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By Professor Andrew Wardley
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By Professor Andrew Baildam
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Medical oncology
Family history of breast cancer: When should I see a specialist?
You might wonder when family history of breast cancer leads to needing having further medical attention. For example, if your cousin has breast cancer, should you arrange an appointment to see your GP? For an in-depth take on exactly when further investigation, like gene testing, is required, is leading oncoplastic breast surgeon Professor Andrew Baildam. In this informative and comprehensive article he also goes into expert detail about managing risk of developing breast cancer, how risk is measured and warning signs of breast cancer.
By Professor Andrew Wardley
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Medical oncology
Tomorrow’s medicines today: Clinical trials for breast cancer drugs
Highly respected consultant medical oncologist and breast cancer specialist Professor Andrew Wardley shares his expertise on clinical trials for breast cancer drugs and how they have benefitted outcomes for patients over the years in this informative article.
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By Dr Omar Khan
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