Multidisciplinary cancer care in Fort Worth
From diagnosis to survivorship, our cancer care team in Fort Worth is here to help guide you in your cancer journey.
Every year, more than one million people are diagnosed with cancer. If you're faced with a cancer diagnosis, our comprehensive cancer care services and team of oncologists on our medical staff at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth can give you the tools you need to fight back.
We offer technologically advanced inpatient and outpatient cancer services in Fort Worth for removing tumors and treating the emotional and physical cancer symptoms in a caring, supportive atmosphere.
When cancer surgery is the best treatment option, we have a team of board-certified surgical oncologists in Fort Worth focused on finding, diagnosing and treating cancer through surgical intervention. Our state-of-the-art surgical techniques and equipment is focused on minimally invasive procedures. Typically, this type of treatment is combined with other options, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy and/or hormone therapy.
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth has received the Commission on Cancer accreditation from the American College of Surgeons. The program sets quality of care standards for cancer programs and reviews programs to ensure they conform to their high standards.
Our advanced Fort Worth cancer care team includes:
- Navigators
- Oncologists
- Radiation oncologist
- Pathologist
- Radiologists
- Comprehensive care management
- Pastoral care
- Physical and occupational therapists
- Speech-language pathologists
- Geneticists
- Dietitians
- Surgeons
Cancers we treat
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Adolescent and young adult cancers
Adolescent and young adult cancers
Each year, almost 90,000 young people between the ages of 15 and 39 are diagnosed with cancer. AYA oncology is defined by the National Cancer Institute as cancer care or research focused on those diagnosed with cancer between the ages of 15 to 39 years old. This age group faces unique challenges when it comes to cancer treatment. Learn more about one of only two inpatient units in the country that is designed specifically to provided AYA cancer treatment options, give psychosocial support and address issues in a young adult’s cancer journey.
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Blood cancers, leukemia and lymphoma
Blood cancers, leukemia and lymphoma
Our blood cancer treatment programs offer individualized treatment options based on your unique needs.
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Bone and soft tissue cancer
Bone and soft tissue cancer
Tumors of the bone and soft tissue are rare yet devastating. Our Fellowship-trained orthopedic oncology surgeons in Fort Worth have the expertise, experience and surgical resources necessary for limb-sparing tumor resections.
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Breast cancer
Breast cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth has a team of cancer experts committed to excellence in the research, prevention, early detection, treatment and pursuit of a cure for patients with breast cancer.
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Colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer
The dedicated, multidisciplinary team of experts at Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth is here to support and care for you through the difficult diagnosis of colorectal cancer no matter what the stage or prognosis.
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Esophageal and gastric cancers
Esophageal and gastric cancers
Baylor Scott & White All Saints - Fort Worth has a multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of you and your family through the diagnosis, treatment and recovery of esophageal and gastric cancers.
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Gynecologic cancer
Gynecologic cancer
Gynecological Cancer Program at Baylor Scott & White – Fort Worth's Andrews Women's Hospital provides a gynecological cancer nurse navigator who compassionately guides each woman through her cancer journey.
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Liver and pancreas cancers
Liver and pancreas cancers
A liver or pancreas cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but our care team and advancements in surgical techniques and chemotherapies brings you hope for the future. Your treatment team may include diagnostic and interventional radiologists, medical, surgical and radiation oncologists on the medical staff—and many others.
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Lung cancer
Lung cancer
People at an increased risk for lung cancer can utilize a new lung cancer screening program now offered at Baylor Scott & White All Saints - Fort Worth. A member of our clinical staff will be there through the process, from assisting with coordination of your screening to any follow-up appointments and/or referrals necessary.
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Oral, head and neck cancer
Oral, head and neck cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth is staffed by a multidisciplinary team to meet the complex needs specific to the head and neck population. We collaborate to provide up to date wholistic care throughout your cancer journey.
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Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer
A prostate cancer patient’s prognosis improves with early detection and intervention. The medical specialists and urologists on staff at Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth are specially trained to provide a comprehensive care plan that meets both your medical and lifestyle goals.
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Skin cancer
Skin cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth combines the expertise of dermatologists, medical and surgical oncologists on the medical staff to provide a destination for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of malignant skin conditions.
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Testicular cancer
Testicular cancer
The Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center at Baylor Scott & White located in Fort Worth, Texas, offers advanced resources and comprehensive management for all urological cancers, including prostate, testicular, kidney and bladder cancers. Board-certified specialists and an integrated care team focused on urology offers advanced diagnostic and treatment options including robotics, laparoscopic, surgical and radiation options based on your individualized diagnosis and need.
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Urologic cancer
Urologic cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center– Fort Worth excels in the management of complex and advanced high-risk cases.
