What is the role of surgical oncologist in the treatment of gastric cancer?
10.7602/jmis.2023.26.2.47
- Author:
Jeong Ho SONG
1
;
Sang-Yong SON
;
Sang-Uk HAN
Author Information
1. Department of Surgery, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Korea
- Publication Type:Presidential Address
- From:Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery
2023;26(2):47-50
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Surgical oncologist plays a pivotal role in treating patients with cancer in the era of precision medicine. In this article, we summarized traditional roles of surgical oncologists and suggested further additional ones for the modern day in the multidisciplinary approach to gastric cancer treatment.