Adult Neuro-oncology Program
at UPMC Cancer Centers
UPMC Cancer Centers’ Adult Neuro-oncology Program, located at Hillman Cancer Center, provides comprehensive neurological cancer care to patients with benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the brain and spinal cord, as well as patients with metastatic cancer that has spread to the nervous system.
The program’s multidisciplinary team combines the expertise of neurosurgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists to provide a complete continuum of care – incorporating best practices and access to the latest therapies and cancer clinical trials. This innovative approach to patient care has distinguished the program as both a national and international authority in several specialized programs.
The Adult Neuro-oncology Program at UPMC Cancer Centers is world-renowned for its treatment of tumors of the brain and spinal cord. Through cutting-edge surgical and radiosurgery techniques, including the Expanded Endonasal Approach (EEA),
awake craniotomy, spinal surgery, Gamma Knife, and CyberKnife, UPMC surgeons are providing patients with benign and malignant tumors of the brain and spine customized treatment options for multiple lesions and tumors.
To learn more about the Adult Neuro-oncology Program at UPMC Cancer Centers, or to request a consultation, go to Appointments & Referrals.