De oncoloog
Example: De oncoloog bespreekt de behandelingsmogelijkheden met de patiënt.
Definition
"De oncoloog" refers to a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats cancer. This professional focuses on managing cancer therapies, conducting patient consultations, and coordinating care plans to provide the best possible outcomes for people with cancer.
Etymology
The term "de oncoloog" originates from the Dutch adaptation of the Greek word 'onkos,' meaning mass or tumor, combined with the suffix '-loog,' which denotes a specialist or expert. Did you know? The word highlights the focus on tumors and cancer, emphasizing the specialist's role in oncology.
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"De oncoloog" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Medical Professions - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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