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    Explore oncology for understanding cancer diagnosis and treatment. Learn about cancer biology, treatment modalities, and patient care.

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    • Universitat de Barcelona

      Molecular Tumor Board 2023-2024

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Patient Treatment, Medical Science and Research, Treatment Planning, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Internal Medicine, Pharmaceuticals

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Stanford University

      Introduction to Clinical Data

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Clinical Data Management, Unstructured Data, Health Care, Data Mining, Electronic Medical Record, Data Transformation, Data Collection, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      429 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

      Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education and Support, Treatment Planning, Health Care, Care Coordination, Patient Safety, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Research Methodologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Novartis

      Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Document Management, Clinical Data Management, Recruitment, Patient Education and Support, Record Keeping, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Patient Coordination, Data Access, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Staff Management, Patient Safety, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      488 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • MathWorks

      Medical Image Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Radiology, Data Import/Export, Matlab, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Medical Science and Research, Treatment Planning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Stanford University

      Palliative Care Always

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Primary Care, Patient Education and Support, Compassion, Child Welfare, Nursing and Patient Care, Patient Treatment, Pediatrics, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Home Health Care, Stress Management, Communication, Long Term Care, Health Care, Treatment Planning, Empathy, Active Listening, Care Coordination

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Compromiso del paciente: resultados clínicos satisfactorios

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Patient Safety, Primary Care, Patient Education and Support, Health Care, Leadership, Medical Management, Preventative Care, Care Coordination, Health Care Administration, Clinical Experience, Patient Assistance, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Assessment, Professionalism, Science and Research, Clinical Research, Medical Science and Research, Compassion, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Colorado System

      Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Caregiving, Health Assessment, Patient Education and Support, Patient Treatment, Vital Signs, Nursing Care, Treatment Planning, Respiration, Medication Administration

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario

      Skills you'll gain: Health Assessment, Cleanliness, Direct Patient Care, Nursing Care, Patient Safety, Patient Treatment, Nursing Process, Nursing Practices, Infection Control, Surgery, Anatomy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Vanderbilt University

      Case Studies in Personalized Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Science and Research, Biostatistics, Electronic Medical Record, Bioinformatics, General Medicine, Pharmacy, Medical Records, Clinical Research, Probability & Statistics, Clinical Data Management, Pharmaceuticals, Health Care, Life Sciences, Patient Treatment, Statistical Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      496 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • University of Colorado System

      Pain Management: Easing Pain in Palliative Care

      Skills you'll gain: Hospice, Treatment Planning, Medication Administration, Patient Treatment, Nursing Care, Patient Safety, Health Assessment, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Therapies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      184 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Dueling with Pathogens and Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Preventative Care, Pharmaceuticals, Epidemiology, Medical Science and Research, Treatment Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      108 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular oncology courses

    • Molecular Tumor Board 2023-2024: Universitat de Barcelona
    • Introduction to Clinical Data: Stanford University
    • Traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care: From alternative to integrative: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
    • Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
    • Medical Image Processing: MathWorks
    • Palliative Care Always: Stanford University
    • Compromiso del paciente: resultados clínicos satisfactorios: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Easing Physical Symptoms: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore: University of Colorado System
    • Cuidado de heridas en el ámbito hospitalario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Case Studies in Personalized Medicine: Vanderbilt University

    Frequently Asked Questions about Oncology

    Oncology involves studying and treating various forms of cancer. Although there's no cure for the disease, experts in the field use a variety of procedures and techniques to control it or force it into remission. The field of oncology has existed for centuries, with even the ancient Greeks and Egyptians studying the effects of tumors. The word "oncology" comes from the word "oncos," a Greek term for "swelling."‎

    Learning about oncology can help prepare you for a job as an oncologist. There are various types of oncologists, including pediatric oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and surgical oncologists. If you're comfortable working with young patients, aspire to be a pediatric oncologist, a job that involves treating cancer in children. Medical oncologists use methods such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy to treat cancer. Surgical oncologists aim to surgically remove cancerous growths. Radiation oncologists rely on radiation therapy to manage the condition.

    Oncologists don't work alone. Technologists design, operate, and maintain medical equipment, such as the machines used during radiation therapy. Nurses assist oncologists by providing patient care in hospitals. Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians work with life-saving drugs, including those used during chemotherapy. Learning about oncology can help you pursue any of these career paths.‎

    Online course instructors offer video lectures and reading assignments to provide you with opportunities to learn about the oncology field. Some courses focus on specific types of cancer, such as breast cancer or prostate cancer. Others focus on clinical research, drug development, and herbal medicine options that can supplement procedures. You'll also find courses on qualitative data collection and research, practices that allow the field to evolve.

    Most online courses come with flexible deadlines, making it easy to fit the lessons into your personal schedule. Shareable Professional Certificates at the end of courses provide proof of completion.‎

    Online Oncology courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Oncology skills. Choose from a wide range of Oncology courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Oncology, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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