Head and neck cancers or tumors most often form in the mucus linings of the mouth, throat, voice box and other parts of the head and neck. Less frequently, head and neck cancer can form in salivary glands, muscles or nerves. Some of the most frequent causes of head and neck cancers or tumors include…
Abbey Overstreet, R.N., OCN, Norton Cancer Institute Head & Neck Tumor Program patient navigator, helps patients and their families with the challenges that come with a tumor diagnosis. She is a registered nurse and an advocate for patients and families, providing information and support through diagnosis, treatment and beyond. Patient navigator services are free and…
The stage of kidney cancer will help determine the course of treatment. For the majority of kidney cancers, though, surgical removal of all or part of the kidney (nephrectomy) is recommended. This may include removing the bladder or surrounding tissues or lymph nodes, as well. If surgery is not an option, your physician may suggest…
Norton Cancer Institute is at the forefront of leukemia treatment research. As investigators on numerous trials, our specialist physicians have unparalleled experience with many innovative treatments once they are approved for broad use. Patients also may be eligible to take part in these experimental leukemia treatments. Norton Cancer Institute researchers also contribute to groundbreaking studies…
Norton Cancer Institute provides comprehensive care for patients with liver cancer affecting the liver and pancreas, including primary and metastatic cancers as well as suspicious liver masses. Specialties include: Metastatic colorectal cancer Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of liver cancer Cholangiocarcinoma (cancer in the tubes that carry digestive fluid through the liver) Gallbladder…
Norton Cancer Institute offers hope to our Louisville-area patients diagnosed with liver cancer through pioneering research and alternative, state-of-the-art treatment options. Working closely with you and your primary care physician, we’ll devise a personalized liver cancer care plan based on the stage and type of the tumor, plus presence of any other medical conditions. We…
Lung cancer cells typically start growing in the linings of air passages, sometimes deep in the lungs. Uncontrolled cell growth forms a tumor that may grow undetected, since the lungs have relatively few nerve endings to cause pain or other symptoms. Advancements in lung screenings for those at high risk, clinical research and treatment have…
According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer accounts for about 20% of cancer deaths in the U.S., making it the leading cause of cancer deaths. The number of lung cancer deaths has been decreasing for the last four decades. Previously, a diagnosis of lung cancer meant a low survival rate. That’s because by the…
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells grow in your lung tissue. It is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Kentucky has the highest rates of new lung cancer cases in the nation. Lung cancer is mostly diagnosed in people age 70 and older. Symptoms include shortness of breath and fatigue. Lung…
The best lung cancer care begins with quality research. It shapes our understanding of the disease, guides our treatments, and gives hope for the future for lung cancer patients. At Norton Cancer Institute, we are constantly seeking new ways to personalize treatment for lung cancer. Our multidisciplinary team of researchers, physicians, nurses and support staff…
Norton Cancer Institute is the leading provider of care for Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma in Louisville and Southern Indiana. We provide a comprehensive range of treatments for lymphoma. Our lymphoma specialists are board-certified and fellowship-trained leaders in their field. They’re at the forefront of developing innovative approaches to getting patients back to living their…
Norton Cancer Institute is at the forefront of lymphoma treatment research. As investigators on numerous trials, our specialist physicians have unparalleled experience with many innovative treatments once they are approved for broad use. Patients also may be eligible to take part in these experimental lymphoma treatments. Norton Cancer Institute researchers also contribute to groundbreaking studies…