Suspected or Newly Diagnosed Lung Cancer

If you or someone you know is suspected of having lung cancer or has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, you’re probably thinking hard about what to do next.

The Lung Cancer Early Detection & Prevention Clinic at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) is the gateway to rapid diagnosis and treatment for lung cancer. The mission of this clinic is to improve the length and quality of life among patients at risk for lung cancer and other disorders caused by tobacco. We fulfill our mission by delivering and integrating state-of-the-art clinical care and research focused on enhancing prevention, early detection and treatment.

If you have already recieved a diagnosis, educating yourself about lung cancer and understanding the various treatment options that are explained on these pages are good starts. However, your most important decision is selecting where to get your cancer treated. 
 
Studies have shown that the first treatment you receive for cancer is by far the most important. That’s why your first choice in a treatment center needs to be the right one. Patients who begin their treatment at SCCA often have better outcomes than those who started treatment elsewhere. Not only can you expect the best standard of care available, patients at SCCA have access to advanced therapies and treatments being explored in over a dozen ongoing clinical studies for lung cancer conducted at SCCA’s parent organizations, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and UW Medicine.
 
Everything you need is right here: a world-class team of surgeons, medical oncologists, radiology oncologists and pathologists who specialize in lung cancer. You’ll also find the most advanced diagnostic, treatment, clinical studies and recovery programs—as well as extensive support to help you cope with your cancer.
 
At SCCA we view treatment as a collaborative effort. Your doctors will discuss all your options and recommend a treatment plan based on your type of cancer and how it’s progressed. We’ll also consider your general health, lifestyle and personal preferences.