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Holy Cross Hospital Inc.4725 N Federal Highway, Cancer Center, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308 map
Dr. Omar Rashid is a surgical oncologist in Ft Lauderdale, FL. He specializes in the surgical removal of cancerous tumors and growths.
Holy Cross Hospital Inc.
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Omar Rashid graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 2006.
Dr. Rashid has one office in Florida where he specializes in Surgical Oncology and General Surgery.
Dr. Rashid works with one doctor, Dr. Ishai Ross.
Specialties
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Surgical Oncology
Surgical oncologists offer surgical treatment for patients suffering from a variety of cancers. The goal of a surgical oncologist is to stop the advancement of the disease through surgical intervention, sending the patient into remission. Dr. Rashid may offer a range of surgical treatment types including preventive surgery, curative surgery, diagnostic surgery, debulking surgery, palliative surgery, restorative surgery, and more. Dr. may offer surgery in conjunction with other treatments like radiation therapy, chemotherapy or hormone therapy.
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General Surgery
As a general surgeon in Florida, Dr. Rashid performs a range of of surgeries and operations, usually focusing on areas and organs of the abdomen and their related organs. Dr. Rashid may utilize invasive or minimally-invasive surgical techniques, with the latter reducing recovery time and stress on the patient's body.
Education & Training
Hospital Affiliations
- Holy Cross Hospital
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