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Tampa General Hospital is one of only three academic centers in the region to offer comprehensive head and neck oncologic care. Collaboration between our specialized otolaryngologists (ENTs) and neurosurgeons allows us to provide world-class care for both benign and malignant tumors of the skull base.

Our institute also offers diagnosis and treatment to patients with cancers throughout the head and neck region, including the oral cavity, larynx, advanced skin, sinus, salivary gland, HPV-related cancers, as well as thyroid and parathyroid tumors. Tampa General is among a few programs to feature ENTs with fellowship training in head and neck cancer, allowing us to perform the most complex surgical procedures on the most challenging patients in the region.

At the cutaneous oncology program at Tampa General Hospital’s Cancer Institute, our experts diagnose and treat skin cancer—even incredibly complex cases—with compassion and skill. Our commitment to providing world-class cancer care has earned us recognition by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10% in the nation for Cancer Care for 2021-22.

Our radiation oncologists are highly skilled, combining their expertise with the use of state-of-the-art radiation technology to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. 

At Tampa General, we diagnose and treat breast cancer every day with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to fast turnaround times for appointments. In many cases, we can provide same-day results and treatments, from biopsies to minimally invasive breast interventions and excisions performed on an outpatient basis.

Our multidisciplinary team of cancer specialists—including some of the top breast cancer oncologists and surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and many others—utilizes state-of-the-art technology to provide a treatment plan customized to each patient’s individual needs. Our team is at the forefront of advances in breast cancer treatment and designs plans that deliver the best possible outcome and quality of life for our patients.

Tampa General Hospital’s Hematology Malignancies Program provides diagnostic services and treatment options for patients for all kinds of blood disorders, both cancerous and benign. Our interdisciplinary staff includes physicians from TGMG and USF Health specializing in hematology, as well as registered nurses, medical assistants, and radiation oncologists who can assist in cases of malignant disease. Each patient’s needs are assessed on an individual basis before our team tailors a treatment plan to fit his or her precise situation.

 

Tampa General Hospital's Surgical Oncology program delivers comprehensive, multidisciplinary assessment, treatment plans and surgical solutions for even the most complex cases. 

At Tampa General Hospital, we provide comprehensive treatment for all types of cancers that affect the digestive system and have a colorectal oncology program that specializes in treating colon and rectum cancer. 

Our board-certified surgeons have been at the forefront of colorectal cancer treatments and screening for nearly two decades. As innovative pioneers, we remove more rectal tumors through transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS) than any other hospital in West Central Florida. These procedures provide patients with an early return to a productive life. As a result, Tampa General offers patients faster recovery times and significantly better outcomes than national averages.

In the highly acclaimed Tampa General Hospital’s Cancer Institute Cancer Genetics Program, a team including licensed, board-certified genetic counselors stand ready to help our patients. You can rely on our experienced and compassionate team to provide expert guidance, facilitate test ordering/sample collection, and give you direct and personalized information to help you navigate the complex science of genetics. Our goal is to empower you to make the right choice for you. 

You may also wish to take advantage of our Cancer Institute’s High Risk Cancer Prevention Clinic, which offers a range of services that can help you stay up to date with the recommended care plan and update the plan with cutting-edge advancements.