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Primary: Radiologist

Sub-Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology

Additional Specialties: Diagnostic Radiology, Radiology, Nuclear Radiology

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Fax: (251) 316-3583

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Gerald L Wallace Annex Bldg

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Oaks W Allen

Dr. Walter Allen Oaks, MD

DR W Allen Oaks MD Phys

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http://www.mobilemolecular.com

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Specialties: Diagnostic Radiology, Radiology, Nuclear Radiology

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Phone: (251) 316-3868

Address: 100 Memorial Hospital Dr Ste 1E, Mobile, AL 36608

Website: http://www.mobilemolecular.com

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Arthritis
Solitary Pulmonary Nodules can also be caused by a variety of inflammatory or noninfectious causes too. These may be from rheumatoid arthritis, sarcoidosis, granulomatosis with polyangiitis, or a lipoid.
Medical Weight Loss
Symptoms typically are not noticed until the cancer has advanced. The following are the most common symptoms: abdominal pain that can be felt in your back, fatigue, dark urine, itchy skin, light stools, blood clots, diabetes, yellowing of the skin, loss of appetite, or weight loss. You will want to see your physician if you experience any symptoms that are worrying to you. The symptoms for pancreatic symptom may be thought to be a result of something else.
Smoking Cessation
Once you have completed your bladder cancer treatment, continue going to see your physician regularly and proceeding with testing as needed. Ask your physician if there are support groups for others that have gone through bladder cancer as well. Have a close group of friends who you trust to talk to about how you are feeling and communicate regularly. It is important to not feel defeated. If you are a smoker and need help quitting, reach out to your physician for smoking cessation help. Get enough sleep, exercise, and eat well. Ask for help as much as you need...
Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy may be used to diagnose colon cancer. It uses a long, flexible tube with a video camera to monitor the entire colon. If there are any suspicious areas, then your physician will take a biopsy.
Constipation
Erectile Dysfunction
Urinary Incontinence
Prostate cancer, as well as treatment, can both lead to urinary incontinence. You may want to ask your physician about treatments for urinary incontinence as well.
Diarrhea
Pneumonia

Pelvic Pain

Bladder Cancer
The most common form of cancer is bladder cancer and is found in almost 68,000 adults in the United States. This type of cancer is more common in men than women and happens at almost any age; though it is more common in older adults. Bladder cancer will always begin in the urothelial cells, which line the bladder. This type of cancer may also be found in the urinary tract drainage system. We can usually diagnose bladder cancer in its early stages. When it is caught in its earliest stages, then it can be very simple to treat. When you have completed bladder cancer treatment, you must continue to follow up with your physician through testing to ensure the cancer does not come back or advance to the next stages of cancer.
Kidney Cancer
Kidney cancer is cancer that begins in the kidneys. The most common type of kidney cancer is renal cell carcinoma. There are a variety of other types of kidney cancers that may occur. In children, the most common type of kidney cancer is a Wilms’ tumor. Kidney cancer is typically discovered during the early stages before the cancer spreads to other parts of the body.
Ovarian Cancer
There is no real clear cause of ovarian cancer, but there are many factors that can indicate if you are at a higher risk for ovarian cancer. Cancer begins when there is a mutation in the Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA). The cells will begin to rapidly grow and not die, which leads to a mass or tumor forming.
Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer originates in the cervix. The cervix is the area that is located in the lower part of the uterus. In most cases, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), the sexually transmitted infection, causes cervical cancer. When the body has been exposed to HPV, the immune system will typically take care of it, but in some cases, the body will let the virus live for a few years which changes the cervical cells into cancer cells.
Colon Cancer
Colon cancer is the type of cancer that begins in the large intestine, or colon. The colon is the last part of the digestive tract. This type of cancer is typically found in older adults, but it can occur at any age. Small polyps, or benign lumps, are typically the first stage of colon cancer, and overtime they develop into colon cancer. When the polyps are small, they rarely produce any symptoms. It is recommended to have frequent examinations in an effort to prevent the spread of colon cancer. If you have colon cancer, there are many types of treatments available to control it, such as surgery, radiation, or drug treatments. Colon cancer may also be referred to as rectal cancer or colorectal cancer.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a cancer that begins in the prostate. This type of cancer is the most common type of cancer found in men. Prostate cancer typically grows very slow and does not spread to outside of the prostate. Some types of prostate cancer are seen to be more aggressive, however. Treatment is typically successful, especially when the cancer is caught early. The prostate is a small gland, shaped like a walnut in men.
Cancer Care
At Mobile Molecular Imaging, we provide the most sensitive high-resolution imaging available to ensure that patients receive the most accurate test results possible. By offering Discovery ST, a redesigned digital PET / CT system, we are able to provide physicians with more diagnostic confidence and optimize cancer care for patients.
Lung Cancer
A Solitary Pulmonary Nodule is a small abnormality that is located in the lung. This abnormality is usually under three millimeter in diameter. In a chest x-ray, an abnormality must be at least one millimeter before it is detected. A Solitary Pulmonary Nodule is typically surrounded by normal lung tissues and there are typically no other abnormalities in the lungs or lymph nodes. Solitary Pulmonary Nodules typically do not experience any symptoms and are only noticed by chance during an x-ray. They are typically noncancerous but can be an indication of the early stages of lung cancer. A prompt diagnosis or treatment of lung cancer is essential.

