Synopsis of Clinical Oncology

Authored by some of the world's leading cancer experts from wide ranging disciplines including oncology, radiation oncology, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, and radiology, this compact volume provides authoritative state of the art primer level overviews or the various cancer types, their evaluation, and treatment. Every aspect of oncology is covered with clear, up-to-date descriptions of the general principles and concepts fundamental to attaining a clinical appreciation of the foundations of cancer care.

Each chapter is concise but highlights the basic tenets health care professionals working with cancer patients need to know to understand the diseases and current treatment options. To facilitate review. Key Points are boxed in each chapter summarizing important clinical information and concepts at a glance. This book represents a synthesis of information from some of the top physicians in oncology that is not as easily accessed anywhere else.

Michael D. Stubblefield, MD is Assistant Attending Physiatrist Rehabilitation Medicine Service, Department of Neurology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Assistant Professor of REhabilitation Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University, New York, New York.
Michael W. O'Dell, MD is Chief of Clinical Services Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, Weill Cornell Medical Center and Professor of Clinical Rehabilitation Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College of Cornell University, New York, New York.