Advanced cancer treatment in Denver

At HealthONE, we are dedicated to providing patients with comprehensive, compassionate cancer care. We offer multiple locations throughout the Greater Denver area, which allows our oncologists and radiologists to provide our communities with quality cancer care, no matter where you live.

By choosing one of our hospitals, you gain access to a specialized team of cancer doctors who perform advanced operations to help treat and cure cancer. Our teams work together to provide you with an individualized care plan to ensure you receive the treatment plan that is right for you.

For more information about cancer diagnosis, treatment and other services, call askSARAH at (303) 253-3225.

Comprehensive cancer care

HealthONE’s oncologists provide patients access to Denver’s largest network of comprehensive cancer services, assuring that their journey will take the best possible path from diagnosis to treatment and recovery. Our network includes six acute care hospitals, 13 ambulatory surgery centers, seven radiation therapy centers and more than 20 outpatient imaging centers.

As a part of Sarah Cannon's global cancer network, our family of hospitals offers cutting-edge cancer treatments and clinical trials to patients in our community. This partnership also:

  • Eases the burden of the cancer journey for you through new nurse navigation programs, which assist the patient through his or her experience
  • Implements physician-led and patient-centric integrated care programs

Multidisiciplinary oncology teams

To ensure you receive an accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plan, our specialists collaborate with one another to provide you high-quality care.

This team includes:

  • Medical oncologists—Medical oncologists specialize in diagnosing and treating patients with cancer.
  • Pathologists—Pathologists study cells and tissues under a microscope and relay information about the cells to physicians to determine the appropriate treatment options.
  • Radiation oncologists—Radiation oncologists specialize in treating cancer using high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells or shrink tumors.
  • Radiologists—Radiologists diagnose cancer by interpreting imaging studies of areas inside the body. Interventional radiologists perform minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat cancers without the use of surgery.
  • Reconstructive physicians (plastic surgeons)—Plastic surgeons use specialized procedures to reshape disfigurement that may occur as a result of cancer treatment.
  • Surgical oncologists—Surgical oncologists use specialized surgical procedures to treat cancer, including the removal of solid tumors. They also perform biopsies to obtain tissue for diagnosis.

Specialized cancer services and programs we offer

We offer patients specialized cancer services and programs to ensure they receive high-quality care.

Cancer clinical trials

Sometimes, traditional or standard therapies for treating cancer are not effective for more complex cancers. This is why our experienced cancer care team is always exploring advanced treatment options as well as innovative techniques for the detection and prevention of cancer.

One of the ways we do this is through clinical trials. Clinical trials are research studies conducted to answer important medical questions with the hope of finding better ways to treat diseases. They are used to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new or investigational drugs, combinations of new and/or existing drugs and drug delivery methods.

Access to newer treatments is offered with the ultimate goal that they will be more effective than standard treatments and offer hope to patients who may not be responding to existing therapies.

Cancer support and survivorship

We know that sometimes patients need more than their inpatient treatments to navigate their cancer journeys. This is why we offer a variety of cancer support services to provide patients with additional resources.

These services include:

  • Cancer resource centers
  • Cancer support groups
  • Interactive online classes
  • Lymphedema management
  • Oncology nurse navigators
  • Oncology rehabilitation

Genetic counseling

If you have a history of cancer in your family, you can ask your doctor if you may benefit from genetic counseling. A genetic counselor is a healthcare professional with special training in medical genetics and psychosocial counseling.

Our hospitals provide access to genetic counselors who help you understand how your familial history of cancer may indicate the potential for developing cancer.

Integrative therapies for cancer patients

Integrative medicine is a healing-oriented way of approaching care that takes into account the whole person. Our hospitals offer a variety of integrated care services to provide complementary treatment to patients.

