Cancer Centers in Michigan
UP Health System - Marquette
Address:
580 West College Avenue
Marquette, MI 49855
580 West College Avenue
Marquette, MI 49855
Phone:
906.225.3500
906.225.3500
University of Michigan
Rogel Cancer Center Address:
1500 East Medical Center Drive,Rogel Cancer Center Building
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
1500 East Medical Center Drive,Rogel Cancer Center Building
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone:
800.865.1125
800.865.1125
St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor Cancer Center
Address:
5303 Elliott Drive
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
5303 Elliott Drive
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Phone:
734.712.4673
734.712.4673
Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute
Wayne State University Address:
4100 John R
Detroit, MI 48201
4100 John R
Detroit, MI 48201
Phone:
800.527.6266
800.527.6266
Choosing a Cancer Center
When selecting a cancer center in Michigan 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.