The Division of Thoracic Oncology at the Department of Chest Medicine, VGHTPE, is a specialized unit that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of cancers that affect the chest area, including lung cancer, mesothelioma, and thymic tumors. The division is staffed by highly trained and experienced oncologists who use a multidisciplinary approach to provide personalized care to each patient. They work closely with other specialists, such as radiation oncologists and thoracic surgeons, to develop comprehensive treatment plans that take into account the individual needs and circumstances of each patient. The division utilizes the latest technologies, such as PET-CT scans and genomic testing, to accurately diagnose and stage cancers, and offers a range of treatment options, including chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. Additionally, the division has a strong focus on clinical research and participates in numerous trials to evaluate new treatments and therapies for thoracic cancers. Overall, the Division of Thoracic Oncology at VGHTPE is dedicated to providing the highest level of care for patients with thoracic cancers, with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes and improving quality of life.
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Medical Expertise |
Current Position |
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Yung-Hung Luo, MD |
Thoracic oncology; Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment of Lung cancer; Chest medicine |
Chief, Department of Chest Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital Attending physician, Department of Chest Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital |
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National Yang-Ming University |
Chi-Lu Chiang, MD |
Thoracic oncology, Chest medicine, Respiratory critical care, Interventional pulmonay medicine |
Attending physician, Department of Chest Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital |
Assistant Professor, MD. National Yang-Ming University and Taipei Medical University |
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National Yang-Ming University |
Tseng, Yen-Han, MD |
Thoracic oncology; Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment of Lung cancer; Chest medicine |
Attending physician, Department of Chest Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital |
Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University |
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Chang Gung University |
Huang, Hsu-Ching, MD |
Thoracic oncology, Chest medicine, Respiratory critical care, Interventional pulmonay medicine |
Attending physician, Department of Chest Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital |
Instructor of Yang-Ming university |
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Taipei Medical University |
Shen, Chia-I, MD |
Thoracic oncology, Chest medicine, Respiratory critical care, Interventional pulmonay medicine |
Attending physician, Department of Chest Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital |
Instructor of Yang-Ming university |
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National Yang-Ming University |
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