Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma
Medullary thyroid carcinoma is an uncommon type of cancer of the thyroid gland that originates in certain cells responsible for producing a calcium-regulating hormone; at times it has a hereditary component.
Which specialists provide care? The endocrinologist studies thyroid function, the oncologist participates in the management of the cancer, and the general surgeon intervenes when a surgical approach is required.
Possible manifestations: it is usually detected as a nodule or lump in the neck; at times it is accompanied by changes in the voice or discomfort when swallowing.
When is an evaluation advisable? In the face of a nodule in the neck or a family history of thyroid tumors, a specialized evaluation helps guide the study in a timely manner.
Data on 19 doctors who treat medullary thyroid carcinoma
Specialties that treat medullary thyroid carcinoma
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in medullary thyroid carcinoma
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Clicerio González Villalpando
Dr. Aquiles Rafael Ayala Ruiz
Dr. Leopoldo Barriguete Parra
Dr. Estenio López López
Dr. Campos Vicente Beltran
Dr. Ramos Xavier Velasco
Dr. Othon Mario Vazquez Andrade
Dr. Marco Antonio Uco Rosado
Dr. Aguirre Alfredo Ulloa
Frequently asked questions
What is medullary thyroid carcinoma?
Medullary thyroid carcinoma is an uncommon type of cancer of the thyroid gland that originates in certain cells responsible for producing a calcium-regulating hormone; at times it has a hereditary component.
Which doctor treats medullary thyroid carcinoma?
Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, endocrinologist, bariatric surgeon, oncologist, general surgeon, endocrinologist.