Medical Oncology

At the Florida Hospital Cancer Institute, you can count on the expertise of an entire team of caring, compassionate healthcare professionals to help you or your loved one battle cancer. One of these specialists is your medical oncologist.

A medical oncologist is a doctor who specializes in detecting and treating cancer using medication such as chemotherapy, hormones and analgesics. We have 13 board-certified and expertly trained oncologists who use the most advanced and effective treatments to fight cancer.

Our physicians are known across the country for their exceptional medical skills and patient-focused care. For each treatment option, they will discuss with you the length,

the effectiveness according to data from clinical trials and potential side effects.

What else can you expect from your FHCI medical oncologist?

• an accurate assessment of your problem
• the knowledge and skills to be able to address any symptoms you may have related to the cancer or the treatment
• the appropriate skills to explain your condition and your treatment options to you and your family