Track 2 -Oncology

Here's an overview of common oncology sub-tracks:

Medical Oncology | Radiation Oncology | Surgical Oncology | Pediatric Oncology | Hematologic Oncology | Gynecologic Oncology | Breast Oncology | Neuro-Oncology | Thoracic Oncology | Gastrointestinal Oncology | Genitourinary Oncology | Dermatologic Oncology | Psycho-Oncology | Supportive and Palliative Care | Preventive Oncology | Experimental and Translational Oncology

Oncology is the branch of medicine that specializes in the study, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer. It encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including medical, surgical, and radiation oncology, which focus on different aspects of cancer care:

Medical Oncology: Involves the use of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and other medications to treat cancer.

Oncology also includes subspecialties like pediatric oncology (focusing on cancers in children) and hematologic oncology (addressing cancers of the blood, such as leukemia). Research and advancements in oncology aim to improve survival rates and quality of life for cancer patients.

Surgical Oncology: Focuses on the surgical removal of tumors and surrounding tissues, often in combination with other therapies.

Radiation Oncology: Utilizes radiation therapy to target and kill cancer cells or shrink tumors.

Oncology is a vast field of medicine focused on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Sub-tracks within oncology are often categorized based on the type of cancer, specific patient demographics, or treatment modalities.