Dr. Paul Heller MD
Oncologist | Medical Oncology
100 Madison Avenue Box 109 Morristown New Jersey, 07962Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Paul Heller is an oncologist practicing in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Heller specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. As an oncologist, Dr. Heller manages and oversees the treatment of a cancer patient after he or she has been diagnosed with the disease. Oncologists will care for their patients throughout the course of the disease. Types of oncologists include medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, pediatric oncologists and hematologist oncologists.
Education and Training
New York Medical College
New York Medical College 1968
Board Certification
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology- OBGYN
Provider Details
Dr. Paul Heller MD's Expert Contributions
Is a loss of appetite common in chemotherapy patients?
Yes, loss of appetite does happen. Often this is due to change of taste. However try to eat smaller meals. Perhaps change foods or texture. READ MORE
How does the HPV vaccine help in preventing the risk of cervical cancer?
The HPV vaccine act to increase immunity to several HPV viruses. There are 15 types of HPV virus that can eventually cause pre malignant or malignant changes in the cervix. However not all 15 have a preventable vaccine. It is best to continue thorough gyn exams even if vaccinated READ MORE
I want to get pregnant but I have undergone chemotherapy 2 years back. Is it advisable to conceive?
If you completed chemo 2 years ago, I would recommend fertility evaluation. Some chemo can affect reproduction. READ MORE
Are there any chances for regrowth of my breasts?
Not if breast tissue is removed. See a plastic surgeon about implants if desired. READ MORE
My father is suffering from excessive sleepiness and loss of appetite due to his chemotherapy. Is it normal?
This happens with chemo. Check with his oncologist for advice. READ MORE
My father is suffering from severe diarrhea as a result of his chemotherapy. What should we do?
Chemo can cause diarrhea. Tell this to his oncologist for a remedy. READ MORE
What are the chances of a relapse of cancer?
Any cancer can reoccur. Careful follow-up and appropriate testing is mandatory. READ MORE
How is endometrial cancer treated?
If she only had a D & C to diagnose the cancer, she needs a imaging study and / or a complete examination by a gynecologic oncologist to determine the extent of the cancer. Most endometrial cancer is treated by total hysterectomy, oophorectomy and pelvic node sampling first. Depending upon the reports of pathology radiation and occasionally chemo is given. However most endometrial cancer is discovered at an early stage. But the complete evaluation must be done to determine the extent of cancer. READ MORE
Can cancer cause short-term memory loss?
The memory problems are likely related to the chemotherapy. READ MORE
Will a viral infection worsen my condition during chemotherapy?
I agree with your physician. READ MORE
What are the risks involved in getting pregnant after cancer treatment?
If you are free of cancer and not receiving chemotherapy there is no issue. READ MORE
A friend of mine has been diagnosed with non-necrotic lymph node. What does this mean?
This is a non-specific diagnosis. Why was the node removed? Does this person have cancer? If so, what type? READ MORE
If I was diagnosed with cervical cancer, did i definitely have HPV first?
HPV is the etiologic agent (cause) of cervical cancer. Over ninety nine percent of cervical cancer and pre cancer (dysplasia) have an associated HPV. This has been researched for years. Unfortunately, this is sexually transmitted in most instances. The most common types of cervical cancer, squamous and adeno are associated with HPV. There are 13 to 15 types of high risk HPV viruses. The most prevalent of these are HPV 16 and 18. These two are the cause of 67% of these diseases. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Fibroids
- Ovarian Cancer
- Pain
- Wrinkle & Scar Improvement
Internships
- Flower Fifth Hospital
Fellowships
- New york Medical College
Professional Society Memberships
- Society of Gyno-Oncology, American College of Surgeons
What do you attribute your success to?
- His father was a physician.
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