Medical Oncology Fellowship Programme

Objectives

• To learn and understand the biology of cancer.
• To learn and understand the principles of treating cancer.
• To learn and understand the proper conduction and interpretation of clinical research.
• To participate in the education of other physicians, staff, and support personnel by preparing and presenting didactic lectures on topics in Hematology/Medical Oncology.
• To understand the psycho-social issues involved in the care of cancer patients and to display compassion for patients and family members. 

Eligibility

• MBBS
• Proficient in English
• A trainee in an oncology unit or a practicing oncologist 

Training Plan

• Participate in daily ward rounds and clinical work.
• Participate in the management of patients in the out-patient setting.
• Learn professional attitudes and behaviours in interacting and communicating with referring physicians.
• Participate in the conduct of clinical trials.
• Participate in clinical research work such as prospective or retrospective studies.
• Attend the various tumor boards during their rotation.
• Special programmes and additional training can be arranged for training to meet their specific goals.