Medical Oncology

What is Medical Oncology?

Medical oncology is an area of medicine that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Your medical oncologist has special training in treating cancers. You will regularly meet with your medical oncologist before, during, and after your treatment. Medical oncology providers are an important part of the team that supports you on your cancer journey.

What Do We Treat?

• Blood cancer
• Bone cancer
• Brain cancer
• Breast cancer
• Colorectal cancer
• Gastrointestinal cancer
• Gynecologic cancer
• Head and neck cancer
• Kidney cancer
• Liver cancer
• Lung cancer
• Melanoma
• Pancreatic cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Sarcoma

Meet the Team

Meet our team of Medical Oncology providers. They are here to help guide you in making the healthcare decisions that are right for you. Parkland's medical oncology team includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nurse navigators and care coordinators. Additionally, Parkland Hospital is the primary site for UTSW Oncology/Hematology Fellowship program.

What to expect for my first visit?

Bring your ID, insurance information, comfortable clothes, snacks, water, a jacket/blanket, and any questions you may have.

When you enter the building, you will see our friendly front desk staff. They will tell you where to go for your appointment.

Most patients will have their blood drawn when they arrive at the clinic. There are two laboratories located on the first and third floors of the Moody OPC for patients that require blood drawn when they arrive to the clinic.

What to expect for my first visit?

If you are not a Parkland patient, you will need a referral from your doctor. Please click here for instructions on getting a referral into our clinic.

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