Van Elslander Cancer Center

Delivering personalized cancer care

At Van Elslander Cancer Center, our doctors and nurses listen to understand your health care needs and concerns and answer your questions. Then, we deliver a care plan with personalized cancer treatments and support programs. Our medical, radiation and surgical oncologists, oncology-certified nurses, palliative care specialists, genetic counselors, dietitians, and rehabilitation therapists focus on your needs. We’re dedicated to supporting you throughout your cancer treatment. 

Cancer care closer to home

Our doctors and care team offer treatments for many types of adult cancer. We offer hope and support while delivering advanced care options. In Michigan, we have a network of cancer specialists. Our specialty care programs feature innovative treatments, including:

• Radiation oncology

• Medical oncology

• Pediatric oncology

• Surgical oncology

• High dose-rate afterloading (HDR) treatment program

• High Dose Brachytherapy

• External beam therapy including IMRT

• Mobile PET CT

• Genetic counseling

• Clinical trials

• Social work

• Dietician

• Financial counseling

Specialized cancer programs

We know that each type of cancer is different. That’s why we have programs dedicated to treating your type of cancer. Our programs include:

• The Jerome Williams Gastric Cancer Program

• The Ken & Deborah Meade Pediatric Hematology Oncology Center

• The Robert & Victoria Liggett Breast Center

• The Breast Cancer Center

Cancer screenings and advanced diagnostic testing

We make getting access to screening tests more convenient with online scheduling. The 3D mammogram, Breast MRI for higher breast density and low-dose CT lung scan produce high-definition images to improve the detection of cancers. Ask your doctor what screening tests are right for you.

Genetic risk assessment and counseling services are available. We provide BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 screening as part of our high-risk breast clinic program.