Learn more about our oncology services
We diagnose and offer care for all types of cancer at our locations in Las Vegas and Henderson. Your oncology team will make sure you’re screened for the most common cancers. If you’ve been diagnosed with a cancer or blood disorder that isn’t listed, just reach out — we’re here to help.
Cancer conditions we treat
- Bladder cancer
- Bone cancer
- Brain cancer
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Kidney cancer
- Leukemia
- Liver cancer
- Lung cancer
- Lymphoma
- Myeloma
- Oral, head and neck cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Skin cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Thyroid cancer
Treatment options
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy
- Ablation therapy
- Stereotactic body radiation therapy
- Stem cell transplantation
Tailored cancer treatment plans, integrated care
In our program, all specialties work together to care for you — oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, doctors, nurses, specialists, researchers, nutritionists, social workers and cancer care advocates. All are led by your primary oncologist, and all are here to guide you and offer needed support.
All your oncology specialists, all under one roof
There’s no need to go to multiple places for cancer care. Both of our cancer care centers offer all essential services under one roof — medical and radiation oncology, hematology, an infusion suite, imaging, breast care, research, genetic counseling, palliative care, social work, nutrition, pharmacy and more.
Priority 24/7 urgent care access
If you're an Optum Cancer Care patient, you’ll get fast, priority care at Southwest Medical Rancho Urgent Care, which is open 24/7. We’ll help you feel better quickly and keep your cancer care team in the loop, so you’re always cared for.
Optum Care Cancer Center
The Optum Cancer Care Center, located in the historic Las Vegas Medical District, is a powerful resource to help you fight cancer. This state-of-the-art, 55,000-square-foot facility offers innovative treatment options in a welcoming setting. It's also home to a patient resource library and Café Java.
Optum Cactus Healthcare Center
Our new cancer center provides Henderson residents with advanced, comfortable care in a spacious and modern facility. Comprehensive services include breast care, medical and radiation oncology, and infusion therapy — all in one location.
Financial guidance to help lower or eliminate treatment costs
The cost of treatment and cancer care can be overwhelming. That’s why we connect patients and families to one of our knowledgeable cancer care advocates, who will help them navigate all financial concerns so bills never pile up.
Our cancer care advocates also:
- Provide information on local and national programs and services that make it easier for patients to get financial assistance
- Guide patients through insurance verifications and financial processes
The experts, services and information you need
Optum tumor board
The only in-house program in Las Vegas, our tumor board is a multispecialty group of 30 physicians who review patients’ cases to develop optimal treatment plans.
Clinical trials
Optum Care Cancer Care offers clinical trials for many types of cancers from the National Cancer Institute and pharmaceutical sponsors.
Breast Center of Excellence
Optum Care Breast Care is a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence — the highest recognition by the National Quality Measure for Breast Centers.
Cancer care FAQ
Our care plans include a holistic cancer care approach. This means we learn all about your:
- Emotional well-being
- Daily habits and lifestyle
- Overall physically health
- The support you’re getting from family and friends
If we think making certain changes will help you, we’ll suggest them. The goal is to help you feel better and improve your general health.
Your care team will include the specialists who best meet your needs, such as:
- Medical specialists
- Nurses who specialize in cancer care
- Oncologists (cancer doctors)
- Surgeons
- Other care professionals, including physical therapists
Your team will help you understand your care options and answer your questions. We’ll also update your primary care doctor and any other doctors who help you.
Chemotherapy, also known as chemo, is a type of cancer care that uses powerful drugs to slow down and stop cancer cell growth. These drugs also fight cancer cells that may have spread to other parts of the body. Often, chemotherapy is used with other types of care, such as radiation and surgery.
The immune system is the part of the body that fights illness. Immunotherapy helps it work harder to fight cancer cells. If you want immunotherapy, we'll help find the best plan for you. Immunotherapy works better for some cancers than others.
Radiation uses beams of energy to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors, which are cancerous growths. Radiation can be used in a number of ways:
- As your main type of cancer care
- Before surgery, to help shrink a cancerous growth
- After surgery, to keep any remaining cancer cells from growing
- In cases of advanced cancer, to help stop pain and other symptoms
There are many types of cancer surgery. Surgery is typically done to help reach one or more of the following goals:
- Preventive surgery removes tissue that is in danger of becoming cancerous. This helps lower your chances of getting cancer.
- Diagnostic surgery (a biopsy) is done to get a tissue sample. The sample is studied to see if it’s cancerous and what type of cancer it is.
- Staging surgery helps find out how big a cancerous growth is and if the cancer has spread.
- Curative surgery is done when there is hope of removing all of the cancerous tissue.
- Palliative surgery is used in cases of cancer that can’t be cured. The goal is to help ease pain.
- Plastic and reconstructive surgeries are done after the main cancer surgery. The goal is to restore a normal appearance or help parts of the body work better.
Wellness care can play an important role in supporting someone with cancer by:
- Improving quality of life
- Helping with symptoms and side effects
Types of wellness care that can help people with cancer include:
- Physical therapy (caring for pain and weakness through exercise)
- Mind-body therapies
- Acupuncture
- Cancer support groups
Helpful cancer resources
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Finding cancer early is important for getting the care you need. Learn more about breast health.
Your prostate after 65: What’s normal
Age increases the chances of prostate problems. Learn more about finding prostate cancer early and what to expect with your care.
6 colon cancer questions to ask your doctor
More than a million Americans are living with colon cancer. Here’s why getting screened early is so important.
*Cancer care services vary by location. Check with your doctor’s office or health plan for specific information.
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