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The Neuro-oncology Clinic is a part of the Cancer Center's Neuro-oncology Program. The program focuses on
management of patients with malignant and benign tumors of the brain and spinal cord as well as neurological
complications of cancer. We take pride in providing care that is based on the most advanced knowledge but is
also personalized, compassionate, and comprehensive. Individual patient cases may be reviewed at the
Brain Tumor Board for the development of a coordinated management plan. We
take part in
Clinical Trials of new and innovative treatments for nervous
system cancer.
For most patients seen in Neuro-oncology Clinic, we provide continuing medical management. We are pleased to
provide consultations and second opinions. For many of our patients, we collaborate with neurosurgeons,
radiation oncologists, or medical oncologists, either at University of Michigan or in the patient's community, for
treatment planning. Nurse clinicians experienced in neuro-oncology are involved in the care of most of our patients,
especially for those undergoing chemotherapy
- All types of primary brain tumors. Common examples are:
- glioblastoma
- astrocytoma
- oligodendroglioma
- oligoastrocytoma
- meningioma
- ependymoma
- lymphoma
- medulloblastoma
- Neurological complications of cancer including brain metastases, spine metastases, leptomeningeal
metastases and all other neurologic conditions that can develop in the cancer patient, whether related to
tumor spread or not.
- Establishing an accurate diagnosis (including review of pathology in some cases)
- Management of neurological symptoms including headaches, seizures, and various aspects of neurological
function
- Administration of chemotherapy where applicable
- Use of promising new treatments in clinical trials
- Management of complications
- Management of emotional aspects, often in collaboration with a psychiatrist or other health care
professional
Neuro-oncology Clinic meets 5 days per week in the UM Cancer Center. Urgent referrals can be seen
within 2 workdays.
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