Clinical oncology courses
Clinical Oncology is a medical specialty that focuses on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Clinical oncologists, specialists in this field, address a wide range of malignancies, including solid tumors and hematological cancers. Clinical Oncology involves a multidisciplinary approach, incorporating surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy to provide comprehensive cancer care. Oncologists utilize diagnostic tools such as imaging studies, biopsies, and genetic testing to determine the type and stage of cancer. Treatment plans are individualized based on factors such as tumor characteristics, patient health, and treatment goals.
Advances in Clinical Oncology include targeted therapies, precision medicine approaches, and immunotherapies that aim to improve the effectiveness of cancer treatments while minimizing side effects. Clinical Oncologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists, to deliver integrated and patient-centered cancer care. The field plays a crucial role in advancing cancer research, developing innovative treatment strategies, and improving survival rates for individuals with cancer. Clinical Oncology contributes to the ongoing effort to enhance cancer prevention, early detection, and therapeutic interventions.
Pharmacotherapy for Patients with Advanced and...
This webinar introduces common drug treatments for advanced and metastatic prostate cancer. Dr Andrew Feifer discusses the role of testosterone and the androgen receptor in the development and growth...
Cardiovascular Disease in Prostate Cancer
This webinar explores why the risk of heart disease often increases after a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Dr Darryl Leong describes what happens inside the body leading up to cardiovascular disease, how...
Cancer-Related Fatigue: Working Together to Improve...
Dr Scott North, a medical oncologist, discusses the most common causes of cancer-related fatigue and explains how doctors and their patients are treating it without medication using a personalized approach....
Managing the Side Effects of Hormone Therapy...
Hormone therapy (also known as androgen deprivation therapy) is one of the most common treatments used for metastatic prostate cancer – but it may cause unwanted side effects. Dr Andrew Matthew, a psychologist...
Quick Tips for VTE Prophylaxis for Ambulatory...
In this brief video, Dr. Jordan Schaefer discusses a new paradigm for VTE prophylaxis for the high thrombotic risk group of ambulatory medical oncology patients, which represent 15-20% of all patients...
Targeted Therapy in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
This animation provides an overview of targeted therapy for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Targeted therapy is a cancer treatment directed towards specific mutations that drive cancer...
Lung Cancer (Part 2) - Treatment Updates
There is tremendous progress in lung cancer treatment including personalised treatment options. The targeted therapy uses a specific inhibitor against specific cancer genes, which provides higher response...
Lung Cancer (Part 1): 2021 Comprehensive Updates
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer death. At the beginning there are presented risk factors and screening methods. There is division for main types of lung cancer...
Colon and Rectal Cancer - Treatment Update
Video with information about treatment of colon and rectal cancer. It involves surgical resection (open and laparoscopic) : hemicolectomy, transverse colectomy, segmental colectomy, sigmoid resection...
How to Collect Your Faecal Immunochemical Test...
This helpful video shows you how to complete your Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT). FIT is a stool test designed to identify possible signs of bowel disease. It detects minimal amounts of blood and if...
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BioDigital Systems - 3D Medical Animations
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SMIT Congress
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Gastroenterology Atlas
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SAGES - Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
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High Impact - Medical Animation
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