Cancer often involves other medical issues, both during and after treatment. In addition to medical, radiation and surgical oncologists, a patient’s medical team at M. D. Anderson – Orlando may include an internist from the Cancer Medicine Specialty Section. Our specialists provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment and management of cancer or cancer-related health issues.
M. D. Anderson – Orlando’s Cancer Medicine Department is made up of:
- Internal Medicine
- Palliative and Supportive Care
Treatment
Some patients at M.D. Anderson – Orlando may have pre-existing medical conditions that can be aggravated by cancer or its treatment.
These health issues must be managed along with the cancer so our patients can handle aggressive therapies and have a better chance of successful outcomes. Working closely with your primary physician and cancer medical team, our internists will play an active role in your care.
Our physicians see patients on request for a wide range of acute non-cancer related medical problems such as:
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Heart Disease
- Hypertension
- Thyroid Dysfunction
- Other metabolic disorders
You have enough to worry about without having to go from one health care facility to another. Here at M. D. Anderson – Orlando, we provide complete medical care under one roof, which means all of your doctors are on the same team.
Our Team of Experts
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