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Specialists
When being diagnosed with mesothelioma, during the stage of treatment,
you will come across several type of doctors that specialized in
certain field. Each member works with you on treatments and
overcoming mesothelioma.
The following members that you may come across
General Practioner Generally this
is your physician. Your physician typically are not an expert in
mesothelioma but the practioner serves your medical history to
specialists and consultant that will be working with you.
Respiratory Therapist A member of the
team who works with patient with breathing problems.
Pathologist A member who is an expert in
discovering presence of diseases through examinations of fluids and
excretions.
Medical Oncologist A chemotherapy
specialist.
Radiation Oncologist Specialize in
radiation therapy.
Thoracic Surgeon A member that
is skilled in performing surgery on hearts, chest, and esophagus.
Radiologist A specialist in using x-rays,
and ultrasound.
Diverse professionals are there to provide care for you and help you
overcome mesothelioma.
Speak with your doctor about who you will be meeting to help you overcome
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