Discovering and Delivering Compassionate, Coordinated Care
UMass Memorial Cancer Center, located in Worcester, MA, is a leader in the treatment of cancers of the digestive system. Patients with malignant (cancerous) tumors, which can sometimes be aggressive, greatly benefit from the early input of specialists - physicians who are experts in these kinds of cancers and researchers who are seeking to discover new treatments.
Our services include treatment for:
- Colorectal cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Appendiceal (appendix) cancer
- Liver tumors
- Anal cancer
- Esophagus cancer
- Endocrine cancer
- Hepatocellular cancer (a type of liver cancer)
- Stomach/gastric cancer
- Peritoneal carcinomatosis
- Bile duct cancer
- Neuroendocrine tumors (cancers that interface between the endocrine (hormonal) system and the nervous system)
- Cancers of the small intestine
The diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers often require the skills of many specialists. The Center for Gastrointestinal Oncology brings together these specialists in a single setting to discuss gastrointestinal cancer care for each of our patients. The team includes geneticists, scientists and researchers who help discover and apply treatments of tomorrow.
| A multidisciplinary team meeting is held each week to plan a thorough treatment program. Decisions about diagnosis and care are made as a team, providing you the best treatment plan possible. Patients also benefit by being able to see all specialists involved with the care plan in one convenient appointment. |
You may also have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials that include breakthrough cancer research.
Ambulatory Care Center
To match the world-class care provided for you, many outpatient cancer care services are located in our Ambulatory Care Center, which offers:
- Spacious and comfortable waiting, treatment and exam rooms
- Private and semi-private infusion rooms
- Quiet contemplative space
- Beautiful views of Lake Quinsigamond
A System Approach
Cancer care is also provided at UMass Memorial Health Care community hospitals: