Cancers We Treat
Schedule an Appointment with a Northwest Medical Group Medical Oncologist
For more information or to schedule an appointment with a medical oncologist, please call the number below.
Call Us: 1-219-983-6260
Types of Cancer We Treat
Cancer patients at Northwest Health - Porter are cared for by a team of oncologists and other professionals who specialize in treating your specific condition. We offer preventive screenings, diagnosis and treatment for many forms of cancer, including:
Second Opinions
Cancer can be a confusing and frightening diagnosis. Asking for a second opinion from a qualified and experienced physician will help confirm the diagnosis and provide additional information about your type and stage of cancer as well as validate proposed treatment options.
To learn more about getting a second opinion from a medical oncologist, please call the number below.
Call Us: 1-219-983-6260
Individualized Treatment Plans
Northwest Health - Porter offers individualized cancer care through a best-practice approach that combines our multidisciplinary health professionals with advanced technologies and treatment.
Medical Oncology & Infusion Services
A medical oncologist is a physician who specializes in the treatment of cancer. Your medical oncologist will review your medical history, conduct physical exams and order diagnostic tests to determine your exact diagnosis, including the stage of your cancer.
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Cancer Surgery
Surgery is often an effective treatment option for people diagnosed with cancer. Surgery used alone or in combination with radiation or chemotherapy may also be part of the treatment plan.
If your cancer treatment requires surgery, the surgeons at Northwest Health - Porter can perform a range of cancer surgeries. Many of the procedures can be performed using minimally invasive techniques in our specially equipped operating rooms, which may offer patients less scarring and a faster recovery.
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Radiation Therapy
The radiation oncology team – board-certified by the American Board of Radiology and accredited by the American College of Radiology – includes radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, PET/CT technologists, radiation therapists, patient navigators and patient service representatives.
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Meet our Radiation Oncology Team