Cancer Care at Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
When you have cancer, you need people to care for you, guide you through your options and help you find strength, courage and peace. This is the kind of care you’ll find in our nationally acclaimed Cancer Care program at Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.
We use advanced screening and diagnostic techniques to learn the extent of your cancer. Then, we create a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. Once a week, a team of specialists meets to review cases and offer unique insights and advice. We provide the very best possible care, every step of the way.
Read through our FAQ section for more details about our approach.
Cancer Care at Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
When you have cancer, you need people to care for you, guide you through your options and help you find strength, courage and peace. This is the kind of care you’ll find in our nationally acclaimed Cancer Care program at Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.
We use advanced screening and diagnostic techniques to learn the extent of your cancer. Then, we create a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. Once a week, a team of specialists meets to review cases and offer unique insights and advice. We provide the very best possible care, every step of the way.
Read through our FAQ section for more details about our approach.
Cancers Treated at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Meet the Team
At Providence, you'll have access to a vast network of dedicated and compassionate providers who offer personalized care by focusing on treatment, prevention and health education.
Accreditation
We are proud to see our dedication to our patients recognized by the most well-respected programs and institutions in the United States. Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital has achieved the following recognition:
American College of Surgeons (ACS) - Commission on Cancer Accredited Program
American College of Surgeons (ACS) - National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) Breast Center Accreditation
Frequently Asked Questions
If you're feeling unsure about your pathology report – which explains details like the type, size and stage of your cancer based on lab results – our team is here to help.
We’ll walk you through the report and answer your questions, so that you feel informed and confident about your diagnosis and treatment options.
With our Cancer Care program, you’ll receive care from highly skilled experts. Your team could potentially include:
- Clinical research professionals
- Genetic counselors
- Medical oncologists
- Nurse navigators
- Nurse practitioners
- Oncology registered nurses
- Patient navigators
- Pathologists
- Primary care physicians
- Radiation oncologists
- Radiologists
- Rehabilitation specialists
- Survivorship physicians
- Surgeons
Your treatment is unique to your diagnosis and needs. It may involve surgery, radiation, chemotherapy or targeted therapies, in addition to ongoing supportive care services.
Your team walks you through each step, helping you manage side effects and access resources like rehabilitation and survivorship programs. Our goal is to ensure that you always feel supported throughout your care.
Treatment timelines vary depending on your diagnosis and the type and stage of your cancer.
Medical oncology and radiation treatments typically involve multiple treatment sessions over a period of days or weeks. Your care team reviews your treatment plan with you, as well as any options that may impact length, frequency and duration of treatment.
Some surgical procedures are done on an outpatient basis. More complex cases may require a hospital stay.
Following active treatment, you will see your physician periodically to monitor for any signs of recurrence.
You may feel tired after treatment and experience common side effects like nausea, appetite changes or hair loss. Your care team can provide guidance to help manage side effects and support your recovery.
It’s important to rest, eat well and stay hydrated. Many patients return to light activities between sessions, but listen to your body and reach out to your team if you need extra care or support. Recovery from chemotherapy varies for each person.
Radiation side effects vary depending on the area being treated, the dose of radiation and your overall health. Common side effects include mild to more pronounced fatigue and skin irritation, such as redness, dryness or sensitivity in the treated area. You may also notice temporary changes such as swelling or hair loss in the treated areas.
Your care team monitors you closely and helps manage your symptoms. Most side effects disappear after treatment ends.
It’s natural to feel nervous about surgery, but your care team will talk you through the process, helping you prepare for surgery and answering all your questions well in advance.
As part of your personalized care plan, we offer surgical options tailored to your diagnosis and goals, including minimally invasive procedures, if possible, along with reconstruction if needed.
After surgery, we provide detailed recovery instructions and make sure that you have all the ongoing support you need to help you heal with confidence.
Throughout your cancer journey, we offer personal services and practical advice to help reduce stress and make your life a little easier.
These services include:
- Financial counseling
- Interpreter services
- Palliative care
- Pastoral care
- Patient navigation
- Rehabilitation programs
- Support services
- Survivorship care
- Wellness programs
Yes, getting a second opinion can help you feel more confident in your diagnosis and treatment plan. If you’ve already been diagnosed somewhere else, we’re here to help you take the next step.
Call our team at the number above. We’ll match you with the right specialist and help you schedule your visit.
Eligibility to participate in a clinical trial depends on factors such as:
- Cancer type and stage.
- Previous treatments.
- Overall health. Each trial has specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.
To learn more, contact your care team.
Patient & Program Stories
Often, when you're faced with life-altering news, like receiving a cancer diagnosis, it makes you view everyday moments a bit differently. Watch the inspiring stories of some of our own oncology staff and patients.
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Adriana's story
Adriana was diagnosed with a rare form of cervical cancer. She received warm, compassionate care at Providence during her chemo and radiation treatment.
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Tim's story
Through Providence, Tim was able to treat his diagnosis of stage four metastatic melanoma, get a new immune therapy and receive the personalized care he needed.
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Natalie's story
Natalie’s aggressive breast cancer couldn’t be treated with HER2/neu therapy, so the team of medical oncologists at Providence put together a personalized chemotherapy plan.
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Robert's story
Robert’s hematologist-oncologist treats his colon and liver cancer but never forgets to prioritize his overall quality of life and answer all his questions.
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Cancer Genetics
If you have a genetic mutation that increases your predisposition to specific cancers, genetic evaluation and testing can help with prevention or catch cancer as early as possible – when it’s most treatable.
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Charlene's story
When Charlene was first diagnosed with breast cancer, she burst into tears. But her team at Providence offered an oncoplastic lumpectomy to retain her natural breast shape and enrolled her in a clinical trial for additional tumor testing.
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Medical Oncology
Medical oncology is more than chemotherapy; it’s about becoming a patient’s coordinator of care and helping them define their treatment goals.
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Radiation Oncology
Radiation oncologists carefully target your tumors to decrease side effects and prevent harm to healthy surrounding tissue as much as possible.
PLUVICTO®: Transformative Treatment for Prostate Cancer
PLUVICTO® treats metastatic prostate cancer in patients who developed resistance to other standard treatments. Now, patients don’t need to undergo chemotherapy prior to being eligible for PLUVICTO®.
A targeted radioligand therapy, PLUVICTO® reaches cancer cells throughout the body while preserving healthy cells, helping to reduce tumor burden and alleviate symptoms.
Lung Cancer Screening
Early detection of cancer increases the likelihood of positive long-term outcomes. We strive to empower you to take control of your respiratory health. Undergoing a lung cancer screening can help detect early-stage lung cancer, even if symptoms aren’t apparent. Learn more about lung cancer screening today.
Part of Providence Northern California
For over 100 years, our patients throughout Sonoma, Napa and Humboldt counties have been at the heart of everything we do:
- On a mission to improve outcomes for each and every one of our patients, we partner with cancer research organizations to provide you with the highest-quality care.
- Our Round Barn Cancer Center in Santa Rosa offers patients leading-edge clinical trials.
- Our nurse navigators can help you find transportation and low-cost temporary lodging if you need to travel for treatment.