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Cancer

Cancer isn't a single disease, but many different diseases in which the body's cells grow uncontrollably and can spread to other parts of the body. The Rogel Cancer Center pulls together experts from a number of fields to diagnose and treat these different forms of cancer.  

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Your Michigan Answer for Cancer

Cancer can affect anyone -- and it affects not only the organs of the body, but the whole person and the whole family. 

The Rogel Cancer Center has a long history of top-quality clinical care, scientific excellence, clinical research and cancer control research. Providing the right care and support for cancer patients includes not only the latest in clinical care, but also treating them like part of our own family. In everything we do, our goal is to reduce the burden of cancer. 

Below is a list of our areas of care, as well as a list of conditions, treatments, programs and resources.   You can also browse an A-Z list of cancer types.

 

 

Areas of Cancer Care
  • Blood Cancers
  • Breast Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancers
  • Endocrine Cancers
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Gynecologic Cancers
  • Head & Neck Cancers
  • Lung Cancer
  • Pediatric Cancer
  • Radiation Therapy
  • Skin Cancer
  • Urologic Cancer

    • See below for a list of cancer types (conditions), treatments, programs and additional resources to help you learn more about your particular cancer and how we can help you.  If you're interested in childhood cancer, please visit our Pediatric Cancer page.

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    Cancer AnswerLine: 800-865-1125

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    You'll find easy-to-understand handouts, videos, websites, and apps. Everything here has been created or reviewed and approved by University of Michigan Health doctors and healthcare providers.

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    Questions about cancer?

    Contact our Cancer AnswerLine™ at 800-865-1125. You'll talk to a nurse with years of experience in cancer care.

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