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- Educational Events & Programs
- NCCN Annual Conference: Clinical Practice Guidelines & Quality Cancer Care™
- NCCN Annual Congress: Hematologic Malignancies™
- Regional Guidelines in Oncology Symposia
- NCCN Guidelines Update Webinar Series™
- State-of-the-Art Approaches to the Treatment of NSCLC
- NCCN Academy for Excellence & Leadership in Oncology™
- NCCN Resource Tool: REMS
- NCCN CME/CE Programs
- NCCN Oncology Case Management Program™
- NCCN International Programs
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Adult Oncology Services
The work of the Division of Oncology bridges the worlds of basic science, clinical diagnosis and the treatment of cancer. Our basic investigative activities concentrate on immunology, genetics/genomics, pharmacology, DNA repair and oncogene action. Our clinical science covers each cancer type and has a strong focus in clinical trials of new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, as well as in correlative laboratory studies. Medical teams of the
The Division of Oncology is committed to providing innovative, timely, state-of-the art patient care. This commitment is reinforced in our teaching program by our full-time and adjunct clinical faculty members. Ongoing research supports this patient-doctor partnership.
General Information
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· Outpatient care and clinical investigations for ambulatory cancer patients are conducted at the · Inpatients receive care in the dedicated Oncology Service and in the Blood and Marrow Transplant Service, which are located in the · Clinical care is also provided at the Veterans' Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) |
Treatment
There are approximately 200 new outpatient visits per month and 1100 returning patient visits per month, or a total of 15,700 patient visits per year, in the
These clinics are attended by medical oncologists, hematologists, radiation therapists and surgeons. Outpatient clinics in general oncology are held twice weekly at the VAPAHCS. The health care professionals at the
For years, Stanford has used a multidisciplinary approach to tackling the most complex and difficult cancer cases. Our tumor boards are renowned for creating customized treatment plans for patients and improving outcomes. Our nurses and medical technicians are equally well known for their expertise and compassionate care.
State-of-the-Art Patient Care
Designed with the physical and emotional well-being of patients in mind, the warm and welcoming environment of the
One of our missions was to bring together outpatient medical and clinical services into one facility. This consolidation makes treatment more convenient for patients and gives physicians greater opportunities to work together to coordinate optimal patient care.
In addition to the latest treatments and advanced technologies, the
Educating Patients and their Families
An important aspect of patient care is treating the patient as well as addressing the myriad questions family members pose. Patients and their families can access information about their particular condition at the Stanford Cancer Center Library.
Referrals to Stanford
Physicians who wish to consult about cancer patients or make a referral to the Oncology Service should phone 650-498-6000 during business hours, or the 24/7 physicians' hotline at 1.800.756.5000.
For more information, visit www.cancer.stanfordhospital.com or send e-mail to: referralnurse@stanfordmed.org.
International Patients
All international patients are scheduled through International Medical Services (IMS). The patients or their physicians should contact IMS in the
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