Newly Diagnosed? What You Should Know
If you or someone you know has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, you're probably thinking hard about what to do next. Educating yourself about lung cancer and understanding the various treatment options that are explained on these pages is a good start. 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 Seattle Cancer Care Alliance 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 trials 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, 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.
Patient Power Interviews
Many of our doctors have been interviewed on Patient Power, a talk show that connects SCCA medical experts with patients on a variety of topics including treatments for lung cancer. Listen to the web casts below and learn more about the team of doctors dedicated to treating patients with lung cancer.
- How Can I Get the Best Care If I Have Lung Cancer? - August 13 2008
Dr. Doug Wood discusses state-of-the-art treatment for lung cancer, highlighting factors that help achieve the best outcomes in early stage lung cancer: meticulous evaluation procedures, specialty training and experience, multi-disciplinary teams, and a wide spectrum of surgical procedures.
Listen Now Read Transcript Download MP3 (right click and save) - Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) - June 4 2008
Dr. Michael Mulligan talks about the benefits of Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS), a complex and minimally-invasive surgery using specialized techniques, including a video camera that allows surgeons to view the chest of a patient during surgery. Listen Now Read Transcript Download MP3 (right click and save) - Lung Cancer Prevention and Early Detection - January 27 2008
Dr. Jason Chien gives listeners an idea of the earliest signs and symptoms to be aware of with lung cancer, and reiterates the devastating effects of smoking tobacco. Listen Now Read Transcript Download MP3 (right click and save) - State-of-the-Art Lung Cancer Treatments - November 28 2007
Dr. Renato Martins explains the major progress in the treatment of lung cancer and how multidisciplinary approaches are helping patients to see what approach is best for them.
Listen Now Read Transcript Download MP3 (right click and save) - Lung Cancer: Better Care and Treatment Options - November 18 2007
Dr. Shilpen Patel joins Andrew Schorr to discuss the latest treatment approaches to lung cancer and the importance of seeking out subspecialists in the field to ensure you are getting the most up-to-date treatment possible. Listen Now Read Transcript Download MP3 (right click and save) - Lung Cancer: Expert Research and New Treatments - November 19 2006
Dr. Michael Mulligan discusses the latest in research and treatment breakthroughs for lung cancer. Listen Now Download MP3 (right click and save)