Dr. Jovita Un Oruwari MD
Surgical Oncologist | Surgical Oncology
15945 Clayton Rd Suite 120 Ballwin MO, 63011Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Jovita Oruwari is a surgical oncologist practicing in Ballwin, MO. Dr. Oruwari specializes in diagnosing, staging and treating cancer-related symptoms. Surgical oncologists also decide if the patient is a candidate for surgery or other cancer treatments based on certain factors such as age, physical fitness and other possible coexisting medical conditions
Education and Training
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1993
Rutgers 1993
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Dr. Jovita Un Oruwari MD's Expert Contributions
Do breast cysts go away on their own?
Sometimes they can READ MORE
What type of CT is used for cancer screenings?
Cancers are not generally screened with CT READ MORE
Does radiation therapy make you go bald?
No READ MORE
Does radiation shorten your life?
No it does not READ MORE
Do I need a biopsy to determine the tumor type before surgery?
Generally yes if the tumor is accessible to biopsy READ MORE
What can you not do during radiation treatment?
Sun Hot tubs READ MORE
What conditions does surgical oncology diagnose?
Surgical oncologists diagnose cancers in general. READ MORE
Can chemotherapy heal blood disorders?
Yes. READ MORE
Can I drive after radiation treatment?
Yes you can. READ MORE
Is chemotherapy effective for blood cancers?
Yes READ MORE
Is it worth it to have colon resection surgery?
Yes! READ MORE
What doctors to see for fighting breast cancer?
You need a breast surgeon, one that has fellowship training. They will help you coordinate a medical oncologist and a radiation oncologist. Good luck to you and your wife. READ MORE
What is a lump on my right side pubic area?
You need to see a doctor to examine you! READ MORE
It feels like I have something under my skin. What could it be?
It is probably an inflamed skin cyst. Please see a doctor to make sure. You may need antibiotics. READ MORE
Why is there a big lump on my head?
Sounds like you need to go see your doctor for a check up. READ MORE
What is the lump in my breast
Please see your doctor for imaging - mammogram and ultrasound. 80% of breast lumps are benign. But it needs to be looked at!!!! READ MORE
When should I have a benign tumor removed?
If it starts to grow or if it becomes bothersome like pain and discomfort READ MORE
Should I do something with my neck cyst?
If you have not, you will need to folllow up with ent surgeon Jovita READ MORE
How often do tumors come back after being removed?
Recurrence depends on the biology of the tumor. Sine have a higher risk of coming back. So the treatment matters. Surgery has to have widely free margins. Radiation must be part of the treatment and chemo if recommended is also important to decrease risk of recurrence READ MORE
Can tumors be removed without surgery?
Not really. Cancer cells can be killed or shrunk with chemo therapy and or radiation. Will need to discuss options with your oncologist. READ MORE
Treatments
- Breast Surgery
- Gynecomastia
- Breast Cancer
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
- Lymphedema
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