Sze T. Lee is an oncologist based on Grattan Street in Parkville, VIC 3010. The work is focused on cancer care, but it also reaches into other serious conditions that can affect the whole body. Appointments are usually about getting a clear plan for what to do next, and making sure patients feel supported along the way.
In many cases, this includes looking after people with cancers such as lung cancer, colorectal cancer, prostate cancer, thyroid cancer, and kidney cancer. There are also brain and nervous system tumours in the mix, including glioblastoma and other types of brain tumour and glioma. Sometimes the care is for lymphomas, like non-Hodgkin lymphoma and DLBCL, and Hodgkin lymphoma, which can be tough emotionally as well as physically.
Care doesn’t only cover “just the tumour”. At times, treatment decisions are made alongside issues like ascites (fluid build-up), and problems linked to the brain’s oxygen levels. There are also conditions that can come up after treatment for blood cancers, such as graft versus host disease (GvHD). The goal is to understand the bigger picture, not just one result on a scan.
Over time, the experience comes from working through complex treatment pathways, helping people weigh up options and manage side effects. It’s the day-to-day side that matters too—answering questions, keeping treatment steps organised, and checking how someone is coping between appointments.
Medical education and training are part of ongoing professional learning, including staying up to date with changing cancer care. For some patients, research can be relevant. Depending on the situation, there may be involvement with clinical trials, or discussions about whether a trial is an option, based on what best fits the person’s health and treatment goals.
If you’re looking for an oncologist in Parkville, Sze T. Lee provides care for a wide range of cancers and related conditions. The approach is practical and grounded, with a focus on clear next steps and steady support through treatment.