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Diabetes Care
Thyroid
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid cancer is cancer that originates in the thyroid. The thyroid produces hormones that regulate weight, blood pressure, heart rate, and body temperature. This organ is located in the base of the neck. You may not notice any symptoms in the beginning, as symptoms may not develop until later. The most common symptom is pain and swelling in the neck. There are multiple types of thyroid cancer and they each grow at different rates. Treatment for thyroid cancer is typically very successful. Thyroid cancer is becoming more and more common, but it may be due to advanced screenings.

Ultrasound
Cryoablation is a treatment that is done by inserting a hollow needle through the skin by using visuals from an ultrasound. Cold gas is put through the needle to freeze the cancer cells.
MRI
The first step in diagnosing lymphoma is to go through a physical exam. Your physician will check all of your lymph nodes, which includes your liver, spleen, groin, underarm and neck. Your physician may also want to remove a lymph node and have it biopsied to see if there are lymphoma cells are present and what type of cells are involved. A blood test can be done to count the number of cells that are in your blood. A bone marrow aspiration and biopsy may be ordered in some cases as well. This will include inserting a needle into the hip bone to extract bone marrow and analyzing the cells. An imaging test may be done to see if there are signs of lymphoma in other parts of the body. This may be a computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or positron emission tomography (PET) scan. Depending on your situation, your physician may order a variety of other tests.
X-Rays
Computed Tomography
Chest x-rays or computerized tomography (CT) scans are the first way to detect Solitary Pulmonary Nodules. A CT scan is the most accurate way to confirm the location of the nodule. The nodule must be at least one millimeter to be detected on a chest x-ray, and most of the time this is detected as the physician is scanning for something else in the chest. Solitary Pulmonary Nodules are usually around eight to ten millimeters in diameter. These imaging tests can show so much information, such as shape, cavitation, growth rate, size, and calcification pattern. Your physician will study this to see more information about your Solitary Pulmonary Nodules. While a chest x-ray may be the first step to diagnosis, a CT scan is the better option to see a clear picture.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a cancer treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. This drug can be administered through your vein or taken as a pill. You and your physician will decide which works best for you.
Radiation Therapy
If you have been exposed to radiation therapy, radon gas, asbestos, or other carcinogens, you are also at a high risk.

Plastic Surgeons

Laparoscopic Surgery
There are a few different types of surgery that may be recommended for colon cancer. A polypectomy is a surgery that is done to remove the polyps during the colonoscopy. This can only be done in the first stages. Larger polyps may be removed during an endoscopic mucosal resection. Laparoscopic surgery is done when polyps cannot be removed during the colonoscopy. This is done through an operation where small incisions are made through the abdomen. For more advanced colon cancer, a partial colectomy can be done to remove part of the colon that contains the cancer. When it is not possible for the colon to be removed successfully, the physician may create a new way for waste to leave the body. Lymph node removal may also be done. If the cancer is in severe stages, then there are other surgery options that are available. You will want to consult your physician for this.

Skin Cancer
Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. This type of cancer begins in the melanocytes, which are the cells that produce melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives skin it’s color. Melanoma can sometimes occur in the eyes, nose, or throat. The cause of melanoma is unclear, but is assumed to occur after longtime exposure to UV light or sunlight. Women under the age of 40 are at an increased risked. This type of cancer can be treated if detected early.
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