Creighton University Medical Center Cancer Center
Creighton University Medical Center Cancer Center
Cancer Specialties: The staff at the CUM Cancer Center provides compassionate care to individuals and families affected by cancer of all forms including lung cancer and Peritoneal neoplastic diseases – mesothelioma.
Primary location:
Creighton University Medical Center Cancer Center
01 North 30th Street
Suite 2803
Omaha, NE 68131
Phone: (402) 280-4100
URL: http://medschool.creighton.edu/medicine/centers/cancer/
About the CUM Cancer Center:
The Cancer Center has a strong basic science and translational research component. Our research faculty is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), American Cancer Society, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, and through the Nebraska Smoking & Tobacco Funds. Through research, we are developing new treatment plans and improving the quality of life for those affected by cancer.
We work with medical oncologists and radiation oncologists here at Creighton University Medical Center and in our surrounding communities.
The Peritoneal Neoplastic Disease program continues to attract patients from across the country. This novel clinical program is one of a few such dedicated programs in the world and was established by Dr. Brian Loggie, who has a national and international reputation for his expertise in this field. These diseases include malignant peritoneal mesothelioma, various tumors of the appendix, and pseudomyxoma peritonei.
We also are continuing with ongoing translational research projects in an effort to expand or improve treatment options for our patients. There are research projects on mucinous tumors (such as pseudomyxoma peritonei) and malignant peritoneal mesotheliomas. We have received important research support from patients who have been pleased with their clinical care and recognize the importance of integrating research into the clinic. A major emphasis is placed on quality of life issues in determining the best treatment options for patients by integrating psycho-oncology services into our clinical program.
