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Whether you've recently been diagnosed with lung cancer or another thoracic malignancy or referred to our program for a lung nodule assessment, you're probably concerned about what comes next.
At the Thoracic Cancer Program at Tufts Medical Center, care begins with a fast, effective evaluation. Using the latest techniques, our team of experts provides an accurate diagnosis while minimizing additional testing. This means less worrying for you and your family.
Our highly skilled doctors and nurses understand the challenges you face, delivering comprehensive, compassionate treatment for all malignancies of the chest, including:
We also provide follow-up evaluation in our Lung Nodule Evaluation Center. Lung nodules are abnormalities commonly observed on a CT scan. They may be cancerous or noncancerous, and our experts will give you a diagnosis quickly so that you'll know your treatment options as soon as possible. Call us today at 617-636-6227 or request an appointment online with one of our specialists.
Your treatment options depend on your specific disease and how far it has advanced.
Surgery
Surgery is often the first step in treating tumors of the chest, particularly if they are early-stage. Whenever possible, our experienced surgeons use minimally invasive techniques such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery to reduce your pain, risk and recovery time.
For early-stage cancers, surgery may be enough to eliminate the tumors. For more advanced cancers within the chest, surgery is often followed by radiation and/or chemotherapy.
Radiosurgery & Radiation Therapy
Patients with early-stage lung cancer who aren't candidates for traditional surgery may receive stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT). This noninvasive treatment uses large doses of precisely focused radiation to kill cancer cells with minimal side effects.
We also use traditional radiation therapy to treat thoracic cancers such as lung cancer, often in combination with surgery.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy and other "targeted" cancer-fighting medications can be used alone or in combination with other therapies. They're often prescribed to reduce tumor size prior to a surgical resection (removing all or a portion of the lung) or to prevent reoccurrence following surgery.
Our doctors use advanced molecular profiling to determine if targeted anti-cancer drugs — which usually have fewer side effects than traditional chemotherapy — are appropriate for you.
Clinical Trials
In addition to the above treatment options, you may have access to some of the most promising clinical trials here and across the country.
Our doctors all have extensive experience treating patients with lung cancer, esophageal cancer and other thoracic cancers. Our team includes thoracic surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists, medical and interventional pulmonologists, gastroenterologists and nutritionists as well as experts in pain management and palliative care. Your individualized care team will include the necessary specialists to provide the best possible treatment for your cancer type.
If a recent imaging test has revealed nodules or "spots" on your lungs, our doctors will work closely with the expert team in the Lung Nodule Evaluation Center to provide you with a prompt evaluation. Our assessment will determine the nature of the nodule, the need for further testing and, if necessary, the ideal follow-up plan for your condition.
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Title(s): Hematologist/Oncologist; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Medicine, Hematology/Oncology Appt. Phone: 617-636-6227 Fax #: 617-636-8538
Medical Oncology, lung cancer, thoracic cancer
Title(s): Radiation Oncologist; Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Radiation Oncology Appt. Phone: 617-636-6161 Fax #: 617-636-6131
Radiotherapy for lung cancer, gastrointestinal tract cancers, breast and head and neck cancers, thoracic tumors
Title(s): Thoracic Surgeon; Assistant Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Surgery, Thoracic Surgery Appt. Phone: 617-636-5589 Fax #: 617-636-9095
General thoracic and foregut surgery, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, surgical robotics, lung cancer
Title(s): Radiation Oncologist; Clinic Director; Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Radiation Oncology, Pediatric Radiation Oncology Appt. Phone: 617-636-6161 Fax #: 617-636-4513
Oncologic consultation for general radiotherapy and Gamma Knife, pediatric radiation oncology, lung cancer
Title(s): Hematologist/Oncologist; Assistant Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Medicine, Hematology/Oncology Appt. Phone: 617-636-6227 Fax #: 617-636-8538
Lung cancer, melanoma, thoracic cancer
Title(s): Associate Chief Medical Officer, Graduate Medical Education; Associate Program Director, Internal Medicine Residency; Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine Appt. Phone: 617-636-6377 Fax #: 617-636-1649
General pulmonology, pulmonary hypertension, critical care medicine
Title(s): Medical Director, Lowell General Hospital ICU; Section Chief of Critical Care, Lowell General Hospital; Director, Rapid Response Team; Adult Sleep Medicine Attending; Assistant Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine Appt. Phone: 617-636-6377 Fax #: 617-636-1649
Pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine, adult sleep medicine
Title(s): ICU Director, MelroseWakefield Hospital; Director, Interventional Pulmonary Service; Associate Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine Department(s): Medicine, Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine Appt. Phone: 617-636-6377 Fax #: 617-636-1649
Interventional pulmonology, Thoracic oncology, lung cancer, thoracic tumors, Complex airway diseases, Advanced bronchoscopies, Pleural diseases and Emphysema valve program
In the Thoracic Cancer Program, we know a cancer diagnosis can affect every aspect of your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Here, your doctor takes the time to get to know you because we believe individualized treatment means more than prescribing therapies — it means caring for you as a person from the moment you walk through our door.
We pair every patient with a nurse navigator who sets up appointments, follows up on your care and answers any questions you have. Your nurse navigator also connects you and your family with services such as pain management, nutrition counseling and support groups.
