Cancer Treatments
Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis
When it comes to cancer, an early diagnosis is often the most important aspect of long-term survivability. Diagnosing and staging cancer involves a multidisciplinary team of professionals that includes primary care physicians, surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists and others.
These professionals rely on advanced diagnostic procedures—ranging from blood work and biopsies to detailed MRI and CT scans—to help identify the type and stage of cancer.
Diagnostic services include:
- 1.5 TESLA Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- 3D Digital mammography
- Bone densitometry (DEXA)
- Computed Tomography (CT) scan
- Diagnostic and interventional radiology
- Fluoroscopy
- LDCT - Lung Screening
- Nuclear medicine
- Radiology/Digital X-ray
- Ultrasound
Effective cancer treatment often requires a multidisciplinary approach. At Meadowview Regional Medical Center, we combine the expertise of specialists, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists and additional support services to create a personalized treatment plan for each patient. Treatment options may include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery or a combination of these. Your involvement in the decision-making process is essential, and we prioritize open communication throughout your care.
Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy
Chemotherapy is a treatment that uses medications to destroy or slow the growth of cancer cells. It is often combined with immunotherapy, which helps your immune system fight cancer. During your medication treatment, your medical oncologist will closely monitor your progress and make adjustments based on your body’s response, side effects and treatment goals. Cancer-fighting medications may be administered intravenously (IV), orally (pills) or by injection (shot) at intervals determined by your care team. Most treatments are delivered in an outpatient setting, though some may require a hospital stay. Depending on your diagnosis, your plan may also include other therapies, such as radiation or surgery, to provide a comprehensive approach to care.
Surgery
Using a unique team-based approach, the medical oncology team collaborates with Meadowview Regional Medical Center's radiologists, pathologists, surgeons and radiation oncologists to design a specific treatment plan for each patient. Under the medical oncologist's supervision, our oncology certified nurses administer chemotherapy and other supportive infusion services. Each patient is closely monitored to assess progress and treatment effectiveness.
Length of recovery depends on the type of procedure. If necessary, chemotherapy or radiation therapy may be used before or after surgery.
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