Arkansas Mesothelioma Doctors, Cancer Centers and Treatment
If you live in the state of Arkansas and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you have access to a number of treatment options. Conventional mesothelioma treatments available in Arkansas include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Beyond these conventional treatments, clinical trials may currently be recruiting pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma patients in Arkansas.
We have listed top mesothelioma doctors that practice in Arkansas as well as the top cancer care centers in the state. Additionally we have located a number of local cancer treatment support services and caregiver resources for your convenience. Read more about health care options available in Arkansas here.
Mesothelioma Cancer Centers in Arkansas
We have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers in Arkansas. Please click on a cancer center link for more information about the clinical programs offered, affiliated mesothelioma doctors and how to contact the cancer center.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR
The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR is home to a lung cancer team that treats mesothelioma and other lung diseases.
Find a Mesothelioma Doctor in Arkansas
The following mesothelioma doctors are located and practice in the state of Arkansas. Click on a specific doctor link to obtain more information about their background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations, and office locations.
Dr. Arnaoutakis
Little Rock, AR
Dr. Konstantinos Arnaoutakis
Medical Hematologist & Oncologist
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 686-8530
Dr. Konstantinos Arnaoutakis is a medical hematologist & oncologist involved in mesothelioma treatment at the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Dr. Steliga
Little Rock, AR
Dr. Matthew A. Steliga
Associate Professor of Surgery - Thoracic Surgery
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 686-7000
Dr. Matthew A. Steliga is a thoracic surgeon at the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute which is affiliated with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR. He specializes in thoracic oncology and minimally invasive thoracic surgery.
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.
Top Pleural Mesothelioma Doctors in the Country
Robert Brian Cameron, M.D.
Director, Thoracic Oncology
University of California Los Angeles Medical Center
Arkansas Cancer Support Services
While receiving treatment, mesothelioma patients may find a need for temporary lodging, patient transport, physical therapy or counseling. We have compiled a list of these cancer support services in Arkansas for your convenience.
Arkansas Treatment Support Services
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Counseling & Support Groups
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Madison County Health Coalition
(Huntsville)
479-738-2612 -
Washington Regional Cancer Support Home
(Bentonville)
479-271-2257 -
Washington Regional Cancer Support Home
(Fayetteville)
479-521-8024
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Madison County Health Coalition
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Long-Term Housing
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Peitz Cancer Support House
(Mountain Home)
870-508-2273 -
Cancer Support Home
(Bentonville)
479-271-2257 -
Cancer Support Home
(Fayetteville)
479-521-8024
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Peitz Cancer Support House
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Patient Transport
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Caliber Patient Care
(Bentonville)
479-431-5455 -
Siloam Springs Elderly/Disabled Taxi Prog
(Siloam Springs)
479-524-5136 -
Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care
(Fort Smith)
844-436-0357 -
North Arkansas Transportation Service
(Harrison)
870-741-8008 -
Angel One Program
(Jonesboro)
800-244-4357 -
Ozark Regional Transit
(Springdale)
877-372-8904 -
North Arkansas Transportation Service
(Mountain Home)
870-425-6989 -
Angel One Program
(Lowell)
800-244-4357 -
C.A.R.E. Program Taxi
(Rogers)
479-621-1186 -
Bella Vista Courtesy Van
(Bella Vista)
479-855-7663
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Caliber Patient Care
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Angel One Program
(Little Rock)
800-244-4357 -
Bentonville Taxi Service (Elderly Taxi Program)
(Bentonville)
479-271-3126 -
Arkansas Patient Transfer
(Rogers)
479-631-0743
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Angel One Program
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Physical Therapy
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CARTI Radiation Oncology
(Searcy)
501-268-7870 -
CARTI Medical Oncology
(Stuttgart)
501-907-6444 -
Highlands Oncology Group
(Rogers)
479-936-9900 -
CARTI Hematology/Oncology
(Russellville)
479-967-6565 -
CARTI Medical Oncology
(Clinton)
501-906-3000 -
CARTI Medical Oncology
(El Dorado)
501-219-8777 -
CARTI Cancer Center
(Little Rock)
501-906-3000 -
NEA Baptist Clinic
(Jonesboro)
870-936-8000 -
Academy at Riverdale
(Little Rock)
501-663-6965 -
UAMS Physical Therapy
(Little Rock)
501-661-7955 -
CARTI Medical Oncology
(Conway)
501-205-0748 -
CARTI Radiation Oncology
(Mountain Home)
870-424-2200 -
CARTI Medical Oncology
(North Little Rock)
501-975-0600 -
CARTI Medical Oncology
(Benton)
501-315-5317 -
CARTI Hematology/Oncology
(Heber Springs)
501-887-3000 -
Highlands Oncology Group
(Fayetteville)
479-587-1700
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CARTI Radiation Oncology
Treating Mesothelioma Can Be Expensive in Arkansas
Treating mesothelioma can be a very expensive proposition. The many different treatment related costs can add up quickly. Additionally, many people may need to take time off from work to deal with their cancer diagnosis.
The table below provides cost estimates for a number of common procedures used in diagnosing and treating mesothelioma.
Common Costs Associated with Treating Mesothelioma
| Mesothelioma Diagnosis & Treatment Costs | Approximate Cost Range |
|---|---|
| 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 listed above do not take insurance payments or reimbursements into account. These cost estimates are estimated using data from the FAIR Health Consumer Cost Lookup tool, Healthcare Bluebook, and other sources.
Filing a Claim for Asbestos Exposure
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 Arkansas, you may be eligible for financial assistance.
Free Help for Arkansas Mesothelioma Patients
- Sign up for Our Mesothelioma Treatment Alert
- Speak with an 11-Year Mesothelioma Survivor
- Request a Free Mesothelioma Treatment Guide
- Financial Assistance Available to Help with Treatment Costs
