Cancer Care

UMass Memorial Health offers exceptional care for any cancer diagnosis. Our commitment to high-quality services and track record of superior outcomes have earned many of our locations national recognition.

Nationally Recognized Cancer Care in Central Massachusetts and Beyond

UMass Memorial’s Cancer Center is a regional leader in cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment. You have access to distinguished specialists and advanced therapies you might be surprised to find so close to home. People who choose our program consistently feel better and live an excellent quality of life. 

This level of care has earned many of our locations top honors. UMass Memorial Medical Center, UMass Memorial Health – HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital and UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Hospital maintain accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. This distinction is only awarded to programs like ours that meet or exceed rigorous standards for high-quality cancer care. 

Patient-Focused Approach

At UMass Memorial, a well-coordinated team guides every step of your care. You benefit from the expertise of imaging specialists, pathologists, surgeons, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists whose recommendations reflect the latest science in cancer treatment. We work together to tailor the care experience to your medical needs and personal preferences. 

You see many of these specialists in a single appointment, which helps expedite treatment. After a thorough evaluation, we develop a personalized care plan and seamlessly deliver the therapies most appropriate for your diagnosis. A nurse navigator coordinates appointments and answers all your questions. 

Our Cancer Care

Benign Hematology Bone and Soft Tissue Cancer (Sarcomas) Bone Marrow Transplant Brain Tumor Center Breast Cancer Breast Surgery Cancer Genetic Testing Cancer Research and Clinical Trials Cancer Resources and Support Cancer Surgery Cancer Survivorship Program Cancer Treatments Cancers We Treat Car T-Cell Therapy Colorectal Cancer Gastrointestinal Cancer Genitourinary Cancer Hemophilia and Other Bleeding Disorders Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Liver Cancers High-Risk Breast Cancer Clinic Kidney Cancer Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening Lung and Thoracic Cancer Mammography and Breast Imaging Melanoma and Skin Cancer Medical Oncology, Chemotherapy and Other Options Mohs Surgery Palliative Care Pancreatic Cancer Peritoneal Cancer Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy Sickle Cell Disease

Our Cancer Services and Areas of Expertise

We have the services and specialists you need to achieve the best possible outcomes for any type of cancer. Some of these offerings are only available at select locations. 

Our offerings include: 

Screening and Early Detection

The best chances for successful treatment come from catching cancer in its earliest stages. UMass Memorial offers tests such as low-dose CT lung cancer screenings that detect signs of cancer in earlier stages. We carefully monitor people more likely to experience cancer through programs such as our High-Risk Breast Cancer Clinic. We also offer cancer genetic testing to assess and manage your risk of inherited cancers.

Innovative Cancer Treatments

Our program is home to renowned specialists who promptly deliver the therapies you need with careful attention to detail. Your personalized care plan may include newly approved medical oncology options. We also offer surgical procedures and radiation therapy options that are gentler on your body. Get more information about cancer treatment at UMass Memorial.

Cancer Research and Clinical Trials

In partnership with UMass Chan Medical School, our cancer specialists participate in groundbreaking research that's advancing care and outcomes. These efforts bring some of the most promising new methods to our community years before they become the standard of care. Explore cancer research and clinical trials.

Pediatric Hematology and Cancer

UMass Memorial Medical Center – Children’s Medical Center is a trusted source of cancer and blood disorder care in Central Massachusetts and beyond. Pediatric-trained specialists deliver a broad range of tests and treatments that enable younger patients to receive advanced care closer to home. Our holistic approach also includes emotional support for patients and their families. Find out more about pediatric hematology and cancer care. 

UMass Memorial Cancer Center: Why Choose Us?

Compassion

Our entire team is sensitive to the ways cancer impacts your health and emotional well-being. Providers and nurses take time to get to know you as an individual and address your concerns. We also connect you with helpful services, like assistance from social workers and rehabilitative therapies that ease stress and physical discomfort. They are available to you at any point in your care journey. Get more information about cancer resources and support.

 

 

Focus on Quality of Life

Our specialists excel in sophisticated therapies that have fewer long-term side effects, so you are more likely to return to the activities that matter most to you. The team also includes palliative medicine doctors who manage complex pain and help you make informed decisions about your care. After treatment, our Cancer Survivorship Program paves the way toward wellness with personalized follow-up care and testing recommendations.

Dana-Farber Cancer Care Collaborative Member

UMass Memorial is the first academic medical center to join the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Cancer Care Collaborative. This partnership enables our team to coordinate with additional experts in chemotherapy and medical oncology for difficult-to-treat cancers. It helps you receive optimal treatment closer to home.

Get Started

Call 855-UMASS-MD (855-862-7763) to make an appointment with a cancer specialist.

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