- Adolescent and young adult cancers
- Blood cancers, leukemia and lymphoma
- Bone and soft tissue cancer
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Esophageal and gastric cancers
- Gynecologic cancer
- Liver and pancreas cancers
- Lung cancer
- Oral, head and neck cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Skin cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Urologic cancer
Adolescent and young adult cancers
Each year, almost 90,000 young people between the ages of 15 and 39 are diagnosed with cancer. AYA oncology is defined by the National Cancer Institute as cancer care or research focused on those diagnosed with cancer between the ages of 15 to 39 years old. This age group faces unique challenges when it comes to cancer treatment. Learn more about one of only two inpatient units in the country that is designed specifically to provided AYA cancer treatment options, give psychosocial support and address issues in a young adult’s cancer journey.
Blood cancers, leukemia and lymphoma
Our blood cancer treatment programs offer individualized treatment options based on your unique needs.
Learn more about blood cancer treatment in Fort Worth:
Bone and soft tissue cancer
Tumors of the bone and soft tissue are rare yet devastating. Our Fellowship-trained orthopedic oncology surgeons in Fort Worth have the expertise, experience and surgical resources necessary for limb-sparing tumor resections.
Breast cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth has a team of cancer experts committed to excellence in the research, prevention, early detection, treatment and pursuit of a cure for patients with breast cancer.
Colorectal cancer
The dedicated, multidisciplinary team of experts at Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth is here to support and care for you through the difficult diagnosis of colorectal cancer no matter what the stage or prognosis.
Esophageal and gastric cancers
Baylor Scott & White All Saints - Fort Worth has a multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of you and your family through the diagnosis, treatment and recovery of esophageal and gastric cancers.
Gynecologic cancer
Gynecological Cancer Program at Baylor Scott & White – Fort Worth's Andrews Women's Hospital provides a gynecological cancer nurse navigator who compassionately guides each woman through her cancer journey.
Learn more about gynecology cancer treatment:
Liver and pancreas cancers
A liver or pancreas cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but our care team and advancements in surgical techniques and chemotherapies brings you hope for the future. Your treatment team may include diagnostic and interventional radiologists, medical, surgical and radiation oncologists on the medical staff—and many others.
Lung cancer
People at an increased risk for lung cancer can utilize a new lung cancer screening program now offered at Baylor Scott & White All Saints - Fort Worth. A member of our clinical staff will be there through the process, from assisting with coordination of your screening to any follow-up appointments and/or referrals necessary.
People who are at high risk for lung cancer can take advantage of a new lung cancer screening program.
Oral, head and neck cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth is staffed by a multidisciplinary team to meet the complex needs specific to the head and neck population. We collaborate to provide up to date wholistic care throughout your cancer journey.
Learn more about oral, head and neck cancer treatment:
Prostate cancer
A prostate cancer patient’s prognosis improves with early detection and intervention. The medical specialists and urologists on staff at Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth are specially trained to provide a comprehensive care plan that meets both your medical and lifestyle goals.
Skin cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth combines the expertise of dermatologists, medical and surgical oncologists on the medical staff to provide a destination for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of malignant skin conditions.
Learn more about skin cancer treatment:
Testicular cancer
The Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center at Baylor Scott & White located in Fort Worth, Texas, offers advanced resources and comprehensive management for all urological cancers, including prostate, testicular, kidney and bladder cancers. Board-certified specialists and an integrated care team focused on urology offers advanced diagnostic and treatment options including robotics, laparoscopic, surgical and radiation options based on your individualized diagnosis and need.
Urologic cancer
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center– Fort Worth excels in the management of complex and advanced high-risk cases.
Cancer support services
Genetic counseling
The genetic counseling services offer specially trained genetic counselors and physicians specializing in medical genetics to help assess the likelihood of having an increased risk to develop certain types of cancer, heart disease or other conditions.
Nutrition counseling
Our certified dieticians on the staff at Baylor Scott & White All Saints – Fort Worth will customize a nutritional plan that meets the guidelines for your specific diagnosis.
For more information or to set-up an appointment please give us a call.
Clinical aromatherapy
A certified clinical aromatherapy nurse navigator can offer the use of essential oils targeting specific cancer treatment related symptoms to enhance well-being throughout the cancer journey. For more information or to speak to our certified clinical aromatherapy nurse navigator, please contact the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center.
Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center
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Navigation
Navigation
Our patient navigators are here to support, empower, educate and encourage you and your family throughout your treatment journey and survivorship. Patient navigators are the cornerstone of the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center. Navigators partner with patients and families during the course of diagnosis, treatment, and healing by becoming an advocate, guide, and facilitator. Because the treatment of cancer requires the interaction of multiple specialties, the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center provides a coordinated, integrated, and compassionate approach to each patient’s treatment.
