Colorectal cancer

Oncologists in our leading-edge facilities are equipped to perform a variety of treatment options for any cancer diagnosis, including surgery when necessary. They will always explore every treatment option available and will recommend a plan based on your specific diagnosis and medical history.

The types of colon and rectal cancers we treat include:

• Adenocarcinomas, which are the most common type of colorectal cancer and grow on the tissue lining the blood vessels and organs
• Carcinoid tumors, which are a rare type of slow-growing cancer
• Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs), which most often grow in the stomach or small intestine from special cells found in the gastrointestinal tract
• Lymphomas, which grow from infection-fighting cells
• Sarcomas, which are found in bones and soft tissues

We treat all types of anal cancers, including:

• Squamous cell carcinomas, which form in cells found in the outer surface of the skin
• Anal carcinoma in situ, or Bowen's disease, which is a rare type of skin cancer that doesn't spread to nearby normal tissue
• Basal cell carcinomas and melanomas, which are two types of skin cancer

Our colorectal specialists offer a complete range of minimally invasive and nonsurgical treatment options. Through our oncology program, we'll develop a care plan tailored to your diagnosis that may include colorectal cancer surgery, including the option for robotic-assisted surgery in some cases, and nonsurgical colorectal cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. You may also benefit from additional services available through our gastrointestinal program.

We know a cancer diagnosis affects more than your physical health. That's why cancer support groups are a major part of cancer care at Medical City Healthcare. If you've just learned about a cancer diagnosis, are supporting a loved one through treatment or are transitioning into survivorship, we can connect you with a local community for ongoing care.