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Who treats children with esophageal cancer?

Source: Childhood Esophageal Cancer, National Cancer Institute.

Source updated: February 12, 2025 · Captured 2026-09-09.

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Context: Treatment of childhood esophageal cancer

A pediatric oncologist, a doctor who specializes in treating children with cancer, oversees treatment for esophageal cancer. The pediatric oncologist works with other health care providers who are experts in treating children with cancer and who specialize in certain areas of medicine. Other specialists may include:

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pediatrician

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pediatric surgeon

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radiation oncologist

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pathologist

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pediatric nurse specialist

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social worker

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rehabilitation specialist

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psychologist

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child-life specialist

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