Cancer Centers in Oregon
Samaritan Pastega Regional Cancer Center
Address:
501 North West Elks Drive
Corvallis, OR 97330
501 North West Elks Drive
Corvallis, OR 97330
Phone:
541.768.7722
541.768.7722
Providence Cancer Institute – Franz Clinic
Providence Portland Medical Center Address:
4805 Northeast Glisan Street,Suite 11N-1
Portland, OR 97213
4805 Northeast Glisan Street,Suite 11N-1
Portland, OR 97213
Phone:
503.215.5696
503.215.5696
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute
Center for Health & Healing Address:
3303 South West Bond Avenue
Portland, OR 97239
3303 South West Bond Avenue
Portland, OR 97239
Phone:
503.494.7999
503.494.7999
Choosing a Cancer Center
When selecting a cancer center in Oregon 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.