists, diagnostic radiologists, oncology nurses, and oncology social workers. They may also work with doctors from other areas of medicine, such as neurologists, dermatologists, or urologists.

What does Oncology Involve?

There are many types of procedures to treat cancer. The types of procedures that you receive will depend on the type of cancer you have and how advanced it is. Some people who have cancer will only have one treatment. However, most people have a combination of treatments, such as surgery with radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy. Below are the types of procedures to treat cancer:

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a type of treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells in the body and prevent them from growing. The drugs can prevent cell division, target the food source of the cancer cells’ (the hormones and enzymes the cells need to grow), and trigger apoptosis (a process in which cancer cells kill themselves).

  • Chemotherapy drugs can be given in several different ways, including.
  • Oral – taken in a pill or capsule form.
  • Intravenously – through an infusion into a vein.
  • Shots – injected with a needle.
  • Topical – applying creams or gels into the skin. This type is used to treat certain types of skin cancer.

Chemotherapy drugs can also be given directly to cancer or directly to an area of the body, such as the abdomen or central nervous system.

Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy, or biologic therapy, boosts your body’s natural defenses to fight cancer. It uses substances made by your own body, or in a laboratory, to improve or restore your immune system function. It can stop cancer from spreading to other parts of the body, stop or slow the growth of cancer cells, and help your immune system work better at destroying cancer cells.

There are several types of immunotherapy to treat cancer, including immune checkpoint inhibitors, T-cell transfer therapy, monoclonal antibodies, treatment vaccines, and immune system modulators. Different types of immunotherapy may be given in different ways, such as intravenous (IV), oral, intravesical (directly into the bladder), or topical.

Targeted therapy

Targeted therapy uses drugs that are designed to specifically “target” cancer cells without affecting normal cells. It targets the cancer’s specific proteins, genes, or other tissue environment contributing to cancer survival and growth. These proteins and genes are found in cancer cells or in cells related to cancer growth.

The targeted drugs can block or turn off chemical signals that tell cancer cells when to divide and grow, stop making new blood vessels that feed cancer cells, change proteins within the cancer cells so the cells die, trigger the immune system to kill cancer cells, and carry toxins in the cancer cells to kill them.

  • There are two types of targeted therapy:
  • Small-molecule drugs, which is given through pills or capsules that you swallow
  • Monoclonal antibodies, which are given through a needle in a blood vein.

Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy uses intense energy beams to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. It most often uses X-rays, but other types of energy, such as protons may also be used.

Radiation therapy can be done in two ways:

  • External-beam radiation therapy – this type of radiation therapy delivers radiation from a machine outside the body. You will lie on a table, and the machine (called a linear accelerator) moves around you to deliver radiation from several different angles. It is a quick and painless procedure.
  • Internal radiation therapy – also called brachytherapy, involves both temporary and permanent placement of radioactive sources in the body. During the placement of the radioactive sources, you will be given anesthesia.

Hormone therapy

Hormone therapy stops or slows the growth of cancer that uses hormones to grow. It works by blocking your body’s ability to produce hormones or interfere with how hormones behave in your body. It can reduce the chance that cancer will return by stopping or slowing its growth, as well as preventing or reducing symptoms in men with prostate cancer.

Hormone therapy is usually used to treat breast and prostate cancer. It can be taken in many ways, including orally, through an injection, and surgery.

Stem Cell Transplant

People whose blood-forming stem cells are damaged by the very high doses of radiation therapy or chemotherapy can undergo stem cell transplant to restore the cells. Blood-forming stem cells are vital since they grow into different types of blood cells that you need to be healthy. The stem cells will be given to you through an IV catheter. The process is very much like receiving a blood transfusion.

Surgical treatment

Surgical treatment for cancer is a procedure to remove cancer from your body. There are many types of surgeries to treat cancer, which differ based on the part of the body that requires surgery, the purpose of the surgery, the amount of tissue to be removed, and your preference. In general, the surgery can be open or minimally invasive.

  • During open surgery, one large incision is made to remove the tumor, some healthy tissue, and some nearby lymph nodes.
  • During minimally invasive surgery, a few tiny incisions are made instead of a large one. These incisions are made to insert a laparoscope (a long, thin tube with a camera on its end) and special surgical tools. The laparoscope allows your surgeon to see the inside of the body, and the surgical tools are used to remove the tumor and some healthy tissue.

How Long Should I Stay in Philippines?

For chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy, the treatment schedule may vary. You may have treatment every day, week, or month. It may also be given in a cycle, which is a period of treatment followed by a period of rest to give your body a chance to recover. For surgical treatment, you may need to stay in the hospital for a few days, and you need to stay in Philippines for at least 10 to 14 days. Your oncologist and/or medical tourism team will advise you on the length of stay in Philippines.

What's the Recovery Time?

The type of procedure you undergo determines the recovery period. While you may be able to get back to your normal routine within 10 days after laparoscopic surgery, you may need to wait around 6 weeks to fully recover from open surgery. Your oncologist will give you a detailed recovery timeline.

What About Aftercare?

You will be given instructions on how to take care of yourself. Your surgeon or nurse will explain how to control your pain, how to take care of your wound, activities you can and cannot do, and how to spot signs of infections. You may also need to talk to a dietitian to help with eating problems caused by the treatment. You will need to attend follow-up checkups to monitor your condition.

What's the Success Rate?

Cancer survival has improved significantly due to constant advancement and improvements in the field of oncology, including improvement in treatments and screening (allowing for earlier diagnosis). Still, you need to be aware of the risks, such as infection, bleeding, nerve damage, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss.

Are there Alternatives to Oncology?

There is no other alternative than to see an oncologist when it comes to cancer treatments. Some people may choose to undergo meditation, hypnosis, and acupuncture as well, usually to relieve the stress, anxiety, and pain that cancer can bring.

Whilst the information presented here has been accurately sourced and verified by a medical professional for its accuracy, it is still advised to consult with your doctor before pursuing a medical treatment at one of the listed medical providers

Update: 09/01/2023