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Oncology Department
Services
Medical Oncology Consultations
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Discussions
about diagnoses, staging recommendations,
treatment options, and
prognosis
Surgical
Oncology Consultations
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Discussions about mass removals or biopsies, reconstructive
procedures, minimally invasive surgical techniques
laporascopic,
thoracoscopic and arthroscopic), skin and bone
grafting techniques, limb sparing options, staging
recommendations, and prognosis
Radiologic
Studies
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Thoracic and abdominal radiographs
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Contrast (dye) studies: gastrointestinal, urogenital, vascular,
hepatic (liver)
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Computed tomography (CT scans)
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
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Ultrasound
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Color flow doppler
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Ultrasound-guided aspirates and biopsies
Cytology
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In-house evaluation of lymph nodes, masses, effusions, and
bone marrow
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Nuclear
Medicine
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Radioiodine therapy (131I)
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Kidney function studies (glomerular filtration rate
measurements)
Chemotherapy
Treatment
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Oral chemotherapy medications
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Injectable chemotherapy medications
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Intralesional and intracavitary treatments (direct instillation of
chemotherapy into the tumor itself or the body cavity affected by
the tumor)
Radiation Therapy Consultations
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Discussions
about what radiation therapy is, how it is
administered, and its uses and benefits for
treating cancer
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Immunotherapy
· Tumor vaccines
· Cyclooxygenase inhibitors
· Intereferon therapy
Clinical Trials
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Multi-institutional clinical trials evaluating the efficacy of
new
cancer treatments (This hospital is a member of
the
VeterinaryCooperative Oncology Group)
Long-Term Follow Up
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Close monitoring of cancer patients during therapy and after
completion of treatment
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Hospice Care
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Supportive
care to keep pets with advanced cancers happy and
comfortable
After Hours
Should a problem arise after
normal business hours, the Oncology Department is covered by
the Animal Emergency and Critical Care Center
at Long Island Veterinary Specialists. It is always best to call in
advance when possible, however, if problems arise, do not hesitate
to bring your pet in immediately. This facility is staffed 24-hours
by veterinarians and nurses ready to assist you and your pet.
Your
cooperation and understanding will help us focus our energies on
patient care. We are available to answer any questions you may
have during our daily patient updates.
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