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Even though his father passed away at a young age from cancer, Dr. Bradley Switzer says his interest in medicine mostly came when he was an undergraduate student at USC. “One of my teachers, a physiologist, had a big interest in cancer and I wound up being fascinated by the science of it,” he explains. “After I graduated, I did some research work but ultimately decided that I needed to go to medical school. I did enjoy doing research but felt I needed more of the human factor in my work…helping people just struck a chord with me.”
At Reliant Dr. Switzer treats all different types of cancers. However, he has specific expertise in treating cancer of the bowel, appendix, liver and other internal organs. Dr. Switzer believes in spending as much time as possible communicating with his patients. “My style is to sit down and have a frank conversation. My first visit with most of my oncology patients is well over an hour. That’s because when you are first diagnosed with cancer, you have a million questions. And I want to make sure that everyone completely understands as much as they can about the care plan and the steps going forward, and that takes time.”
Dr. Switzer admits that it’s not always easy emotionally treating people with cancer, but that he finds his work very gratifying. “In many ways the most difficult thing about oncology is also the most rewarding. You’re helping people on this journey and you naturally get close to them. You share a little about yourself and get to know them and their families and that’s very rewarding. However, when things don’t go well, you are also emotionally involved and that can be difficult.”
In recent years Dr. Switzer has become very excited about how the latest scientific breakthroughs are transforming cancer care. “We are making great strides every day. That’s one of the reasons I like Hemotology/Oncology, things are constantly changing and that’s a good thing. One of the most exciting areas in cancer treatment is immunotherapy. It’s a concept people have been working on for a long time. How can we enhance the body’s own immune system to attack cancer? It’s only in the past 5-10 years that we have been successful with it. It’s making an impact on everything from skin cancer to lung cancer treatments. Immunotherapy is really at the forefront of cancer care now.”
When he is not busy helping his patients, Dr. Switzer likes to spend time with his wife and three children. He also enjoys the outdoors and loves to go camping and hiking.
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This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Awesome experience.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I recommend Dr. Bradley Switzer, my oncologist, to anyone who has cancer. He is the best doctor I have ever had throughout my entire life, and because we're talking about cancer, which can be very tricky and confusing, you want the best there is - and that's Dr. Switzer. No need to run to Boston, which is what some people still think.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Switzer has an excellent bedside manner and explained things so that I could easily understand. He patiently listened and answered all of my questions
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very professional and personable.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I left a brand new doctor feeling that I am going to be well taken care of by him. A great feeling !!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr Switzer I can't say enough about such a caring doctor. He's the best. Reliant is lucky to have him.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I feel *Dr. Switzer has provided me with very good care as I travel this cancer journey.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I am grateful to have *Dr. Switzer as an oncologist.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
DR. SWITZER IS VERY THOROUGH AND TAKES HIS TIME- A GREAT EXPEIENCE
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
*Dr. Switzer is wonderful!!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Switzer has and remands an outstanding person and Dr.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Completely up-to-date on my situation.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
All good on my send for this topic.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Doctor was wonderful.
Hematology/Oncology
ABIM Certification in Internal Medicine
ABIM Certification in Internal Medicine -Hematology
ABIM Certification in Medical Oncology
Fellowship: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Internship & Residency: University of Massachusetts Medical School
Doctor of Medicine: St. George’s University
Bachelor of Arts: Southern California College
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