Cancer Center
A cancer diagnosis can be scary and difficult—not only for the patient, but for family and friends as well. At the Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Cancer Center, our goal is to make your experience as easy as possible by providing comprehensive, compassionate, state-of-the-art care in one convenient setting. Using molecular diagnostics and cancer therapy to tailor a treatment plan that’s optimized for each patient, we can locate and treat cancers so precisely, outcomes are better, faster and less invasive than ever before!
Leading Edge Cancer Surgery
Using traditional approaches, minimally-invasive procedures or the latest in image-guided techniques, our cancer specialists are extraordinarily precise in removing the cancer while preserving as much normal tissue and function as possible.
We offer the most advanced treatments for:
- Brain & Spine Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Gynecology Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Lymphoma & Leukemia
- Prostate Cancer
- Skin Cancer
Why Choose Leavey Cancer Center?
We’ve taken the lead as the first and only facility in the San Fernando Valley to offer two of the most cutting-edge pieces of medical equipment available: da Vinci® Si (single incision) Robotic Surgery System, and Trilogy Stereotactic Radiation Therapy. These treatments result in faster, more precise diagnoses, shorter hospital stays and quicker recoveries.
Comprehensive Cancer Center
We’re committed to fulfilling the unique needs of each patient and their family, offering world-class care, support and guidance through every stage of the journey.
Our services include:
- Advanced cancer treatment options, including interventional, radiation and surgical oncology, and chemotherapy
- Life enrichment services, featuring patient navigation, nutrition, massage therapy, and more
- Patient education
- Preventative care
- State-of-the-art diagnostic testing
Advanced Radiation
The Harold & Carole Pump Department of Radiation Oncology is the only treatment center in the San Fernando Valley that provides a robust selection of advanced treatment options like IMRT, Brachytherapy, Mammosite, Leipzig Brachytherapy (new at Northridge Hospital for the treatment of skin cancer), and the Trilogy© Linear Accelerator.
Trusted Chemotherapy
Our innovative therapies offer patients the newest approaches while minimizing side-effects. Some of the most exciting and promising advances in cancer treatment today are in the field of targeted therapy when used with chemotherapy.
Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award
This award reflects our constant commitment to providing the highest level of compassionate care and service to our patients and their families.
Cancer Center Annual Report
Every year, the Cancer Center publishes an Annual Report designed to build community awareness of our cancer services. The report is an overview of the cancer program, as well as data on specific cancer tumor sites.
Click here to view the Cancer Center Annual Report.
Learn More About Cancer Care At Northridge Hospital Medical Center
For more information, please call 818.885.5431. To find a physician, please call 818.908.8677 or use our search tool to Find a Doctor.