Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
At MSK, cancer care – from immunotherapy and surgery to integrative medicine – is the only thing we do. Call us at 800-525-2225, visit us online at MSKCC.org, or in person at 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY, or at our other locations in New York …
Melanoma Stages 0, 1, 2, 3 and 4 - Memorial Sloan Kettering …
There are 5 stages of melanoma, from 0 to 4. The lower the number, the less the cancer has spread. We also break down some stages even more, into stages A, B, C, and D. Invasive melanoma is cancer that can spread to other areas of the body. Melanoma is divided into stages based on the thickness of the primary tumor and other features.
Metastatic Prostate Cancer Treatments
Chemotherapy for prostate cancer is an important treatment option when the disease has metastasized (spread). If you have cancer that has spread to your bones, chemotherapy can help you live longer, with less pain. Docetaxel (Taxotere ®) is considered the standard of care in chemotherapy for prostate cancer that is resistant to hormone therapy.
About the MyMSK Patient Portal & App
How to enroll in MyMSK. You can create a MyMSK account at my.mskcc.org or on the MyMSK app using your enrollment ID.. Before your first appointment, you may have received an enrollment ID by email, or you can request one from a patient care advisor by calling 800-525-2225.. After your first appointment, you need an enrollment ID and your medical record …
Breast Cancer - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Our mission: Ending cancer for life. Memorial Sloan Kettering was founded in 1884, and today is a world leader in patient care, research, and educational programs.
Mammograms & Other Types of Breast Exams - Memorial Sloan …
Breast exams such as mammograms help doctors find early signs of breast cancer, before you have symptoms. Our Breast Screening Program at the Evelyn H. Lauder Breast Center provides complete breast cancer screening services. We also offer regular mammograms at …
Hormonal Therapy for Prostate Cancer
Oct 20, 2023 · Types of hormonal therapies. There are 3 types of hormonal therapies for prostate cancer. They may be used alone or together. Luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone (LHRH) agonists block the signal from your pituitary gland that tells your testicles to make testosterone. Leuprolide (Lupron®) and goserelin (Zoladex®) are LHRH agonists.
Metastatic and Metastasized Cancers: Answers to 7 Common …
Jul 26, 2022 · Many tumors can be eliminated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and other treatments.But once cancer spreads, or metastasizes, to other parts of the body, it becomes much harder to stop. In this Q&A, medical oncologist Emily Feld talks about how metastatic cancer is diagnosed and treated at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). Dr.
Ivermectin (Systemic - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Dec 12, 2022 · A member of your care team will answer Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Outside those hours, you can leave a message or talk with another MSK provider. There is always a doctor or nurse on call. If you’re not sure how to reach your healthcare provider, call 212-639-2000. If you have questions or concerns, contact your healthcare ...
Bladder Cancer - Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (buh-SIH-lus KAL-met-gay-RIN) is a type of immunotherapy used after surgery. It’s for bladder cancer that’s only in the bladder and not in the muscle. BCG treatment is an alternative to chemotherapy given inside the bladder for high grade non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).