Multidisciplinary Multiple Myeloma and Plasma Cell Dyscrasias Clinic

The Multidisciplinary Multiple Myeloma and Plasma Cell Dyscrasias Clinic, located at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center, follows a team approach to care. Your first patient visit is with a doctor and nurse who focus exclusively on multiple myeloma care. Contact us: 734-647-8902

Confirming the diagnosis of multiple myeloma or another plasma disorder is part of your first visit. The specialists also will discuss your case with our medical oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, radiation oncologists, molecular pathologist, registered nurses, nutritionists and social workers, usually on the same day. By involving all our experts, a personalized treatment plan is developed.

We hold a weekly multidisciplinary multiple myeloma tumor board to discuss new patients. A molecular pathologist participates in the tumor board to provide clinical molecular profiling that assist in determining treatments choices and selection of appropriate clinical trials with novel agents. This is particularly helpful for patients establishing care, and also for difficult consultations where referral physicians need an expert second opinion.

We work closely with the University of Michigan Bone Marrow Transplant Program to provide access to stem cell transplants for those multiple myeloma patients who may benefit from the procedure.

Advanced, Personalized Treatment for Multiple Myeloma

There are many treatment options for multiple myeloma, and the list of choices can be confusing. At the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center's Multidisciplinary Multiple Myeloma and Plasma Cell Dyscrasias Program we have a dedicated tumor board that meets weekly and includes experts in medical oncology, radiation, radiation therapy, pathology, molecular pathology, nursing, nutrition and social work. This group then prepares a personalized treatment plan for each patient. Treatments offered at the University of Michigan for multiple myeloma include:

Chemotherapy
Targeted therapy
Biological therapy
Bisphosphonates
Corticosteroids
Radiation
Surgery
immunotherapy
Stem cell transplant
Supportive therapy: Treatments to make the patient’s blood healthier to fight infections or treat anemia; bone pain or loss; and kidney complications.

Managing Symptoms and Side Effects of Multiple Myeloma

Each patient in our clinic is unique and has individual needs associated with cancer care. We offer support for the symptoms or discomforts associated with the disease, help with managing emotions or coping, and other services that help our patients maintain an acceptable quality of life and the ability to continue their familiar daily activities. In fact, we work closely with the Symptom Management and Support Care Program to make sure that our patients maintain independence and increase comfort by managing the symptoms of cancer and side effects of its treatment.

The Symptom Management and Supportive Care Program works in concert with the myeloma team to develop plans of action that address our patients’ needs for medication management for:

Symptom control
Pain
Neuropathy
Cancer nutrition
Physical and occupational therapy
Psychological counseling
Oral anti-cancer therapy management

Multidisciplinary Multiple Myeloma Clinic:

Rogel Cancer Center
1500 East Medical Center Drive
Floor B1, Reception B
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5911

Map and Door-to-Door Driving Directions.

Parking Information

Internal Map for Floor B1.

Scheduling Appointments Online

If you have signed up for an account on the MyUofMHealth patient portal, you can manage and request appointments with your U-M physician online. Under the “Appointments” tab on MyUofMHealth.org, you can view upcoming or past appointments, cancel appointments up to 24 hours before your scheduled time, and request a new appointment.

Visit MyUofMHealth to register for or log into the patient portal.

Helpful Resources

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