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Brain cancer
Cancer of the Brain and Central Nervous SystemThe region’s most experienced Cancer Center is here for you
If you might have a tumor in the brain or spinal cord, you need immediate diagnosis and treatment. The neuro-oncology team at Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Cancer Center is set up to move fast. The team includes specialists in neurosurgery, neurology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology and psychiatry. These team members work quickly to precisely identify the location of the tumor and determine the best treatment for you. The goal is not just to save your life, but to preserve your brain function. Neurosurgeons at Lehigh Valley Hospital can also offer some patients the option of neuroendoscopy, a new and developing tool for diagnosing and treating tumors. You’ll benefit from the skills of doctors who have national reputations. And you'll have the advantages of the latest advances in technology, including Gamma Knife® surgery without a scalpel. After surgery, speech, physical and occupational therapy will help you regain vital functions. Throughout your treatment and recovery, you can expect to be cared for with respect, dignity, kindness and compassion. But don't take our word for it. Our patient satisfaction rating is in the top 1 percent nationwide.
Call 877-722-HOPE (4673) or 610-402-CARE for more information or to request an appointment. This page last updated 2/12/08 04:08 PM
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