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Lung Cancer
The Lung Cancer program brings together the medical specialties of thoracic surgery, medical and radiation oncology, pulmonary, pathology and radiology. A multidisciplinary team reviews each newly diagnosed case and works together to evaluate and determine treatment options. Clinical Research options include the newest approaches to early- and late-stage disease presentation.
The Department of Thoracic Surgery incorporates the latest medical technological advances to create the safest, most comfortable and most efficient therapy available. These new therapies include endobronchial laser therapy, endobronchial ultrasound for staging and diagnosis, video–assisted thoracoscopy, esophageal ultra-sound for staging of diagnosis, a lung glue to protect against air leaks, improved chest tubes for comfort and mobility, analgesic delivery systems to decrease postoperative discomfort, and skin glue to eliminate staple and sutures. All combine to create a more comfortable hospital stay and earlier patient discharge.
The Lung Cancer program provides advanced screening and early intervention for high-risk individuals. Additionally, Memorial Cancer Institute has introduced CT Lung Cancer Screenings. Screening is the key to early detection of cancer. The sooner the disease is found, the better the chances of successfully treating it.
The Lung Cancer program currently offers Support Services for patients and their families, including close monitoring nutritional guidance, education services, symptom management and “quality of life” coping strategies. Additionally, integrative medicine is available to supplement standard medical treatment with complementary strategies like acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and vitamin consultation.