01. History

History of Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa

Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), Tulsa offers patients the ability to receive care from physicians whose sole focus is on cancer treatment. CTCA, Tulsa’s positive reputation is confirmed when looking at the HCAHPS survey results, which show around 92% of patients would recommend care at the center. The doctors and nurses and quality of care also received high scores from patients who were surveyed, showing the center’s dedication to creating a supportive cancer care experience.

02. Mesothelioma Care

Mesothelioma Care at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa

The CTCA, Tulsa offers a variety of treatment options for mesothelioma. In addition to traditional treatments like surgery and radiation therapy, the center also offers new and emerging treatments that have shown success in improving prognosis.

Peritoneal mesothelioma patients can take advantage of their offering for hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), which is a heated chemotherapy wash applied during surgery that has been able to greatly improve 5-year survival rates. Mesothelioma patients of all types may also seek immunotherapy treatment, which has also shown promise in extending life expectancies.

In addition to general treatment options, CTCA, Tulsa also offers a variety of integrative care options to mesothelioma patients to help manage treatment side effects. This center emphasizes the benefits of supportive services, offering care like acupuncture, chiropractic care, mind-body medicine, naturopathic support, nutrition therapy, oncology rehabilitation, pain management and spiritual support.

03. Specializations

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa Specializations

• Chemotherapy
• Hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)
• Immunotherapy
• Mesothelioma
• Radiation therapy

04. Accreditations

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa Accreditations

• The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation
• The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Lung Cancer Certification

05. Hospital Services

Patient and Family Services at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa

The Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa offers many support resources for patients and family members including:

• Behavioral Health
• Care Managers
• Integrative Care Program
• Naturopathic Support
• Nutritional Support
• Oncology Rehabilitation
• Pain Management
• Spiritual Support
• Travel Support

06. Offsite Services in Tulsa

Patient and Family Services in the Tulsa Area

The Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Tulsa is located in the major metropolitan area of Tulsa. As a result, many services are easily accessible for mesothelioma patients and their families during or after treatment. These offsite services include counseling, hospice care, housing and pain clinics.

Cancer Support Groups

• Thrive: Oklahoma City and Tulsa Support Groups

Counseling

• Psychology Today: Tulsa-Based Counselors With a Specialty in Cancer

Hospice Care

• Compassus: Hospice Care
• Seasons Hospice
• Transitions LifeCare: Hospice Care

Housing

• Hospitality House of Tulsa
• Joe’s House

Nutrition

• American Cancer Society: Nutrition for People With Cancer
• Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute: Treatment Nutrition
• OncoLink: Nutrition Webinars

One-On-One Support

• Cancer Support Community: Cancer Support Helpline
• Imerman Angels

Oxygen Supplies

• Lincare

Pain Clinics

• Oklahoma Chronic Pain Specialists
• SEVA Med Care
• Specialty Pain Management Center

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

• Physical Rehab Center: Pre- and Post-Operative Rehabilitation
• Physical Therapy Specialists: Pre-Post Op Rehab
• Recover: Post-Surgical Rehab

Stress Management and Survivor Wellness Programs

• Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute: Events

Transportation

• American Cancer Society: Road to Recovery