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HinterlandSian
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4 years ago

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...
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Julez1958
Member
4 years ago
Hi I was in th Private system and my ( Amazing  female) GP referred me to my ( amazing) breast cancer surgeon who in turn referred me to my plastic surgeon , radiologist and oncologist.
All have been fabulous.
but if you are not connecting with your oncologist that is a worry as that is someone you are going to have a long term relationship with.
I agree with the others in here, have a chat with your GP and beast care nurse about whether you can be connected up with another  oncologist.
All the best.
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