Everett E. Vokes
Everett E. Vokes is a renowned oncologist specializing in head and neck cancer and lung cancer. He is currently the John E. Ultmann Professor of Medicine and Radiation Oncology at the University of Chicago.
Pronunciation
Everett E. Vokes is pronounced as /ˈɛvərɪt/ /i:/ /voʊks/.
Etymology
The name Everett is of Old English origin, meaning "brave as a wild boar". The middle initial E. stands for Edward, an English name meaning "wealthy guardian". Vokes is a surname of Welsh origin.
Career
Everett E. Vokes is known for his work in the development of chemotherapy regimens for head and neck cancers and lung cancers. He has been involved in numerous clinical trials and has contributed significantly to the field of oncology.
Related Terms
- Oncology: The study and treatment of tumors.
- Head and Neck Cancer: A group of cancers that start within the mouth, nose, throat, larynx, sinuses, or salivary glands.
- Lung Cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the lungs.
- Chemotherapy: A type of cancer treatment that uses one or more anti-cancer drugs as part of a standardized chemotherapy regimen.
- Clinical Trials: Experiments or observations done in clinical research.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Everett E. Vokes
- Wikipedia's article - Everett E. Vokes
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