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I am a radiation oncologist with special interest in treating brain tumors. I specialize in utilizing stereotactic radiosurgery and conformal radiation to treat both benign and malignant brain tumors effectively while minimizing toxicities. I am a member of the Brain Tumor Center here at Memorial Sloan Kettering.
I also hold an appointment in the Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program. My research interests involve understanding the genetic changes that lead to cancer. We are dedicated to using our findings on the cancer genome to develop better diagnostics and treatments.
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What is Oncology?
Oncology is the study and treatment of cancer and tumors. An oncologist is a physician who diagnoses and treats cancer patients. The oncologist sometimes uses chemotherapy, and consults with other physicians to coordinate other methods of cancer treatments for a patient. Cancer patients need to take in to account the likelihood of a cure, or of prolonging life when cure is not possible, the effect of treatment on their symptoms, and the side effects of the treatment. People who are candidates for radiation therapy or anti-cancer drugs need to understand the risks involved with treatment. An oncologist can help to more »
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