Cancer care

Oncologists and care teams at Ascension Providence deliver compassionate, personalized cancer care focused on you.

Cancer care in Waco

Cancer is personal — so is the way we care for you at Ascension Providence

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About cancer care at Ascension Providence

A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. At Ascension Providence in Waco, Texas, you are not alone. Our team of navigators and care providers work together to create individualized treatment plans and are there to guide and support you through every step of the journey. 

Here, your care team is part of a team of a national network of cancer specialists, sharing best practices and the latest in cancer care knowledge and research — bringing advanced care closer to home.

Commission on Cancer Accredited Program

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Ascension Providence is a Commission on Cancer (CoC) accredited facility. This means our cancer program must maintain compliance with 34 CoC quality care standards and maintain levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive, patient-centered care.

The CoC accreditation program provides a framework for Ascension Providence to improve its quality of patient care through various programs that focus on the full spectrum of cancer care. We are able to benchmark our program against some of the best programs in the nation and gain insights and best practices to continually improve patient care for our community.

Additionally, Ascension Providence takes a multidisciplinary approach to treating cancer involving a wide array of care providers and support resources who work together for the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Multidisciplinary cancer care team

Multidisciplinary cancer care team

Get a second opinion on your cancer diagnosis or care plan

Get the confidence and peace of mind that your doctor and care plan are right for you. It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension Providence. We can review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options.

When you are facing a new cancer diagnosis or deciding on a surgical or therapeutic treatment plan, there’s a lot to think about. Our cancer specialists can provide a second opinion, based on our experience and as part of a national team.

Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records on your behalf, so they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.

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Featured locations

Ascension Providence Hospital
6901 Medical Pkwy
Waco, TX 76712

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