What is Surgical Oncology?

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Dr. Edgar Staren, surgical oncologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), says that surgical oncology is a discipline in the field of general cancer that specializes in the treatment of cancer.

Dr. Pierre Greeff, surgical oncologist at CTCA, explains the differences between surgical oncologists and general surgeons. Surgical oncologists have additional training in advanced surgical methods and knowledge of chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Dr. Steven Standiford, surgical oncologist at CTCA, adds his thoughts about the work of surgical oncologists.