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Mississippi Mesothelioma Treatment

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Mesothelioma patients who live in Mississippi have access to quality mesothelioma treatment in state. Conventional mesothelioma treatments available in Mississippi include surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Additionally, clinical trials may currently be recruiting pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma patients in Mississippi. Learn more about health care options available in Mississippi below.


01. Statistics

Mississippi Mesothelioma Statistics

  • 281 mesothelioma deaths (1999 – 2015)
  • 187 asbestosis deaths (1999 – 2015)
  • 468 total deaths (1999 – 2015)
02. Cancer Centers

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers in Mississippi

For your convenience, we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located in Mississippi. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered and how to contact the cancer center.

Mississippi Mesothelioma Cancer Clinics

The University of Mississippi Medical Center Cancer Institute

The University of Mississippi Medical Center Cancer Institute

Jackson, MS 39213
03. Doctors

Find a Mesothelioma Doctor in Mississippi

For your convenience, we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors that are located in Mississippi. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about their background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations, and contact information.

Mississippi Mesothelioma Doctors

Photo of George E. Abraham III, M.D.

George E. Abraham III, M.D.

Pulmonologist
Jackson, MS
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Photo of Pierre E. De Delva, M.D.

Pierre E. De Delva, M.D.

Thoracic Surgeon
Jackson, MS
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Photo of John C. Ruckdeschel, M.D.

John C. Ruckdeschel, M.D.

Retired Medical Oncologist and Director
Jackson, MS
Bio

Mesothelioma patients sometimes will travel long distances to meet with top mesothelioma doctors and thoracic surgeons across the country. These experts will usually focus on a particular type of mesothelioma within their practice.

04. Clinical Trials

Mesothelioma Clinical Trials in Mississippi

The following clinical trials are in progress or actively recruiting participants in the state of Mississippi:

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05. Support Services

Find Cancer Support Services in Mississippi

Cancer support services for mesothelioma patients include cancer rehabilitation, counseling, extended stay housing, oxygen supplies and patient transport. The following local services may be helpful while you are receiving treatment for mesothelioma cancer in Mississippi.

Mississippi Treatment Support Services

  • Cancer Rehabilitation

    • Baptist Cancer Center Memphis 901-747–9081
    • Memorial Cancer Center Biloxi 228-575-1234
    • NMMC Cancer Center - Rehabilitation Tupelo 662-377-7215
    • West Cancer Center - Desoto Southaven 662-349-9556
  • Counseling & Support

    • Look Good Feel Better Statewide 800-395-5665
    • Memorial Hospital Wellness Program Gulfport 228-575-1777
    • NMMC Cancer Wellness Program Tupelo 662-377-4141
    • Turning Point Counseling Ridgeland 601-850-7047
    • UMMC Cancer Clinic and Research Institute Jackson 601-815-6761
  • Extended Stay Housing

    • Gertrude C. Ford Hope Lodge Jackson 601-608-0800
    • Hotel Keys of Hope Jackson 800-227-2345
    • Joe's House Statewide 877-563-7468
  • Oxygen Supplies

    • Home Oxygen and Medical Equipment Clinton 601-924-8935
    • Hometown Medical Vicksburg 601-456-2795
    • Jackson Medical Supply Jackson 601-376-0855
    • United Medical Greenville 662-335-6103
  • Patient Transport

    • Grove Transit Hattiesburg 601-544-5403
    • LogistiCare Ridgeland 866-333-1988
    • Mobile One Transport Hattiesburg 601-545-3322
    • Singing River Transportation Program Pascagoula 228-809-5088

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