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Medical Professionals You Are Likely To Run Into In A Doctor's Office, Hospital Or Other Medical Facility

Professionals You May Meet If You Undergo Surgery

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Surgeon: A doctor who performs surgery..

Surgical Oncologist: A surgeon who specializes in using surgery to diagnose and treat cancer. The surgeon will determine the location of your tumor, and then remove it together with surrounding tissue. The surgeon will issue a report for your personal physician , your medical oncologist and/or radiation oncologist. The report will be used to help determine future treatment.

Plastic surgeon/reconstructive surgeon: A doctor who specializes in performing operations to restore the appearance of parts of the body affected by your disease or treatment. Note: If you have breast cancer, reconstruction surgery can be performed either during or after a mastectomy.

Anesthesiologist: The medical doctor who administers anesthesia to put you to sleep or to prevent or relieve pain during and after a surgical procedure. The anesthesiologist also monitors your vital signs during surgery.

Physical therapist/physiotherapist: A trained health specialist who helps with post-surgical rehabilitation, usually by teaching you exercises and other stretching and strengthening techniques. A therapist may also administer massage or heat to restore or maintain your body’s strength, function and flexibility.


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