The neuro-oncologist
Example: The neuro-oncologist explained the treatment options clearly to the patient.
Definition
The neuro-oncologist is a medical specialist focused on diagnosing and treating cancers of the nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. They combine expertise in neurology and oncology to provide targeted care for patients with neurological tumors.
Etymology
The term "neuro-oncologist" combines 'neuro-', derived from the Greek word 'neuron' meaning nerve, and 'oncologist', from the Greek 'onkos' meaning mass or tumor and '-logist' meaning specialist. Did you know? The field emerged as cancer treatments became more specialized to address complex nervous system tumors.
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"The neuro-oncologist" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Medical Professions - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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