Synopsis
Jointly authored by 89 distinguished medical, surgical, and
radiation oncologists from over 45 medical institutions throughout the
United States, this illustrated 987-page handbook offers the latest
facts on the management of all cancers. Published by PRR,
Inc., publisher of the journals, Oncology, Oncology News, International,
Primary Care & Cancer, and Managed Care & Cancer, this fully indexed
sourcebook expands on the most current techniques on screening,
diagnosing, staging, prognoses, treatments, and outcomes. Written for
both the clinician and patient, this volume also fully presents new
information on just-approved FDA drugs and clinical trials. PRR and
their editors are delighted to report that over 3,400 cancer
professionals have provided unanimous praise for the usefulness and
thoroughness of this noteworthy reference sourcebook.
About the Author
The recipients of numerous awards and renowned by their peers
in the medical field, some of the authors of Cancer Management
have frequently been cited in numerous publications as among the
nation's top doctors. Richard Pazdur, MD, is Associate
Professor of Medicine, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs,
Director of Educational Programs, and Associate Director of Clinical
Trials, all at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer
Center. Lawrence D. Coia, MD, one of the nation's top radiation
oncologists, serves as Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at
the Community Kimball Regional Cancer Center. Frequently listed as one
of the nation's "Top Doctors," Dr. Coia is also recognized by his
peers--both locally and nationally--as a leader in the fight against
cancer. William J. Hoskins, MD, holds numerous positions at Memorial
Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, among them, Chief of Gynecology and
Deputy Physician-in-Chief for Disease Management. Dr. Hoskins is also
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cornell University
Medical College. Lawrence D. Wagman, MD, FACS, a distinguished
surgeon, holds a multitude of appointments, including Associate Research
Scientist, Senior Surgeon in Oncologic Surgery, Director of General
Oncologic Surgery, and Chairman of the Division of Surgery at the City
of Hope National Medical Center.
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