Cancer Pain Center - Harrisonburg, VA
Harrisonburg Oncologist Doctors for Cancer PainType of Physician: Oncologist What is a Oncologist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine. Oncologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. They decide on and administer chemotherapy as well as consult with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer. Specialty: Medical Oncology Common Name: Cancer Doctor Oncologist Doctors in Harrisonburg * University Of VA Hmtlgy/Onclgy  University Virginia Hosp Urlgy Harrisonburg, VirginiaUpcoming Local Events2013-05-18
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Cancer PainIntroductionThe majority of people with cancer will experience pain at some time or another. The pain can result from the cancer itself, or from the cancers treatment. In addition, some people who have been cured of their cancer can con... Other Related Cancer Pain ArticlesEmergency Contact for Harrisonburg
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