Cancer is personal. So is how we care for you. You don’t have to travel far to get personalized cancer care and support services. Doctors and multispecialty care teams at Ascension St. John Hospital Precision Hematology and Oncology in Southfield, Michigan, collaborate to provide comprehensive 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.
Multispecialty cancer care delivers targeted therapy for your cancer needs
We’re dedicated to delivering targeted cancer therapies with supportive cancer care services. Our specialists routinely review your care plan to help improve your survivorship and quality of life. Your multispecialty care team may include medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, and other cancer specialists. 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
Your care team may also include oncology-certified nurses, palliative care specialists, genetic counselors, dietitians, pharmacists, rehabilitation therapists, social workers and a patient coordinator. We’re here to help support you throughout your treatment, recovery and beyond.
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.
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 campus of Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield. 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).
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
Benefits of cancer care services close to home
At Ascension St. John Hospital Precision Hematology and Oncology, we offer hope and support. Treatment plans may include medications, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, clinical trials, mental health support, rehabilitation and more.. Our network of Ascension Michigan cancer specialists also provide cancer care outreach services across the area, including neighborhoods throughout Southeast Michigan.
Ascension Michigan provides 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.
Cancer support programs and services
When you’re going through cancer care, we’re by your side. Your doctors and care team are here to help, listen and offer services that help support your treatment plan. We offer an extended care team for emotional support and many other supportive services, including:
- Cancer rehabilitation
- Financial aid counselors
- Nutritionists
- Oncology-trained pharmacists
- Palliative care
- Patient and caregiver support groups
- Social work services
