Introduction
High Expertise
In the 21st century, anti-cancer chemotherapy has undergone remarkable growth, and the best treatment method is changing so quickly that high expertise is required. In line with this global trend, Gil Medical Center requests all cancer patients who need chemotherapy to a specialized and experienced medical oncologist. We provide the best and latest targeted therapy, immuno-cancer treatment, and general anti-cancer treatment in line with international standards.
Active Clinical Research
In many cases, cancer is still difficult to cure and a life-threatening disease. Gil Medical Center's oncologists are fighting cancer through active research. All specialists are participating or involved with national cancer projects and committed to development of new anticancer drugs through partnerships with leading domestic and global pharmaceutical companies and other hospitals. Gil Medical Cener provides opportunities for cancer patients to participate in various clinical studies as well, which its level of expertise is at the top in nation.
The Best Multi-disciplinary Consultation System in Korea
In addition to drugs, cancer treatment requires radiotherapy and surgery and many medical professionals with diverse specialties are involved in diagnosing cancer. Gil Medical Center's oncology department, in collaboration with IBM Watson for Oncology (Artificial Intelligence Cancer Center), guides the most appropriate treatment to cancer patients on top of medication.
The Best Multi-disciplinary Consultation System in Korea
Oncology's expertise lies in improving the quality of life of cancer patients, including pain management, symptom management and emotional support on top of chemotherapy. We offer various kinds of support, including connection with social servicesfor those who have financial difficulties with treatment, anti-cancer education by cancer coordinator, mental health clinic, cancer treatment skin clinic, pain clinic for symptom control, home care services, advisory ward hospice care for terminally ill patients. As a regional cancer center in Incheon, it plays an important role in oncology in various health courses and projects conducted not only for cancer treatment but also for prevention and management.
After being diagnosed with cancer, you should be very nervous and intimidated especially if you are expecting cancer treatment. During your course of treatment, our oncologists and nurses at Gil Medical Center will help you and support you.
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Stomach cancer click to collapse contents
Stomach cancer is the second largest cancer outbreak. From cancer screening recommendation, adults over age of 40, who have an increased rate of gastric cancer, are required to be screened once every two years without any symptoms. When diagnosed with stomach cancer, the degree of disease progression (stage) is determined to establish treatment plan. Stomach cancer treatment includes endoscopic resection, surgery, and chemotherapy. Anti-cancer chemotherapy is performed when metastasis is accompanied as well as to prevent recurrence even if it is determined as stage 2 or 3 after surgery.