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  • A medical oncologist specialises in the medical treatment and management of cancer. Depending on the type and stage of cancer, treatment may include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and other systemic treatments.

  • Dr. Taori has clinical expertise in breast oncology, gynecologic oncology, solid tumour oncology and haemato-oncology. His professional and academic engagements have also included cancer topics involving breast, lung, colorectal, prostate, gastrointestinal and head and neck cancers.

  • A medical oncologist may be involved after a cancer diagnosis to assess the disease and discuss appropriate medical treatment options. Patients may also be referred to an oncologist by a surgeon, physician or another specialist.

  • Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy and supportive or palliative care. Treatment is selected according to the type of cancer and individual clinical circumstances.

  • Yes. Cancer care may involve several specialists. Dr. Taori has experience participating in multidisciplinary tumour boards involving medical oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, radiology and pathology.

  • Patient counselling is included among his areas of clinical expertise, alongside medical oncology treatment planning and supportive care.

  • A treatment plan is based on the type of cancer, its stage and tumour characteristics, together with the patient’s overall health and individual circumstances. Investigations such as imaging, pathology and, where appropriate, biomarker testing help guide the decision.

  • A tumour board is a meeting in which specialists from different disciplines, such as medical oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, radiology and pathology, consider a patient’s diagnosis together. This collaborative approach can help guide a coordinated treatment strategy.

  • Yes. If you have been diagnosed with cancer or need an oncology opinion, a specialist consultation can help clarify your diagnosis and available treatment options. Dr. Taori can review the clinical information and help determine the appropriate medical oncology approach.

  • It helps to bring any medical reports you have, such as scan results, biopsy and pathology reports, blood test results, and a list of current medications and previous treatments. Having this information available allows the specialist to review your case more fully.

  • You can use the Book a Consultation button on this website, or contact the clinic by phone or email using the details on the Contact page.

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