Doctors in this specialty

Hematology-oncology is the branch of medicine involved in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood disorders.  UPH Hematology-oncologists deal with all types of cancers and various treatment options including medicine and chemotherapy, surgery and radiation. 

Practicing primarily at The Arizona Cancer Center, UPH hematology-oncologists are leaders in preventing, treating and curing cancer through clinical and laboratory research.  They offer the most up-to-date clinical care that has easily become the worldwide standard of care. 

Special Programs

The Arizona Cancer Center is dedicated to the prevention and cure of cancer through leading-edge treatment and research.  The Center is designated a comprehensive cancer center by the National Cancer Institute.
Center Phone: (520) 626-6044
Appointment Phone: (520) 694-CURE (2873)

High-Risk Breast and Ovarian Cancer Clinic: Multi-disciplinary prevention clinic for women with any history of or predetermination for breast or ovarian cancer.  The clinic offers the new breast cancer prevention drug, raloxifene.  Women who use the clinics services have the opportunity to participate in clinical and pre-clinical trials. 
Phone: (520) 326-5290

University Physicians Healthcare has expanded its oncology services to better meet the needs of the community at UMC Orange Grove Hematology, 1891 W. Orange Grove Road.  The UPH physicians in this clinic specialize in gastrointestinal diseases and minimally invasive surgical oncology. 
Phone: (520) 742-4183

Support Groups
 
Blood Marrow Transplant
Every Thursday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm, UMC Room 3856
Phone: (520) 694-5126

BMT Caregivers Group
Every Thursday from 11:00am to 12:30pm, UMC Room 3605
Phone: (520) 694-5126

Brain Tumor Support Group
Second Wednesday of each month from 10:30am to 12:00pm
Arizona Cancer Center, Room 4978
Phone: (520) 694-4605

Breast and Gynecological Cancer Support Group
Every Friday from 10:30am to 12:00pm
Arizona Cancer Center, Room 3978
Phone: (520) 694-4605

Caring for the Care Giver
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 10:00am to 11:00am
Arizona Cancer Center, Room 1960
Phone: (520) 626-8607

Leukemia, Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, and Myeloma Support Group
Second Monday of each month from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Arizona Cancer Center, Room 2920
Phone: (520) 694-5126

Living with Cancer
Every Thursday from 3:00pm to 4:30pm
Arizona Cancer Center, Room 2920
Phone: (520) 694-4605

Prostate Cancer Support Group (and wives’ group at the same time)
First and third Tuesday of each month from 2:00pm to 3:45pm
Arizona Cancer Center, Room 2920

Online Resources

National Cancer Institute
American Cancer Society
OncoLink 

Community Outreach

There are a number of support groups and seminars hosted by the Arizona Cancer Center. Refer to www.azcc.arizona.edu/calendar/calendar_v2.asp for a schedule of community events.

Major Areas of Research

There are 60 research labs within the Arizona Cancer Center where UPH hematology-oncologists conduct research to prevent and cure cancer.  On a molecular level, researchers are exploring the secrets hidden in DNA to pinpoint gene targets.  They are also aggressively conducting research to develop drugs that target cancer cells without damaging healthy tissue. 

Clinical Trials

There are many clinical trials consistently taking place at the Arizona Cancer Center.  Participants in clinical trials receive high-quality cancer care and are among the first to benefit if a new approach is successful.  Visit www.azcc.arizona.edu for a comprehensive database of clinical trials. 

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