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Medical Oncology

Solid-tumor cancers across the body — breast, lung, digestive, urinary, gynecologic, and more. I tailor treatment to your exact diagnosis and to you as a person, drawing on more than four decades of practice and the latest evidence.

How I approach this

I treat solid tumors across the body, and I tailor every treatment to your exact diagnosis and to you as a person. More than four decades at the bedside have taught me that the latest evidence matters most when it is paired with care that listens.

What I treat

Breast

Breast cancer

One of the cancers I treat most often, at every stage, from a first diagnosis to advanced disease.

Hormone-receptor positive · HER2-positive · Triple-negative · Metastatic

We decide on treatment together, weighing what the tumour biology calls for against the life you want to keep living through it.

Lung & chest

Lung cancer

Modern lung-cancer care has changed completely. Targeted therapy and immunotherapy now offer paths that didn’t exist a few years ago.

Non-small-cell (NSCLC) · Small-cell (SCLC) · EGFR / ALK targeted

Mesothelioma

A rare cancer of the chest lining that needs specialised, experienced management, exactly what I provide.

Digestive

Colorectal cancer

From early, curable disease to advanced cases, with treatment matched to your tumour’s molecular profile.

Stomach & esophageal cancer

Coordinated care with surgery and radiation when needed, so nothing about your plan is left in silos.

Pancreatic cancer

A demanding diagnosis where experience matters. I focus on effective treatment and on protecting your quality of life throughout.

Liver & bile duct cancer

Managed in close coordination with liver specialists, with modern targeted and immune treatments where they fit.

Hepatocellular · Cholangiocarcinoma

Neuroendocrine tumors

Often slow-growing tumours that I manage over the long term with targeted, well-tolerated therapies.

Genitourinary

Prostate cancer

Often slow-moving and very manageable, and we’ll match how aggressively to treat to how the disease actually behaves.

Bladder cancer

Treated at every stage, with immunotherapy now a powerful option for many patients.

Kidney cancer

Modern targeted and immune therapies have transformed outcomes, even in advanced disease.

Renal cell carcinoma

Testicular cancer

One of the most curable cancers. Even when advanced, the outlook is usually excellent.

Gynecologic

Ovarian cancer

Treated with surgery and chemotherapy in close partnership, and increasingly with targeted maintenance therapy.

Uterine & endometrial cancer

Frequently caught early and highly treatable, with care tailored to the tumour’s features.

Cervical cancer

Treated with coordinated chemotherapy and radiation, with strong results when addressed promptly.

Head, neck & skin

Head & neck cancer

Complex cancers I treat alongside surgeons and radiation oncologists, with a focus on preserving function.

Oral · Throat · Larynx

Thyroid cancer

Usually very treatable with an excellent long-term outlook, managed in step with endocrine and surgical care.

Melanoma

Advanced skin cancer where immunotherapy has been transformative. Outcomes today are far better than they once were.

Other

Sarcoma

Rare cancers of bone and soft tissue that call for specialised, coordinated treatment.

Bone · Soft tissue

Brain & CNS tumors

Managed in close coordination with neurosurgery and radiation, caring for both the tumour and your daily function.

Cancer of unknown primary

When the origin isn’t clear, I use detailed testing to find the best-matched treatment rather than leaving you in limbo.

Browse all conditions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How soon can I be seen after a new cancer diagnosis?
We know a new cancer diagnosis feels urgent and frightening, so we make every effort to see new patients quickly, usually within a few days. When you book, let us know it’s a new diagnosis and we’ll prioritise your appointment.
Where is treatment such as chemotherapy or infusions given?
Consultations take place at the main clinic in Zaarour Center, and treatments such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy or infusions are given in the hospital’s day-care unit under Professor Bitar’s supervision, with the nursing team beside you. He also consults at Khoury Hospital. Keeping everything connected means your care stays consistent from visit to visit.
Do you give second opinions on a diagnosis or a treatment plan started elsewhere?
Yes. Professor Bitar regularly reviews diagnoses and treatment plans begun elsewhere, whether you’d like reassurance that you’re on the right path or a fresh look at the options. Bring your existing reports and he’ll go through them with you carefully and explain what he would advise.

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