Endocrine Oncology

Endocrine Oncology – Expert Consultations for Thyroid and Hormonal Cancers

Endocrine cancers are very different from most other tumors.
They grow in the body’s hormone-producing glands — mainly the thyroid, adrenal, or parathyroid — and sometimes in the neuroendocrine system.
Some of them grow slowly and stay quiet for years. Others move faster and can disturb the body’s balance of hormones.

At Tel Aviv Medical Clinic, our focus is on helping patients make sense of complex results — scans, biopsies, blood tests — and decide what to do next.
We don’t rush anyone into treatment; we explain, guide, and connect each patient with the right specialists and hospitals in Israel for the next steps.

What Is Endocrine Oncology?

It’s a mix between endocrinology (the study of hormones) and oncology (the study of cancer).
Endocrine oncology looks at tumors that start in glands like the thyroid or adrenal, and also neuroendocrine tumors that appear in organs such as the pancreas or intestines.

The most common one we see is thyroid cancer — usually a slow-growing type with an excellent prognosis.
But we also see more complex tumors like neuroendocrine or adrenal cancers, which sometimes release hormones that affect how you feel every day — your heart rate, blood pressure, energy.

Because these tumors act so differently from each other, no two cases are ever the same.
That’s why each plan — from testing to follow-up — must be personal.

How We Evaluate and Explain Results

Usually, patients come after an ultrasound or MRI found something unusual.
The next step is to confirm what kind of tumor it is — and whether it’s active hormonally.

We go through each report carefully, explain what the doctors meant in simple English,
and sometimes recommend an additional test — for example, a PET-CT or molecular analysis — before any treatment decision.

Our clinic works side by side with Israel’s leading endocrine and oncology departments,
so that every recommendation we make is based on real collaboration — not guesswork.

Treatment Pathways and Advanced Options

We don’t provide treatment ourselves, but we help patients understand what’s available in Israel today.

For thyroid cancer, treatment often starts with surgery, followed by radioactive iodine to destroy any remaining cancer cells.
Not every patient needs that, though — it depends on how the tumor behaves and whether it absorbs iodine.

For neuroendocrine tumors, the main advanced therapy is PRRT — Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy.
It’s a targeted treatment that sends radiation directly to tumor cells using special molecules.
We help patients check eligibility and connect with the hospital units that perform it.

For adrenal and parathyroid cancers, doctors often use targeted drugs that block hormone overproduction or tumor growth.
Sometimes, ongoing medication and monitoring are enough to keep things under control for years.

In every case, we explain the full range of options — the standard ones, and the new ones that might fit your exact diagnosis.

Long-Term Support

Many endocrine cancers behave more like chronic conditions than one-time events.
That’s why we stay with our patients — reviewing lab results, tracking hormones, adjusting medications if needed,
and, most importantly, making sure they always understand what’s happening in their own body.

Frequently Asked Questions

 1. What is the difference between thyroid cancer and other types of endocrine tumors?

Thyroid cancer is the most common endocrine tumor and usually grows slowly.
Neuroendocrine or adrenal tumors are rarer and may affect hormone levels in the entire body.
The treatment and follow-up plans are therefore very different.

 2. When is radioactive iodine therapy used?

It’s used after thyroid surgery when the tumor type “absorbs” iodine — mainly in papillary and follicular thyroid cancers.
Not every patient needs it, so it’s decided after reviewing the pathology results and blood tests.

 3. What is PRRT, and who can get it?

PRRT stands for Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy.
It’s a targeted treatment for neuroendocrine tumors that express somatostatin receptors.
We evaluate eligibility based on PET-CT results and refer patients to centers where PRRT is available.

 4. Can endocrine cancer be cured?

Many types — especially thyroid cancers — have an excellent prognosis when diagnosed early.
Even advanced neuroendocrine tumors can often be managed for years with modern targeted therapy.

 5. What happens during a consultation at Tel Aviv Medical Clinic?

We review your imaging and biopsy reports, explain what they mean in plain language,
and help you decide on the next step — whether it’s surgery, molecular testing, or referral to a specialized center.

Schedule a Consultation

To schedule a private consultation with an endocrine oncology specialist at Tel Aviv Medical Clinic:
📞 Phone: +972-73-374-6844
💬 WhatsApp: +972-52-337-3108
📧 Email: [email protected]