| Cancer |
MultiCare Regional Cancer Center
A complete system of care for every step, every stage.
When you or a loved one are facing cancer, the journey ahead can seem frightening, confusing and a bit overwhelming. But it doesn't have to be that way. At the new MultiCare Regional Cancer Center in MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, you'll find leading-edge technology, talented clinicians and true comprehensive care-right here in the South Sound.Comprehensive cancer care
Cancer diagnosis and treatment can involve multiple physicians, therapists, technologies and approaches administered over weeks and months. At the new MultiCare Regional Cancer Center virtually everything a cancer patient might need is housed under one roof in a welcoming and serene facility. This includes:- The latest medical technologies from robotic-assisted surgery to Rapid Arc radiation treatment
- An infusion center designed with input from actual cancer patients, including: personal entertainment consoles in each chemotherapy chair; chairs arranged to encourage conversation (private and semi-private chairs are also available); sweeping views of Mt. Rainier and Tacoma
- The region's top board-certified specialists with decades of experience treating cancer patients
- Access to clinical trials through our affiliation with Seattle Cancer Care Alliance and the Northwest Community Clinical Oncology Program
- A rehabilitation facility offering everything from physical and occupational therapy to neurological and lymphedema therapy
- Empowering resources such as yoga classes, nutritional guidance, counseling services, support groups and more
- On-site pharmacy, lab and imaging facilities
- Nurse navigators who answer your questions and help guide your care with sensitivity and professionalism
- The Katterhagen Resource Center where patients, their families and the public can learn more about cancer, support services and more
- Healthy Reflections Boutique, offering everything from wigs to mastectomy bras to mineral make-up
Leading the Way
Cancer care has come a long way since MultiCare first began offering oncology services in 1982, particularly in the area of technology. If you’re facing cancer, you want the latest technology to help diagnose and treat the disease. Recent innovations include a new alternative to brain surgery, improved methods for treating and detecting breast cancer, and a more precise way to provide radiation treatment.MultiCare Regional Cancer Center is a network affiliate of the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, giving South Puget Sound residents convenient access to the latest clinical trials and world renowned expertise.
The MultiCare Regional Cancer Center has five locations within the SCCA network. They are located in Tacoma, Auburn, Covington, Gig Harbor and Puyallup.
To learn more about the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, call us at 1-800-351-7955 and we can help you choose the next step that's right for you.
MultiCare Regional Cancer Center is a network affiliate of the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.
MultiCare Regional Cancer Center is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.
MultiCare Health System is only one of two Washington Hospitals awarded the 2009 Commission on Cancer’s (CoC) Outstanding Achievement Award (OAA).
Daniel Moore, MD, medical oncologist, explains the team approach to helping patients battle cancer, which includes the use of clinical trials through MultiCare’s partnership with the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.
Patient Testimonial
Click here to learn more about patient Bill Matthaei and his experience at the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center.
Click here to hear more from Bill Mathaei and his physician, Dr. Daniel Moore, at MultiCare's Regional Cancer Center on Patient Power.