Leaders in chest tumor treatment
The Chest Tumors Center is the only comprehensive diagnostic and treatment center for lung cancer and other chest tumors in the Richmond area. It is staffed by leading specialists who also conduct research that leads to improved treatments. You can see these specialists in one place at one time, eliminating visits to several doctors’ offices and long delays in decisions about your care. By working together and pooling their expertise, Chest Tumors Center doctors can make the best decisions and give you the most comprehensive advice and information.
Hallmarks of Massey's chest tumor care
The chest tumor team at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center consists of national leaders in cancer care and research from multiple disciplines who work together to provide the highest-quality diagnosis and treatment of chest tumors.
Discover the 5 Cs that make us the right choice for your chest tumor care. Choose Massey for your chest tumor care because we are:
Cutting-edge
Our doctors have unparalleled knowledge and experience in diagnosing and treating all types of chest tumors. As sub-specialists, they are specifically trained in and dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of chest tumors.
Comprehensive
Massey offers a full range of treatment options and scope of care, from prevention and diagnosis to treatment, recovery and long-term survivorship. Additionally, you have access to clinical trials testing new and promising treatments that are only available at NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers like Massey. We also offer comprehensive support services that range from helping minimize symptoms and side effects to helping evaluate and cope with the cognitive, emotional and psychological effects of cancer.
Collaborative
Cancer care generally requires multiple forms of therapy and various specialized doctors. At Massey, our specialists collaborate in interdisciplinary teams to coordinate all aspects and stages of patient care and conveniently provide that care in one location. Massey pioneered the multidisciplinary approach to cancer care in our region. This approach combines the expertise of many doctors and ensures that you will receive the ideal combination and sequence of treatment.
Compassionate
Through respectful, attentive and compassionate care, Massey’s cancer care team builds healing relationships with you that help reduce suffering and death from cancer.
Customized
Recognizing that each patient is unique and each type of cancer is different, Massey provides treatment strategies and care plans tailored and individualized to you.
