Butler Health System | Butler Health | Fall 2018

Cancer is a complex disease. That’s why people who have it may see more than one cancer doctor, each with a specific area of expertise. These doctors are called oncologists. They help people with cancer understand the disease and their treatment options. They also lead the patient’s health care team in delivering high-quality, individu- alized cancer therapy. Oncologists generally fall into one of three categories: » » Surgical oncologists. They specialize in remov- ing cancerous tissues and performing biopsies when cancer is suspected. » » Radiological oncologists. They are in charge of Read about our cancer services at BHScancercenter.org . Hillman is right here at World-renowned UPMC Hillman Cancer Center care is available to you, right in Butler County. For five years, our comprehensive team at Butler Health System has been delivering world-class care to our community as part of the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center network. New advances in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment are being developed every day and brought to you close to home. Why travel for world-class cancer care when you don’t have to? Learn more at UPMCHillman.com/Butler . NCI Designated Comprehensive CancerCenter UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at Butler Health System Medical Oncology • 129 Oneida Valley Road, Suite 311, Butler, PA 16001 • 724-482-2717 Radiation Oncology • 102 Technology Drive, Suite 110, Butler, PA 16001 • 724-482-2679 any radiation therapy that may be needed. » » Medical oncologists. They are experts in che- motherapy and oversee any hormonal or biological therapies. A medical oncologist may also coordinate a patient’s overall cancer care. Oncologists are cancer experts Since effective cancer treatment may require a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radia- tion, many people with cancer require services from more than one oncologist. In addition, some doctors are further trained to specialize in treating certain types of cancer. For instance: » » Gynecological oncologists treat women with cancers of the reproductive system, including cervi- cal and uterine cancers. » » Pediatric oncologists treat children and teens with cancer. » » Hematologist oncologists specialize in treat- ing people with leukemia or other blood-based cancers. Of course, oncologists aren’t the only ones who help people with cancer. Nurses, social workers, physical therapists, radiation technicians, laboratory specialists and many others may all be involved with patients during and after cancer treatment. Sources: American Academy of Pediatrics; American Society for Radiation Oncology; American Society of Clinical Oncology; National Cancer Institute What is an oncologist? Butler Health System oncologists are, from left, Victor Onufrey, MD; Rushir Choksi, MD; Melissa Cyr, DO; Hung-Chi Ho, MD; and Cynthia Evans, MD. HEALTH LINK 6 |