Seminars in Oncology
Volume 32, Issue 2 , Pages 131-133 , April 2005

Supportive oncology-palliative care: What’s in a name?

  • Michael H. Levy, MD, PhD (Guest Editor)

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Michael H. Levy, MD, PhD, Vice Chair, Department of Medical Oncology, Director, Supportive Oncology Program, Fox Chase Cancer Center, 333 Cottman Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111

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doi: 10.1053/j.seminoncol.2005.02.002

Seminars in Oncology
Volume 32, Issue 2 , Pages 131-133 , April 2005