Cancer Care
Explore educational information about cancer care, treatment approaches and specialist oncology.
Care focus
Medical & Hemato Oncology
Cancer education topics
Cancer types
These pages explain cancer types and general care concepts. Their inclusion is educational and does not indicate that every treatment or service is available at this hospital.
Detailed care information
The following sections explain treatment terms in general language. They are educational resources, not a hospital service list or an individual treatment recommendation.
Medical oncology covers systemic cancer treatment and treatment planning. A specialist may consider the cancer type, extent of disease, pathology, biomarker information, previous treatment and overall clinical condition when discussing options.
Chemotherapy uses medicines to kill cancer cells or stop their growth. It may be used alone or with other treatments, and it is often delivered in cycles with treatment and recovery periods.
Hematologic oncology deals with cancers involving blood, bone marrow and the lymphatic system. Lymphoma and multiple myeloma contain different subtypes, so treatment is based on the specific condition.
Targeted therapy acts on specific molecular features involved in cancer growth. Hormonal therapy can slow or stop cancers that depend on particular hormones, when clinically appropriate.
Immunotherapy helps the immune system fight cancer. Different immunotherapies work in different ways, and suitability depends on the cancer and clinical assessment.
A PICC line or implanted port can provide central venous access for selected intravenous treatments and blood draws. The treating team decides whether central access is appropriate.
Patient perspective
Use this website to understand general terminology and prepare questions. Discuss your individual condition and treatment with a qualified medical professional.
