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The adult Neuro-oncology Program has a strong focus on cancerous and benign brain tumors. We treat patients with the following types of tumors:
Astrocytoma:
- Grade I – Pilocytic Astrocytoma
- Grade II – Low-grade Astrocytoma
- Grade III – Anaplastic Astrocytoma
- Grade IV – Glioblastoma (GBM)
Chordoma
CNS Lymphoma
Oligodendroglioma
Primitive Neuroectodermal (PNET)
Schwannoma
Craniopharyngioma
Other Gliomas:
- Brain Stem Glioma
- Ependymoma
- Mixed Glioma
- Optic Nerve Glioma
- Subependymoma
Medulloblastoma
Meningioma
Cases are presented at a multidisciplinary tumor board to discuss personalized treatment options for our patients. Treatments are based on diagnosis and health history to offer the optimal outcome for patients.
Treatments
Once patient’s cases have been reviewed and evaluated, they can be offered treatments that include medical management, chemotherapy and the newest therapeutic drugs. They also have an opportunity for additional treatment options such as:
Depending on diagnosis, stage of tumor, patients could also be seen in our Brain Metastases Clinic or Functional Wellness Clinic.
Ask a Question or Make an Appointment
To learn more about any of our neuro-oncology services, treatments or dedicated specialists, call the Rogel Cancer Center’s Cancer AnswerLine™ nurses at 800-865-1125 or to schedule an appointment call the Neuro-oncology Program coordinator at 734-647-8902.*
For location information, please visit the Neuro-oncology Clinic web page.
*Please note: 734-647-8906 and 800-865-1125 are for non-emergencies. If you are having a medical emergency, please contact 911.