A surgical oncologist is a general surgeon with specialist training in the management of patients diagnosed with cancer. The surgical oncologist uses state of the art techniques to diagnose, stage, and treat various cancers. Dr. Anton Bilchik specializes in surgical oncology at the John Wayne Cancer Clinics, located on the garden level of Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica, California.
Prior to deciding whether or not a patient is a candidate for surgery, a surgical oncologist takes many different factors into account including the type of cancer, as well as its size, location, and stage, to determine the best treatment method. Additionally, a patient’s age and fitness level, as well as any other medical conditions that he or she may have are also taken into consideration prior to surgery.
Surgical oncology incorporates much more than just surgery to remove a tumor. It also involves discussions that are nonsurgical, such as chemotherapy and radiation. The best chance for cure is when an experienced surgical oncologist works closely with teams of other cancer specialists.
Dr. Bilchik is an internationally recognized scientist and oncologist surgeon, who has dedicated his work to improving staging in colon cancer, and minimally invasive techniques for liver and pancreas cancers. No two patients are the same, and, with a personalized approach to cancer care, Dr. Bilchik ensures that each has access to the most current treatments available. Contact Dr. Anton Bilchik at the John Wayne Cancer Clinics today to learn more.
