Connecticut Mesothelioma Doctors, Cancer Centers and Treatment
If you live in the state of Connecticut and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you have access to a number of treatment options. Conventional mesothelioma treatments available in Connecticut include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Beyond these conventional treatments, clinical trials may currently be recruiting pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma patients in Connecticut.
We have listed top mesothelioma doctors that practice in Connecticut as well as the top cancer care centers in the state. Additionally for caregivers, we have located a number of local cancer treatment support services. Read more about health care options available to you in Connecticut here.
Connecticut Mesothelioma Cancer Centers
For your convenience, we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located in Connecticut. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered and how to contact the cancer center.
Hartford Hospital
Hartford, CT
The Thoracic Oncology Program at Hartford Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut offers treatment for mesothelioma and other types of lung disease and cancer.
Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven
New Haven, CT
Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven in New Haven, Connecticut provides treatment for many types of cancer including mesothelioma.
Yale Cancer Center
New Haven, CT
Yale Cancer Center, located in New Haven, Connecticut works collaboratively with Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven to provide state of the art mesothelioma cancer treatment.
Doctors who Treat Mesothelioma in Connecticut
For your convenience, we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors that are located in Connecticut. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about their background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations, and contact information.
Dr. Grey
New Britain, CT
Dr. Michael R. Grey
Chief, Department of Medicine
The Hospital of Central Connecticut
New Britain, CT 06050
(860) 224-5661
Dr. Michael Grey is the Chief of the Department of Medicine at The Hospital of Central Connecticut and is board certified in internal medicine and occupational and environmental medicine.
Dr. Redlich
New Haven, CT
Dr. Carrie Redlich
Director, Yale Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 737-2817
Dr. Carrie Redlich is a professor at the Yale University School of Medicine and Acting Director of the Occupational and Environmental Medicine Program with clinical interests in malignant mesothelioma and occupational lung disease.
Dr. Detterbeck
New Haven, CT
Dr. Frank C. Detterbeck
Chief of Thoracic Surgery
Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven
New Haven, CT 06520
(203) 200-5864
Dr. Frank C. Detterbeck is Chief of Thoracic Surgery at Yale Cancer Center in New Haven, Connecticut where he specializes in minimally invasive surgery and treating mesothelioma and other lung cancers.
Dr. Elias
New Haven, CT
Dr. Jack A. Elias
Chairman, Department of Internal Medicine
Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale-New Haven
Yale Internal Medicine
New Haven, CT 06510
(203) 785-4119
Dr. Jack Elias is Chairman of the Department of Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital in Connecticut and specializes in pulmonary disease.
Dr. Kashgarian
New Haven, CT
Dr. Michael Kashgarian is Professor Emeritus of Pathology (tissue and organ diseases) at Yale University Cancer Center and his research is vital to helping those with malignant mesothelioma.
It is not uncommon for patients to travel outside of their current states to meet with top oncologists and thoracic surgeons across the country. These mesothelioma experts usually have a particular focus within their practice.
Top Pleural Mesothelioma Doctors in the Country
Raphael Bueno, M.D.
Chief, Division of Thoracic Surgery; Vice Chair of Surgery for Cancer and Translational Research
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Robert Brian Cameron, M.D.
Director, Thoracic Oncology
University of California Los Angeles Medical Center
Connecticut 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 Connecticut for your convenience.
Connecticut Treatment Support Services
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Counseling & Support Groups
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MISSION
(Southport)
203-292-8722 -
Connecticut Counseling Services
(Danbury)
203-743-4698 -
Connecticut Counseling Services
(Norwalk)
203-838-6508 -
Connecticut Counseling Services
(Waterbury)
203-755-8874 -
Ann's Place
(Danbury)
203-790-6568
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MISSION
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Long-Term Housing
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Montage Rocky Hill
(Rocky Hill)
860-756-0368 -
Atria Stratford
(Stratford)
203-380-0006 -
Flats at 390
(Meriden)
203-292-1099
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Montage Rocky Hill
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Patient Transport
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Andover Dial a Ride
(Andover)
860-742-7305 -
Connecticut Transportation Solutions
(Bridgeport)
203-592-7213 -
Connecticut Transportation Solutions
(Waterbury)
203-592-7213 -
Sweetheart Transportation Service
(Danbury)
203-748-2511
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Andover Dial a Ride
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Physical Therapy
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Gaylord Physical Therapy, Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
(North Haven)
203-230-9226 -
St. Vincent's Medical Center
(Bridgeport)
203-576-6000 -
Griffin Hospital
(Derby)
203-732-7445
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Gaylord Physical Therapy, Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Financial Assistance to Help with Treatment Costs
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 noted 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 Connecticut, you may be eligible for financial assistance.
Resources for Connecticut Mesothelioma Patients
- Request a Free Mesothelioma Treatment Guide
- Financial Assistance Available to Help with Treatment Costs
- Sign up for Our Mesothelioma Treatment Alert
- Speak with an 11-Year Mesothelioma Survivor
