CANCER: AN INSIDE LOOK AT CARING, CURING AND TREATING Are you interested in a future in medicine? Oncology (treatment of cancer) is a leading medical specialty. In this online course, you'll accompany a patient on their cancer journey. You’ll see what it’s like to be diagnosed, to receive treatment, and how people cope with its spread. Learn the types of treatment and their specialists, along with groundbreaking advances that are changing the lives of patients. If you are interested in pre-med or careers in healthcare, this course is a must. How You Will Benefit: - Delve into genetics and the role of family history in cancer - Discover how cells can transform from benign to malignant - Identify the types of brain cancers and current treatment options such as stereotactic radiology - Learn how pathologists identify skin lesions associated with Melanoma - Explore the Gamma Knife Center and see how minimally invasive radiation is planned and delivered - Learn how cancerous tumors are staged and delve into new research techniques - Understand the role of the medical oncologist and what it's like to manage patients throughout the cancer journey - Discover the many careers associated with the field of cancer and see if it's something you'd like to pursue in the future