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There are four different types of specialists who look after people with cancer:

• surgeons, who are usually the first to be consulted if there are primary or secondary tumours that are removable (but who are not necessarily cancer specialists)

• medical oncologists, who specialize in the treatment of cancer with chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy

• palliative care physicians, whose role is to help manage your symptoms, and arrange for your support and care

• anaesthetists, who can offer specialist help if there is a problem with severe, ongoing pain.

It varies from place to place whether you see an oncologist or surgeon first, but it is wise to make sure you do see an oncologist at some point because they are specialists in cancer and its treatment. Ask your GP whether there are any other relevant specialists who may be able to help you.