Alaska Mesothelioma Doctors, Cancer Centers and Treatment
Mesothelioma patients who live in Alaska have access to quality mesothelioma treatment options. Conventional mesothelioma treatments available in Alaska include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Beyond these conventional treatments, clinical trials may currently be recruiting peritoneal and pleural mesothelioma patients in Alaska.
We provide a list of top mesothelioma doctors who practice in Alaska as well as the top cancer care centers in the state. A list of local cancer support services has been included as well for your convenience. Learn more about health care options available to you in Alaska below.
Alaska Mesothelioma Doctors
If you need help with getting an accurate diagnosis or developing a treatment plan, the following mesothelioma doctors and oncologists in Alaska have the expertise to assist you. More detailed information about each doctor is available by clicking on the appropriate doctor detail link. Details about their background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations, office locations and contact information is provided.
Dr. Anderson
Anchorage, AK
Dr. Jeanne E. Anderson
Medical Oncologist
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 562-0321
Dr. Jeanne E. Anderson is a medical oncologist involved in mesothelioma treatment at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska.
Dr. Curtis
Anchorage, AK
Dr. William E. Curtis
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Frontier Cardiovascular Surgery
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 334-6442
Dr. William E. Curtis is a cardiothoracic surgeon involved in mesothelioma treatment at Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska.
Occasionally, mesothelioma patients will travel to other states to meet with top mesothelioma doctors and thoracic surgeons across the country. These experts will usually concentrate on a particular mesothelioma type within their practice.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Find Cancer Support Services in Alaska
The following cancer support services may be of help to you while you are receiving treatment for mesothelioma in Alaska. Support services for mesothelioma patients include patient transport, temporary housing, physical therapy and counseling.
Alaska Treatment Support Services
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Counseling & Support Groups
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Peak Counseling
(Eagle River)
907-622-1002 -
Hope Counseling Center
(Fairbanks)
907-451-8208 -
Counseling Solutions Of Alaska
(Anchorage)
907-644-8044
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Peak Counseling
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Long-Term Housing
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Providence Hickel House
(Anchorage)
907-212-4100 -
Joe's House
(Nationwide)
877-563-7468 -
Cancer Connection
(Juneau)
907-796-2273
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Providence Hickel House
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Patient Transport
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LifeMed Alaska
(Anchorage)
800-478-5433
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LifeMed Alaska
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Guardian Flight
(Anchorage)
888-997-3822 -
Delta Medical Transport
(Delta Junction)
907-895-4356
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Guardian Flight
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Physical Therapy
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Providence Health & Services Alaska
(Anchorage)
907-212-6872 -
Health Quest Therapy
(Eagle River)
907-622-6363 -
Alaska Native Medical Center
(Anchorage)
907-729-1249
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Providence Health & Services Alaska
Treating Mesothelioma Can Be Expensive in Alaska
The costs associated with mesothelioma treatment can add up quickly. Additionally, many people may need to take time off work or stop working altogether to deal with their cancer diagnosis.
The table below provides cost estimates for some of the procedures commonly used in diagnosing and treating mesothelioma.
Common Costs Associated with Treating Mesothelioma
| Mesothelioma Diagnosis & Treatment Costs | Approximate Cost Range |
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| Diagnostic Imaging (CT, PET, MRI) | $800 – $1,600 per scan |
| Needle Biopsy | $500 – $700 |
| Thoracoscopy or Pleuroscopy (lungs) or Laparoscopy (abdomen) | $3,600 – $5,000 |
| Thoracotomy (lungs) or Laparotomy (abdomen) | $7,800 – $7,900 |
| Surgery – Lobectomy/Pneumonectomy (removal of part or all of a lung) | $13,000 – $17,000 |
| Radiation | $7,000 – $12,000 |
| Chemotherapy – Pemetrexed (Alimta®) | $37,000 – $50,000 |
| Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) | $700 – $1,000 |
Note: Costs noted above do not factor in insurance payments and reimbursements. Costs are estimated using data from the FAIR Health Consumer Cost Lookup tool, Healthcare Bluebook, and other sources to determine the costs of specific procedures.
Filing an Asbestos Exposure Claim
Don’t lose your right to file a claim. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma and were exposed to asbestos in Alaska, you may be entitled to compensation. You must file your claim within the appropriate statute of limitations for the state of Alaska.
Free Help for Alaska Mesothelioma Patients
- Speak with a 12-Year Mesothelioma Survivor
- Financial Assistance Available to Help with Treatment Costs
- Sign up for Our Mesothelioma Treatment Alert
- Request a Free Mesothelioma Treatment Guide
