Cancer Treatment & Diagnosis

Cancer experts at Trinity Health Of New England deliver the highest level of care with a personalized touch. We regularly treat common and complex types of cancer, leading to exceptional care. Your treatment plan includes sophisticated therapies and support services that give you the best chances for healing.

Accurate Cancer Diagnosis

At Trinity Health Of New England, exceptional care starts with an accurate cancer diagnosis. We perform a high volume of tests, including mammograms for breast cancer and imaging scans for other cancer types. Our imaging experts and pathologists with expertise in diagnosing cancer, interpret the results. We deliver an accurate cancer diagnosis enabling you to receive the therapies that are best for your needs.

Types of Cancer We Treat
 

Our Cancer Treatment Services

We provide timely cancer treatment and support services that reflect the recommendations of multiple experts. Our team, which includes surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and other specialists, is in regular communication. These frequent touchpoints help us meet your needs throughout your cancer care journey. 
Meet our cancer care team.

Your personalized care plan may include:

• Cancer surgery: You have access to highly skilled surgeons, some with additional training in cancer care. We offer sophisticated procedures, including robotic surgery and other minimally invasive techniques to give you precise care.
  
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• Chemotherapy: We offer a broad range of cancer-fighting (chemotherapy) medications, including newly approved options. Our team includes experienced medical oncologists, who deliver focused care that reflects your needs and preferences.
  
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• Radiation therapy: This treatment uses powerful radiation to break up cancer cells. We use the latest methods to target treatment and protect nearby healthy tissue. Many patients continue going about their daily lives during radiation therapy.
  
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• Clinical trials: Our participation in cancer research and clinical trials gives you access to new treatments. These treatments offer many patients hope for healing when traditional treatments are not successful.
  
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Our Partnership With Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven

Saint Francis Hospital partners with Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven bringing nationally renowned expertise closer to home.

This partnership benefits patients in many ways, including:

• Additional clinical trial opportunities
• Access to newer treatments and care methods
• More hands-on care from cancer nurses and cancer genetics specialists
• Second opinions and care recommendations for complex cases, often without traveling to New Haven

Easy Access to Additional Care and Support  

We take extra steps to help you get the most out of treatment and focus on feeling better. Our team includes nurses and other specialists who are available to you throughout your cancer care journey. We coordinate additional services and treatments precisely when you need them.

You receive additional care and support from:

• Nurse navigators: These nurses provide you with additional assistance, including help making appointments.
• Oncology-trained nurses: If you need chemotherapy, these nurses are by your side during treatment. We often call patients at home to catch any early signs of complications and coordinate additional care if needed.
• Therapists, social workers and other specialists: Our whole-person approach includes specialized services such as physical therapy, help solving practical problems and spiritual care. 
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Services vary by cancer care location.