Cancers We Treat
Learn about the cancers we treat and how our multidisciplinary teams provide personalized, advanced care for each patient.
From early detection to advanced treatment, we're equipped to diagnose and treat all types of cancer with precision, innovation, and compassionate care.
The WVU Cancer Institute provides expert care for a wide range of cancers — from common diagnoses to rare and complex cases. Our teams bring together specialists, advanced treatments, and supportive care to deliver personalized plans for every patient.
Bile Duct Cancer
Our team provides expert evaluation and personalized treatment for bile duct cancer. Using advanced diagnostics, hepatobiliary surgery, and multidisciplinary therapies, we deliver care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Blood Cancers and Disorders
Our hematology specialists provide advanced, research-driven care for leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. We combine cutting-edge treatments with compassionate support to improve outcomes and quality of life for patients and families.
Bone and Soft Tissue Sarcoma
We provide expert care for bone cancers and soft tissue sarcomas, rare and complex cancers that require specialized treatment. Our multidisciplinary team develops personalized plans to target these cancers effectively and support each patient throughout their care.
Brain and Spinal Cord Cancer
Brain and spinal tumors are complex and require highly specialized care. Our team of experts uses advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, and multidisciplinary approaches to target these cancers and support patients throughout their journey.
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer requires early detection, precise diagnosis, and personalized treatment to achieve the best outcomes. Our accredited team combines advanced imaging, surgical expertise, and supportive care to provide state-of-the-art, individualized treatment for every patient.
Colon and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer requires timely screening, precise diagnosis, and coordinated treatment for the best outcomes. Our multidisciplinary team provides advanced surgical, medical, and supportive care, ensuring patients receive personalized treatment and access to clinical trials.
Endocrine Tumors
Hormonal and neuroendocrine tumors are complex and require specialized, precise care. Our multidisciplinary team provides personalized, evidence-based treatment for tumors of the thyroid, pancreas, adrenal glands, and other endocrine organs, combining medical and surgical expertise to optimize outcomes.
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal and stomach cancers are complex and require coordinated, specialized care. Our multidisciplinary team combines surgical, medical, and radiation oncology to deliver personalized treatment while supporting each patient’s quality of life.
Gastric Cancer
Gastric cancer develops when abnormal cells form in the lining or tissues of the stomach, requiring precise diagnosis and specialized care. Our multidisciplinary team provides personalized treatment plans and comprehensive support at every stage of the patient’s journey.
Gynecologic Cancer
Gynecologic cancers affect the cervix, ovaries, uterus, vagina, and vulva, requiring expert, specialized care. Our multidisciplinary team combines advanced treatments — including surgery, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and clinical trials — with compassionate, patient-centered support tailored to each individual.
Head and Neck Cancer
Head and neck cancers require precise diagnosis and specialized, coordinated care. Our multidisciplinary team combines advanced treatments, reconstructive expertise, and supportive services to provide personalized care for each patient.
Liver Cancer
Liver cancer requires specialized, precise care to target tumors effectively. Our multidisciplinary team offers innovative, research-based treatments combined with personalized support to meet each patient’s unique needs.
Lung Cancer
Lung cancer can be aggressive and requires coordinated, expert care. At the WVU Cancer Institute, patients benefit from advanced therapies, screening programs, and individualized support designed to address the unique challenges of their diagnosis.
Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers
Skin cancer, from melanoma to non-melanoma types, requires timely detection and specialized treatment. Our team provides expert diagnosis and a full range of surgical and nonsurgical therapies, along with prevention strategies to protect long-term skin health.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma develops in the lining of the lungs, abdomen, or chest and requires specialized, coordinated care. Our multidisciplinary team provides advanced treatments and comprehensive support to help patients navigate this complex cancer.
Pancreatic Cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a challenging disease that develops in the tissues of the pancreas and often requires highly specialized care. Our team provides advanced surgical, medical, and targeted treatments, along with supportive resources, to address the unique needs of each patient.
Urologic Cancer
Urologic cancers — including bladder, kidney, prostate, and testicular — require expert, individualized care. Our multidisciplinary team combines advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, and patient-centered support to maximize outcomes and quality of life.