At the GW Cancer Center, your treatment plan is built around you. Our multidisciplinary teams combine advanced therapies, leading-edge research, and compassionate care to create a personalized approach that reflects your diagnosis, your goals, and your life. We offer a comprehensive range of cancer treatments, many of which are used in combination to achieve the most effective outcomes.
A Personalized, Team-Based Approach
Your care team includes specialists across medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgery, hematology, and supportive services. Together, they evaluate your condition and recommend a tailored treatment plan that evolves with your needs. We are committed to helping you understand your options, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
Cancer Treatment Options
Chemotherapy uses powerful medications to destroy cancer cells or slow their growth. It may be used alone or alongside other treatments, such as surgery or radiation therapy, depending on your diagnosis.
Immunotherapy helps your immune system recognize and attack cancer cells more effectively. These therapies are designed to work with your body’s natural defenses and may be used for a variety of cancer types.
Hormonal therapy slows or stops the growth of cancers that rely on hormones, such as certain breast and prostate cancers. Treatment may involve medications that block hormone production or interfere with hormone activity.
Precision Medicine and Targeted Therapies
Precision medicine uses the genetic and molecular characteristics of your cancer to guide treatment decisions. Targeted therapies are designed to attack specific features of cancer cells, offering a more focused approach to care.
Radiation therapy uses high-energy beams to destroy cancer cells. It may be used to treat tumors directly, reduce recurrence risk, or relieve symptoms.
Surgery is often used to remove tumors, confirm a diagnosis, or determine the stage of cancer. Our surgical teams use advanced and minimally invasive techniques whenever possible to support recovery and outcomes.
Also known as stem cell transplantation, this treatment replaces damaged bone marrow with healthy cells. It is commonly used for certain blood cancers and conditions affecting the bone marrow.
Cryotherapy uses extreme cold to destroy abnormal or cancerous cells. It may be used for select cancers and precancerous conditions, often in a minimally invasive setting.
Cancer treatment can affect fertility. We offer fertility preservation guidance on options to help protect your ability to have children in the future, including egg, sperm, or embryo preservation, when appropriate.
Coordinated Care at Every Step
From diagnosis through treatment and beyond, your care is carefully coordinated across specialties to ensure a seamless experience. We work closely with you and your care partners to support your health, your well-being, and your quality of life.
Begin Your Care Journey
Choosing where to receive cancer care is an important decision. At the GW Cancer Center, you will find expertise, innovation, and a team dedicated to you.
Request an appointment to explore your treatment options at GW.