For more information or to set-up an appointment, contact 817.922.2223
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Support groups
Support groups
The Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center is pleased to offer disease specific education and support programs that address an individuals’ needs, including:
Women’s Cancer Support Group
- Third Wednesday of the month, in-person
For more information on support groups, call the Joan Katz Cancer Resource center.
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Survivorship program
Survivorship program
Onward! The survivorship journey offers programs for current patients and cancer survivors designed to provide tools that may reduce tension, anxiety, anger or fatigue and promote a healthy overall well-being.
Navigation
Our patient navigators are here to support, empower, educate and encourage you and your family throughout your treatment journey and survivorship. Patient navigators are the cornerstone of the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center. Navigators partner with patients and families during the course of diagnosis, treatment, and healing by becoming an advocate, guide, and facilitator. Because the treatment of cancer requires the interaction of multiple specialties, the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center provides a coordinated, integrated, and compassionate approach to each patient’s treatment.
For more information or to set-up an appointment, contact 817.922.2223
Support groups
The Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center is pleased to offer disease specific education and support programs that address an individuals’ needs, including:
Women’s Cancer Support Group
- Third Wednesday of the month, in-person
For more information on support groups, call the Joan Katz Cancer Resource center.
Survivorship program
Onward! The survivorship journey offers programs for current patients and cancer survivors designed to provide tools that may reduce tension, anxiety, anger or fatigue and promote a healthy overall well-being.
Art therapy
Art therapy provides a safe place to communicate feelings and experiences of being a cancer survivor through the creative process.
- Class take place the first Wednesday of every month from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center
Exercise classes for cancer patients and caregivers
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Yoga Therapy
Yoga therapy is designed to promote the wellness of cancer patience through yoga techniques. Classes are available for all cancer survivors, patients and their families, regardless of where they are receiving treatment. Classes are held every Tuesday at 6:00 PM in the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center.
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ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation Program
ReVital is a groundbreaking rehabilitation program that empowers cancer survivors to live their best lives. This unique program was developed by Select Medical, a leading provider of post-acute care and is the basis of the cancer rehabilitation program at Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation. ReVital currently serves patients in more than 300 locations across nearly 15 states.
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Kourage Health
For cancer patients and survivors, the Kourage Health program is just what the doctor ordered. This physician-referred exercise education program pairs patients with a medical exercise specialist who works one-on-one with them to build and maintain healthy habits.
Survivor Gals Cancer Boutique
Survivor Gals Cancer Boutique is a special boutique available to help you look and feel your best during your cancer treatment. Survivor Gals offers products and services that minimize the effects of cancer therapy.
A certified fitter is available to help meet your needs. Call to schedule an appointment for a one-on-one experience.
Hours
Monday - Friday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Closed for lunch from 1:00 - 1:30 PM
Community outreach
Through innovative programs and services ranging from health fairs to medical education and health screenings, our hospital aims to address and identify the health needs of the community. With collaborative community partnerships, the Joan Katz Cancer Resource Center strives to improve health literacy and reduce the risk of cancer.
Some community outreach that we provide includes:
- Health education and community screenings for the public and employers
- Annual survivorship celebrations
- Community events and seminars
Cancer Hates Us. Because we’re focused on one thing: Destroying it.
With more than 40 years of groundbreaking research and a team-centered approach to treating the whole patient—mind, body and spirit—
it’s no wonder cancer hates us.
— including immunotherapies that re-engineer your existing cells, giving your body the power to fight cancer from the inside. It’s no wonder cancer hates us, and we intend to keep it that way.
Be a pioneer. Fight cancer with science.
— including immunotherapies that re-engineer your existing cells, giving your body the power to fight cancer from the inside. It’s no wonder cancer hates us, and we intend to keep it that way.
Be a pioneer. Fight cancer with science.
with information and reassurance through every step of the treatment process. She gives them the tools they need to set their own goals and fight cancer on their own terms. It’s no wonder cancer hates determined soldiers like Stacey and her patients.
You are not alone. We’ll walk this journey together.
Made it easier for Amber to stay positive through hers. Thanks to her compassionate care team and never losing her joy, she’s beaten her cancer. Now she’s helping her patients win too.
We know how to reach the finish line. Now let’s get you there.
Together, they not only battled his illness—they won. Today, Darrell is in remission, enjoying his life with no limits. As a true warrior who won’t stop fighting, it’s obvious why cancer can’t get its way.
Cancer started the fight. Darrell finished it.
Contact us
If you're feeling confused about your cancer diagnosis, or have questions about how to better understand your risk factors, our experienced care teams are here to help guide you and hold your hand as you navigate your healthcare journey. Tell us a little about where you are in your journey and get the answers you need.