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Physicians in the Division of Hematology and Medical
Oncology provide diagnosis and treatment of hematologic diseases and cancer
on an outpatient and inpatient basis. Specific cancer treatments include
chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, radioactive isotopes, plasmapheresis,
cytophoresis, and other modalities. Special emphasis is placed on emotional
and nutritional support during the treatment of malignancies.
Hematologic malignancies
- Acute and chronic leukemias
- Myeloproliferative syndromes
- Lymphoproliferative disorders
- Multiple myeloma and other plasma cell dyscrasias
- Hodgkinís and non-Hodgkinís lymphomas
Non-malignant hematology
- Sickle cell anemia and other hemoglobinopathies
- Congenital and acquired anemias
- Disorders of the coagulation system
- Thrombocytopenia and leukopenia
Medical Oncology areas
include:
Solid tumors including:
- Breast
- Lung
- Gastrointestinal (colorectal
and anal)
- Prostate
- Gynecologic (cervical,
ovarian)
- Bladder
- Esophageal
- Testicular
- Central nervous system
Special expertise in the management of end-of-life issues and cancer
pain syndromes, including hospice care.
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