Some of the integrative therapies we offer include:

  • Acupuncture
  • Healing arts therapy
  • Herbal consultation
  • Massage therapy
  • Meditation classes
  • Mind-body therapies
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Physical exercise
  • Reflexology
  • Stress management
  • Yoga

Healing arts therapy

Participating in creative activities during times of emotional stress or illness can help patients experience relaxation. Because of this, we offer creative arts therapy for our patients as an additional outlet to help them heal.

Led by a certified art therapist, our program allows patients and their families to participate in specific expressive art activities to help them cope with the emotional stress of illness and treatment.

These include:

  • Creative writing and journaling
  • Drawing and painting
  • Music therapy

Outpatient cancer rehabilitation

To help patients continue to heal, we provide outpatient rehabilitation treatments for patients who are receiving treatment for cancer. Our rehabilitation program is personalized to help the patient regain, maintain and enhance their lifestyles throughout cancer therapy treatments.

Our cancer rehabilitation program services include:

  • Acupuncture
  • Cognitive assessment
  • Lymphedema therapy
  • Mental health support
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Physical and occupational therapy
  • Prescriptive exercise
  • Speech and swallowing intervention

Cancer screenings

Early detection of cancer is one of the most important ways to ensure successful treatment. Our team is dedicated to cancer prevention and early detection through education and screenings.

Breast cancer screening

To ensure optimal breast health, our hospitals offer mammograms as a way to screen for breast cancer. Mammogram screenings use low-dose X-ray imaging technology to examine breast tissue and detect any abnormalities.

Colon cancer screening

One of the most common screening tools to evaluate gastrointestinal health and detect colon cancer is a colonoscopy. During a colonoscopy, doctors use a long, thin tube attached to a camera to view the colon and look for any polyps (abnormal tissue growths).

Lung cancer screening

To screen for lung cancer, our doctors will order a low-dose computed tomography (CT) scan. CT is a specialized type of X-ray that generates a detailed view of the organs and tissues in the body. It allows doctors to view any potential tumors or growths in the lungs.

Cancers we treat

Our doctors are experienced in treat many types of cancers, including:

Treatments we offer

To ensure patients receive effective care, we offer many types of specialized cancer treatments.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy, a type of infusion service, is a drug-based treatment that uses powerful medicine to kill fast-growing cancer cells. Chemotherapy is a common treatment for many patients with cancer.

Radiation therapy

Radiation therapy is an advanced cancer treatment that uses high-energy X-rays to destroy cancer cells. This form of treatment, a part of many patients’ care plans, works well when used with surgery and chemotherapy.

Interventional oncology

Interventional oncology is used to help patients whose cancer cannot be surgically removed or effectively treated with chemotherapy. Treatment options include radiofrequency ablation (RFA) (killing the tumor with heat) and cryoablation (destroying cancer cells with cold temperatures).

Some of our interventional oncology procedures include:

  • Chemoembolization
  • Complex biopsies
  • Drug-eluting bead embolization
  • Intra-arterial yttrium-90 radioembolization
  • Tumor ablation
  • Tumor embolization

Surgical oncology

When cancer is detected, one option for treatment is the surgical removal of the tumor. If the decision is made to proceed with surgery, our doctors specialize in the removal of many types of cancer. Our surgeons work together to determine the appropriate procedure.

Cancer support and survivorship

Sometimes, patients need more than their inpatient treatments to navigate their cancer journeys. This is why we offer various cancer support services to provide patients with additional resources.

These services include:

  • Cancer resource centers
  • Cancer support groups
  • Interactive online classes
  • Lymphedema management
  • Oncology nurse navigators
  • Oncology rehabilitation

Access our cancer support and survivorship resources

Sarah Cannon - The Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare

About Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute

As part of Sarah Cannon, the Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare, our family of hospitals provides comprehensive cancer services with convenient access to cutting-edge therapies for people facing cancer in our communities. From diagnosis to treatment and survivorship care, our oncology expertise ensures you have access to locally trusted care with the support of a globally recognized network.

askSARAH helpline

Have cancer questions? We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential. Contact askSARAH at (303) 253-3225.