If you remember, the original question here was, how do you evaluate a cancer doctor. As a nurse, I worked with a group of oncologists—all excellent but some personalities got in the way. Most important is education. Do they take the time to attend conferences? Are they board certified? Do they attend tumor board at the hospital? Wonder about the answers- just ask the receptionist in the office. As for personality, oncologists have to deal with such difficult issues everyday, so can be crabby. One doctor was difficult for the nurses, but the patients loved him. After a few run-ins, he and I got along well. I now see one of his colleagues for my treatment for my autoimmune disease. What are YOU looking for in an oncologist?