Onc
Medical abbreviation · Medical Specialty
| Stands for | Oncology |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
Onc stands for Oncology, a medical specialty abbreviation.
Branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats cancer. Medical oncologists give chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy, radiation oncologists deliver radiation and surgical oncologists remove tumors, with care coordinated through multidisciplinary tumor boards.
Example: Onc follow-up in two weeks to start adjuvant chemo.
Usage notes
In the US, medical oncology is an internal medicine subspecialty, usually combined with hematology in a three-year fellowship. Pediatric oncology is typically paired with pediatric hematology. Patients often say "my oncologist" for the physician directing their drug treatment. "Onc" is chart and spoken shorthand rather than a formal service name.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.