The Neuro-Oncology Center is the only center of its kind in the Richmond area. These experts work closely together to evaluate and design the best treatment plan. By pooling their expertise, they can make the best decisions and provide the most comprehensive advice and information. Patients with a suspected or diagnosed brain tumor or spinal cord tumor may come for evaluation and treatment. Complete consultation and referral services are available for physicians and patients.
Many patients come to the center for a second opinion.
The physicians, nurses and therapists will examine you, evaluate the results of any tests you may have had prior to your visit, and, if needed, recommend and expedite further diagnostic evaluations using the most advanced technologies. Any additional tests will be scheduled and reviewed promptly, and you will be contacted by one of the Neuro-Oncology Center physician specialists as soon as all of the results are available. Typically, the first specialist you see will be the neurosurgeon. The radiation cancer specialist also may play an important role, and may work with the neurosurgeon in recommending new treatments, such as implants. In addition, a medical cancer specialist may discuss the potential benefits of chemotherapy.