Your Care Team

Your care team is made up of skilled surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, nurse navigators and other oncology experts, who all focus on delivering a personalized care plan through a multidisciplinary team approach to cancer treatment.

Because of the breadth and depth of our resources, we’re able to attract nationally renowned cancer experts, which means you can expect leading-edge treatment and the best possible outcomes. Learn more about the members of your care team at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Cancer Care:

Oncology team

An oncologist is a provider who specializes in cancer treatment. Often, a team of oncologists will work together on your case. Each brings an area of expertise, and together they will design a treatment plan.

Surgical oncologist

Focuses on removing tumors and cancerous tissue through surgery. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Cancer Care, many of our surgeons are dedicated to specific types of cancer, offering a higher level of expertise and training.

Medical oncologist

Manages your overall treatment plan and chemotherapy while collaborating with other team members to provide streamlined care.

Radiation oncologist

Plans and delivers radiation therapy to treat cancer.

Nurse navigators

Navigators help coordinate care. They act as a resource and central point of contact for you and your family and the health care team. They may include nurse navigators and nurse practitioner navigators.

Clinical support team

Other specialists are critical to your cancer care and recovery.

Pathologist

Examines tissue and organ samples to diagnose disease; most patients don’t deal with pathologists directly, but they play an important role in your treatment

Genetic specialist

Conducts testing

Nutritionist (dietician)

Recommends dietary changes to help you heal and cope with side effects of treatment

Physical or occupational therapist

Assists you in regaining strength and independence following your cancer treatment

If needed, we'll even bring the care to you, through our home care and palliative care specialists.

Find a specialist

Explore our team of expert physicians, and find a cancer specialist who’s right for you.

For more information and to make an appointment, call 1-888-825-3227.