Cancer Patient Support Group
This weekly group, facilitated by a professional counselor/social worker offers patients an opportunity to express their feelings and concerns and...
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The musculoskeletal structure is made up of bones and soft tissue -- which supports your bones and connects your tissues and organs together. Soft tissue includes:
The network of bones and soft tissue that runs throughout your body is susceptible to cancer, like any other body organ.
Our bone cancer team is one of only a few in the Midwest with two fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic oncologists. Between them, they have more than 40 years of experience in diagnosing and treating bone and musculoskeletal conditions such as malignant and benign bone tumors, soft-tissue tumors, and joint lesions.
The team also includes:
If you’re diagnosed with bone and musculoskeletal cancer, this team will work together to develop a personalized treatment plan based on your specific disease, medical history, and preferences. They’ll also connect you with support groups and counseling services.
Most people with bone cancers do not have any apparent risk factors. A few of the known risk factors include:
Detecting cancer early helps us treat it successfully. If you experience any of the following symptoms, see a doctor to diagnose your condition:
While these symptoms are not necessarily indicators of bone or musculoskeletal cancer, it’s important to see a doctor to rule out that possibility.
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