We offer programs and services designed to address the wide range of needs that can result from cancer treatment. Our experts will work with you to promote the wellness of your mind, body and soul.
Comprehensive Cancer Support: Why Choose Sentara?
Our experts work together - and with you - so that you don't have to go it alone. We offer:
- Expert care: Our multidisciplinary teams unite board-certified, fellowship-trained cancer experts and other highly accomplished medical services professionals to meet your unique needs. Each of us strives to exceed national benchmarks, the standards set for care excellence. We work relentlessly, communicating and coordinating with you, so that you have the best possible outcome. Find a doctor.
- Convenient care: We offer cancer care at convenient locations, so there's no need to travel for care. See our locations.
- National recognition: Sentara was the first healthcare system in Virginia to earn accreditation as an Integrated Network Cancer Program from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The multidisciplinary Commission sets stringent quality and comprehensive care standards and measures its members' success to improve patient outcomes. We have also been awarded accreditation from the American College of Radiology.
Help During and After Cancer Treatment
When you or a loved one has cancer, Sentara offers all the support and help you need. Our friendly and compassionate team assists at every step of the way. We offer:
Cancer navigator services
From diagnosis to recovery, navigators are there to help guide you through the process and provide the answers and support you need. We help with:
- Answering treatment questions
- Appointment scheduling
- Connecting to integrative, supportive, and spiritual care
- Getting to appointments (transportation assistance)
- Resources to help pay for care
Cancer rehabilitation
We offer cancer rehabilitation services to help you stay strong during and after cancer treatment. Our rehabilitation and therapy experts assess your:
- Ability to care for yourself (functional living skills)
- Balance
- Endurance
- Strength
Our therapists create personalized exercise programs to help you build and recover strength. We also offer advice and training on nutrition, pain management and changes you can make to stay safer at home.
Cancer support groups and classes
Connecting with others who have experienced cancer can be helpful for many people. We help you find a cancer support community and offer classes and events to improve your quality of life. Learn more about support groups, classes and events near you.
Support services near you
You can get the support services you need during cancer treatment in your community. Find support services near you.
Cancers We Treat
The Sentara cancer team offers prompt diagnosis and personalized treatment for all types of cancer. Learn more about cancers we treat.
Cancer Prevention and Screening
Find out what you can do to help prevent certain cancers and catch cancers early when they are most treatable. Learn more about prevention and screening.
Leading-edge Cancer Research
We never stop looking for new and better ways to fight cancer. Learn more about the Sentara Health Research Center.
Contact Us
Find a cancer specialist or call 1-888-220-2214 to learn more.