Hematologic Cancer
Hoag Family Cancer Institute
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With prevention, early detection, proven and emerging therapies, research, and complementary care, Hoag Family Cancer Institute’s multidisciplinary team provides cancer patients with comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic advantages.
Winning Against Hematologic Malignancies
Offering Molecular Imaging Trial for Myeloma
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Lymphoma
According to the American Cancer Society, Hodgkin lymphoma is one of the most treatable types of cancer, with 5-year survival rates as high as 87 percent. Hoag is Orange County's top choice for cancer treatment, thanks to next-generation procedures that produce next-level results, world-class technology for a faster and more complete recovery and an oncology team that's second to none at treating and beating cancer.
Leukemia
A leukemia diagnosis can be overwhelming, and hard to understand. At Hoag Family Cancer Institute, we're committed to caring for body, mind and soul, helping patients navigate the process of healing with less confusion and more agency. From next-generation treatments to our dedicated clinical nurse navigators to help patients find resources and information, we're here for you.
Myelodysplastic Syndrome
A myelodysplastic syndrome diagnosis is news nobody wants to get, but Hoag is ready to help you understand your treatment options, mitigate symptoms and find your best path forward. Our whole-body approach brings together the best research, technology and treatment options along with a world-class team of physicians with one goal in mind: to see you as more than just a diagnosis, and help you see a future beyond your condition.
Myeloma
With Hoag’s highly experienced, multidisciplinary team of experts on your team, you've got a fighting chance against myeloma and other blood cancers. At Hoag, we believe you are more than just a diagnosis, and that we can help you recover from myeloma.
Myeloproliferative Neoplasms
Myeloproliferative neoplasms are very rare, with only around 20,000 total cases diagnosed in the U.S. each year according to the National Cancer Institute. As the highest-volume cancer center in Orange County, Hoag sees and treats more blood cancer cases, including rare types like myeloproliferative neoplasms.
Meet Hoag's Hematologic (Blood) Cancer and Benign Hematology Team
Hematologic (Blood) Cancer and Benign Hematology Medical Oncologists
Pooja Motwani, MD
Medical Director, Benign and Malignant Hematology
Radiation Oncologists
Hematologic (Blood) Cancer and Benign Hematology Nurse Navigator
Hoag's Precision Medicine Program
Hoag’s Precision Medicine Program combines genomics and genetics to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. Using the latest advances in genomic technologies, targeted therapies and research, our precision medicine program brings together a multidisciplinary team, including a robust genetic counseling group of experts, to provide patients with the latest in innovation and technology.
Hoag Family Cancer Institute Social Workers
Being diagnosed with cancer can feel overwhelming at times. Many patients and their families need help with coping and can benefit from supportive counseling. Oncology Clinical Social Workers are available to provide emotional and practical support during all stages of cancer including diagnosis, treatment and post-treatment survivorship.
Hoag Family Cancer Institute Dietitians
Hoag Family Cancer Institute dietitians work closely with patients’ physicians, nurses, therapists, and social workers to ensure complete care.
Research & Clinical Trials for Hematologic (Blood Cancers)
Hoag is committed to leading the way in state-of-the-art technologies and advanced treatment options. Part of this commitment includes clinical research with the goal of helping patients live longer, healthier lives. Through carefully planned clinical trials, researchers evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new ways to diagnose, treat and prevent diseases or conditions. Treatments studied in clinical trials might be new drugs or new combinations of drugs, new surgical procedures or devices, or new ways to use existing treatments.