Cancer Treatment Built Around You
You are not just a collection of symptoms or a problem to be solved. You’re a human being on a challenging personal journey of healing and discovery. That’s why we’re inspired to provide cancer care with humankindness and go above and beyond what is expected for each and every one of our patients.
Dignity Health offers cancer care in Arizona through the Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center. Whether you are in Phoenix, Chandler or Gilbert – our goal is world-class cancer care, with humankindness.
Cancer refers to the development and growth of abnormal cells in the body. When these cells divide and spread, they form a mass or growth. Cancer can occur anywhere in the body. At Dignity Health, our world-class cancer center is dedicated to excellence in care for all cancer types in Arizona.
Dignity Health’s cancer treatment services are performed by a team of board-certified medical and radiation oncologists, surgeons and cancer care specialists. Supported by dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, and spiritual care experts, our cancer care team works together to ensure you and your family receive the best possible care.
At the Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s, we take a multidisciplinary team approach that includes radiation medicine experts. The radiation oncologists focus on radiation treatment options, while other specialists focus on other aspects of your care. Our doctors provide leading-edge radiation therapies that are unique and may not be available at other centers in our community. Above all, we focus on a precision approach and compassionate care for each patient.
Cancer screenings are tests that look for signs of cancer before you have symptoms. The goal of cancer screenings is to find cancer early, in its most treatable stages. Some screenings can prevent cancer by finding precancerous changes.
At Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph's, our experts are keenly aware of the many different factors that can increase or decrease your overall risk of cancer. Knowing your risk factors is the first step in cancer prevention.
At Dignity Health – Cancer Institute, a major goal of our oncology program is to change the approach to medicine and healthcare by bringing in a more comprehensive, integrative, compassionate and multi-dimensional approach to oncology care. Attend our monthly Lifestyle Management workshop series to gain health and wellness tips in an encouraging and supportive environment. Classes are open to all.
At the Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s, we know that you have enough on your mind without having to navigate through a complex treatment plan. That’s why we aim to make your journey as smooth as possible, from the moment you contact us for your first appointment.
A cancer “survivor” is anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer, living with cancer, in remission, or free from cancer. The Supportive Care and Survivorship Program at the Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s provides care to enhance a cancer survivor’s quality of life at all stages of their disease.
The Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s is committed to treating your cancer with compassion and the most advanced diagnostic and cancer treatment techniques available.
At Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s, we stand firm in our commitment to provide state-of-the art cancer treatment, services for survivors, clinical trial opportunities, and at all times, a compassionate experience. Our patients tell our story best – they are the true heroes.
Dignity Health is your gateway to world-class cancer care. Our cancer services at the Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph's extend beyond the traditional doctor-patient relationship. They start with a range of screening options for early detection and extend through personalized treatment following a cancer diagnosis—enabling you to take charge of your health. To schedule an appointment, (602) 825-2039.
The Dignity Health – Cancer Institute at St. Joseph’s is located on the Phoenix Biomedical Campus in downtown Phoenix. The Dignity Health – Cancer Institute opened the doors to its new facility in 2015 to offer high-quality cancer care services that are collaborative, research-driven, interdisciplinary, translational, and patient-focused.
Our collaborations with the Dignity Health Medical Group St. Joseph's Center for Women’s Health, Norton Thoracic Institute, Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation and Barrow Neurological Institute offer you the top specialists in their field working together with our oncologists—providing the best possible outcome.
For more information about the cancers we treat, please call (602) 825-2039.
