Sarcoma Program
The Sarcoma Program combines
the expertise of several different doctors, nurses
and other health care professionals. This program
is led by Richard
Lackman, MD, orthopaedic oncologist, and Arthur
Staddon, MD, medical oncologist.
Our Team
This interdisciplinary team approach means that
experts in treatment, nutrition, support and
other areas will assist you in developing a total
body approach to your cancer treatment. Our patient-centered
approach ensures that you and your family will
get the medical care and emotional support that
you need.
Our program
includes doctors from
all the fields necessary to properly treat and
diagnose bone or soft tissue sarcomas, including
specialists in:
- orthopaedic oncology
- surgical oncology
- medical oncology
- radiation oncology
- diagnostic radiology
- pathology
An experienced nurse practitioner who works
exclusively with sarcoma patients is an important
part of the team. Nurses, social workers, nutritionists,
physical therapists and prosthetists are also
an integral part of your care. Our faculty and
staff will take the time to
explain your condition and treatment options
in understandable terms and will follow you throughout
the course of your treatment.
Clinical Trials
Our clinical trials program offers innovative approaches to treating
these cancers with a focus on limb preservation and quality of life. And, our
research program brings the latest technical advances directly to you, our
patients. Learn more about Joan Karnell Cance Center's clinical research and
partnership with TrialCheck®.
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