The department treats people with cancer using medicines
Medical Oncology services are provided by a multidisciplinary team. The team has Medical Oncologists, Physicians, Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists, and Pastoral Care professionals. This team provides care through all stages of cancer care including supportive care whenever needed. The department specializes in the treatment of cancers with chemotherapy and other biological therapies.
Communication between the team members allows the staff to help patients and family members to understand the treatment and to finish the course of therapy. The staff encourages the patient and family members to become active participants in their care through patient education.