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Where do I find info on different oncologists?
I've only recently been diagnosed with de novo metastatic BC and because I'm in the public health system I didn't get a choice on who treated me. I'm now seeing an oncologist at the Sunshine Coast Uni...
Hi @HinterlandSian
i didn’t have a breast care nurse (and never felt the lack) but yours is there to assist you, so asking advice on an alternative oncologist seems perfectly reasonable. Your GP may also be able to help. While your oncologist may be an excellent practitioner, feeling on the same wavelength is a big plus, if possible. But if not, try and see her as a valuable resource, not someone you have to like. Best wishes.
i didn’t have a breast care nurse (and never felt the lack) but yours is there to assist you, so asking advice on an alternative oncologist seems perfectly reasonable. Your GP may also be able to help. While your oncologist may be an excellent practitioner, feeling on the same wavelength is a big plus, if possible. But if not, try and see her as a valuable resource, not someone you have to like. Best wishes.