Radiation Oncology Radiologist
Dr. Michael L. Bruin is a Radiation Oncology Radiologist in St. Louis, MO
with special training and skill in administering radiotherapy treatment to reduce or cure cancer.
As a Radiation Oncology Radiologist, Michael L. Bruin, MD performs
radiation-based cancer treatment . Radiation Oncology is
a medical specialty focused on treating cancer using x-ray, gamma ray, electron beam, and proton beam radiation therapies. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Radiation Oncology Radiologists include cancer of the prostate, colon, stomach, ovaries, liver, pancreas, throat, thyroid, and many other types.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Radiation Oncology Radiologists
include external beam radiation therapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic radiosurgery, Gamma Knife therapy, radioembolization, brachytherapy, and proton therapy.
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
Radiation Oncology Radiologists in St. Louis, MO
Hospice and Palliative Physical Medicine Doctor
A physical medicine and rehabilitation physician with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
Hospice And Palliative Physical Medicine Doctors in St. Louis, MO
Medical Oncologist
Dr. Michael L. Bruin is a Medical Oncologist in St. Louis, MO
with special training and skill in treating cancer and providing medical care using chemotherapy and other medications. Medical oncologists are often the main health care providers for cancer patients.
As a Medical Oncologist, Michael L. Bruin, MD performs
chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy. Medical Oncology is
the diagnosis, treatment, and post-treatment care of cancer patients. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Medical Oncologists include skin cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, brain cancer, bone cancer, bladder cancer, and anal cancer.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Medical Oncologists
include chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy.
An internist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign and malignant tumors. This specialist decides on and administers therapy for these malignancies as well as consults with surgeons and radiotherapists on other treatments for cancer.
Medical Oncologists in St. Louis, MO
