number of oncology practices in us
In 2014, approximately 11,500 hematologists and/or medical oncologists provided care to US patients with cancer, a modest 1.6% increase from the previous year. 9 Altogether, more than 18,000 physicians provide oncology subspecialty patient care, including gynecologic oncology, pediatric hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology. 10 Additionally, more than 3,000 advanced practice providers provide oncology care across the country, including nurse practitioners, doctors of ...