Cancer Treatment
Those who live in Southwest Oklahoma share a unique survivor’s spirit and a sense of pride. While every Oklahoma town and city is proud to be unique, there’s a common bond. An attitude that says, “We’re in this together.”
The Leading Provider in Cancer Care in Southwest Oklahoma
As the leading provider in cancer care in Southwest Oklahoma, every person involved with treating your cancer is a member of a specially trained team of professionals – oncology physicians, nurses, therapists, clinical nurse specialists, nutritionists, case managers, pharmacists and pastoral care providers. Working closely together, they provide the highest possible level of care for all your medical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Treatment options include, but are not limited to:
Surgery
For the majority of cancer patients, surgery is an integral component to their treatment plan. Patients at Memorial Health System can rest assured they are receiving high-quality surgical services from some of healthcare’s most experienced surgeons. More surgeries are performed at Memorial than any other hospital in Southwest Oklahoma.
Chemotherapy
The Cancer Center and Memorial Health System provide chemotherapy on an outpatient basis. Treatments are administered by registered nurses who are certified in chemotherapy administration and also provide ongoing physical assessments.
Lymphedema Management
The abnormal swelling of a body part as a result of cancer treatment, lymphedema is very manageable.
Radiation Oncology
The Cancer Center is staffed by two radiation oncologists, radiation therapists, registered nurses and support staff.