Gastroenterology and Liver Diseases

Gastrointestinal Oncology

Gastrointestinal oncology is a branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, anus, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. Gastrointestinal oncologists are specialized medical professionals who are trained to diagnose and manage cancers affecting these organs. They work closely with other specialists such as surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gastroenterologists, and pathologists to provide comprehensive care to patients with GI cancers. Treatment modalities may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and palliative care, depending on the type and stage of cancer.

This field deals with various types of cancers, including

• Colorectal cancer
• Gastric cancer
• Pancreatic cancer
• Liver cancer
• Other cancers that arise within the GI tract