Cancer Centers in Arizona
University of Arizona Cancer Center
Address:
3838 North Campbell Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85719
3838 North Campbell Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone:
520.694.2873
520.694.2873
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
Banner Boswell Thoracic Surgery Clinic Address:
13188 North 103rd Drive,Suite 200
Sun City, AZ 85351
13188 North 103rd Drive,Suite 200
Sun City, AZ 85351
Phone:
623.832.3444
623.832.3444
Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix
Address:
1111 East McDowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85006
1111 East McDowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85006
Phone:
602.839.2000
602.839.2000
Mayo Clinic Hospital
Address:
5777 East Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054
5777 East Mayo Boulevard
Phoenix, AZ 85054
Phone:
480.342.2000
480.342.2000
Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix
Comprehensive Cancer Care Network Address:
14200 West Celebrate Life Way
Goodyear, AZ 85338
14200 West Celebrate Life Way
Goodyear, AZ 85338
Phone:
855.408.5909
855.408.5909
Choosing a Cancer Center
When selecting a cancer center in Arizona for mesothelioma treatment, consider:
- Mesothelioma experience — Ask how many mesothelioma patients they treat annually
- Multidisciplinary approach — Look for centers with thoracic surgeons, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists working together
- Clinical trials — Active research programs may offer access to new treatments
- Support services — Palliative care, social work, and patient navigation are valuable
- Practical factors — Travel distance, insurance acceptance, and scheduling flexibility
Questions to Ask
Before your first appointment, consider asking the cancer center:
- Do you have physicians who specialize in mesothelioma?
- What surgical procedures do you perform for mesothelioma?
- Are there clinical trials I might qualify for?
- What is your approach to multimodal treatment?
- What support services are available for patients and caregivers?
- Can you help coordinate care if I need to see specialists at other facilities?
Getting a Second Opinion
A second opinion is standard practice for cancer patients and especially important for mesothelioma due to its complexity. Most cancer centers welcome second opinion consultations and can often review your records remotely before an in-person visit.