Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute

Specialists at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute in Baltimore, MD, deliver compassionate cancer care that's right for you.

Compassionate cancer care

Doctors and a multispecialty care team of oncology-certified nurses, palliative care specialists, genetic counselors, dietitians, pharmacists, rehabilitation therapists, social workers and our new patient consult coordinator at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute provide advanced cancer care. Your oncologist starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Then, your cancer care team works with you to create a personalized care plan.

We’re dedicated to delivering targeted cancer therapies with supportive cancer care services. Your care team may include medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and surgeons.

We diagnose and treat many types of cancer, including:

  • Blood disorders, anemia, blood clots (DVT, PE)
  • Brain cancer
  • Breast, ductal and lymph node cancer
  • Cancers of the blood, including leukemia, multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloproliferative neoplasm
  • Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, including colon, liver and pancreatic
  • Genitourinary (GU) cancers, including bladder, prostate and kidney
  • Gynecologic cancers, including endometrial, ovarian and cervical
  • Head and neck cancers
  • Lung and esophageal cancer
  • Skin cancer, including basal cell, melanoma and squamous cell
  • Other types of cancer

Benefits of cancer care services close to home

At Ascension Saint Agnes Cancer Institute, we offer hope and support. Treatment options include specialized cancer treatments, clinical trials and a healing place for your body, mind and spirit. Our network of Ascension Saint Agnes cancer specialists also provide cancer care outreach services across the area, including neighborhoods throughout Baltimore County and in Catonsville, Columbia, Elliott City and Laurel, Maryland.

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Our care team is here to help answer your questions and connect you with supportive care services and cancer rehabilitation programs. Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital provides wraparound services that support your recovery after having chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery. We offer a range of services on our campus, with convenient valet parking. Transportation to and from appointments can be arranged for you. Our oncology care teams work together to help make your appointments as easy and coordinated as possible.

Advanced tests help target cancer cells and tumors

Our cancer care team does a thorough medical evaluation and uses a range of tests to diagnose your condition. We offer easy scheduling for tests at:

3D mammograms, breast MRI, and low-dose CT lung scans are high-definition image studies that help improve the detection of hard-to-find cancers. All our services are located on the Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital campus. Other services include biopsy procedures, advanced radiology imaging, minimally invasive endoscopic procedures, ultrasound-image-guided procedures of the chest and abdomen, and more. We also offer tumor testing for personal molecular targets and hereditary cancer genes (for example, BRCA genes, Lynch syndrome, BFAF mutations, germline and tumor cells). Telehealth genetic counseling is now available.

Medical oncology treatments are provided in a comfortable infusion center. Chemotherapy and other treatments may involve oral, intravenous (IV) or topical medication therapy. These treatments may be combined with surgery or other treatments.

  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Hormone therapy
  • Management of oral targeted therapy

Radiation oncology offers advanced, targeted radiotherapy and radiosurgery to destroy cancer cells and tumors. Our radiation oncology delivery systems use MIM Maestro® software to help track tumors and cancer cells. We offer a range of advanced treatments, including:

  • Brachytherapy
  • External beam radiation therapy (EBRT) with image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT)
  • Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and stereotactic radiation therapy (SRT)
  • TomoTherapy® with a 360-degree delivery system

Surgeons specializing in breast surgery and reconstruction, gastric surgery, lung and chest surgery, and urologic surgery deliver advanced surgical treatments. Minimally invasive techniques are used whenever possible. Image-guided and computer-assisted technology with high-definition navigation helps your surgeon remove a tumor while preserving healthy tissue. Minimally invasive surgery helps promote healing and reduce scarring, for example:

  • Endobronchial thoracic surgery
  • Hidden scar, a breast surgery technique
  • Mohs microsurgery
  • Reconstructive breast plastic surgery
  • Robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Xi system

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Cancer support programs and services

We offer an extended care team for emotional support — chaplain, palliative care specialist and oncology-certified social worker. Our healing garden and chapel are always open for you and your loved ones. Other services include:

  • Cancer rehabilitation
  • Financial aid counselors
  • Nutritionists
  • Oncology-trained pharmacists
  • Patient and caregiver support groups

Frequently asked questions

  • What is your cancer center known for? 

    When you choose Ascension Saint Agnes, you get a national team of experienced cancer specialists, sharing best practices and the latest in cancer care knowledge and research.

    At Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital Cancer Institute, we provide many primary and advanced treatments for all types of cancer, including:

    • Brachytherapy
    • Breast-conserving surgery
    • Breast reconstruction and reshaping
    • Chemoembolization
    • Stereotactic
    • Endoscopic procedures for head, neck and GI
    • External beam radiation
    • Gastrointestinal pill camera
    • Hidden Scar™ breast surgery
    • Hormone therapy
    • Immunotherapy and advanced targeted drug therapy
    • Intraoperative surgery, combining surgery with chemotherapy or radiation therapy
    • Minimally invasive breast biopsy with magseed, fine needle, wire localization
    • Mohs dermatologic skin surgery
    • Robotic-assisted gynecologic surgery
    • Stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic radiation therapy
    • TomoTherapy®
    • Video-assisted thoracic surgery
  • Is financial assistance and support available?

    We can connect you with resources and programs that may be able to help you and your family with options for financial assistance. Our financial counseling team is here to listen to your concerns and work with you to help find options that meet your needs. Your cancer care navigator can connect you to a financial counselor or oncology social worker.

  • My doctor told me about an enhanced recovery program. What is that?

    Surgical oncologists and anesthesiologists provide enhanced recovery pathways as part of your surgical care plan. They are an important part of our cancer treatment programs. Each pathway is personalized for different types of cancer treatment, to help speed up your recovery after surgery. Your care team uses these protocols to help you prepare for what to expect before, during and after surgery.

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  • Is there insurance coverage for screenings and other cancer services?

    Ascension is committed to helping find assistance for those who do not have insurance sufficient to cover their healthcare costs and to working with our patients in a compassionate and caring manner. We may be able to help you through our financial partnerships and resources. Our representatives are happy to provide you an estimate of your financial responsibility after your insurance company pays their portion. We can also provide you additional information about our self-pay discounts, financial assistance policy and additional payment plan options. For more information, please visit financial assistance. Ascension provides healthcare services without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.