oncologist — definition (Cancer)

Cancer

(on-KAH-loh-jist) A doctor who specializes in treating cancer. Some oncologists specialize in a particular type of cancer treatment. For example, a radiation oncologist specializes in treating cancer with radiation.

National Cancer Institute — Dictionary of Cancer Terms

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Breast Cancer

(on-KOL'oh-jist) physician specializing in the knowledge pertaining to tumors.

DoD Breast Health Program South — DoD Breast Health Program South Glossary of Medical Terms

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Lung Cancer

(ahn-KAH-luh-jist): A doctor who specializes in studying and treating cancer.

CDC — CDC Lung Cancer Glossary