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| Genetic Testing for People with Lung Cancer When you think of genetics, you may think of inherited characteristics. But the genetic testing recommended for people diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer looks for acquired mutations - mutations in genes that occur as part of cells becoming malignant. And for some people discovering these mutations can direct doctors to the newest treatments available. Read more
| How to Choose an Oncologist What kind of doctors care for people with lung cancer, and how can you choose the best doctors? Read more
| How to Choose a Cancer Center Cancer doctor's don't work alone, but usually as part of a cancer center. What should you look for and think about in choosing the best cancer center to meet your needs? Read more
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