The Cancer Center at Clara Maass is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a community hospital comprehensive cancer program. A multidisciplinary approach utilizes the expertise of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, nurses, dietitians and social workers.

The unit features state-of-the-art technology and equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, and patients have access to the latest drugs, research and clinical trials.

Diagnostic oncology services include stereotactic breast biopsy, MRI, CT Scan, ultrasonography and early detection screenings. The ACQSIM, a CT-based virtual simulator that enables physicians to map out precise treatment sites with millimeter accuracy, is in use as well as two linear accelerators and a three-dimensional mapping system. Treatments range from chemotherapy to surgery to radiation, including radioactive seed implants for prostate cancer and high dose rate radiation. The inpatient Oncology Unit is staffed by dedicated oncology nurses and a VIP suite is available. Patients and families can utilize a solarium and resource area and a nurse educator is on staff to provide assistance.

For more information, please call 1-800-CLARA-MAASS