L'oncòleg
Example: L'oncòleg va explicar el tractament al pacient avui.
Definition
"L'oncòleg" is a medical professional specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancer. This specialist works closely with patients to develop and oversee cancer care plans, including chemotherapy, radiation, and other therapies.
Etymology
The word "l'oncòleg" comes from the Greek 'onkos,' meaning mass or tumor, combined with the suffix '-logy,' meaning study. It literally refers to a specialist who studies tumors. Did you know that the term reflects the focus on understanding and treating abnormal growths in the body?
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