Cancer Care - Dignity Health Medical Group - Grass Valley, CA

We diagnose and treat a wide range of cancers at the Dignity Health Medical Group Cancer Clinic in Grass Valley, including:

• Breast cancer

• Gynecologic cancer, such as ovarian cancer, endometrial uterine cancer and cervical cancer 

• Head and neck cancer

• Liver cancer

• Lung cancer

• Pancreatic cancer

We offer diagnostic and treatment options based on the type and stage of cancer. We create individualized care plans to address treatment needs, symptom management and overall quality of life. Our comprehensive services include:

• Chemotherapy

• Radiation oncology, including brachytherapy, radiosurgery and radiation therapy

• Radiology and imaging services

• Surgery, including biopsy, minimally invasive surgery, palliative cancer surgery and reconstructive surgery
  

Chemotherapy side effects are highly individual and can vary significantly among patients. Potential symptoms you may experience include:

• Decreased appetite

• Fatigue

• Fever

• Hair loss

• Low platelet count (Thrombocytopenia)

• Menstrual irregularities

• Mouth sores (Stomatitis/Mucositis)

• Nausea and vomiting

It is important to discuss any side effects you experience with your care team, as they can often provide medications or strategies to manage them.

Our scalp cooling system reduces hair loss during chemotherapy by cooling your scalp before, during and after treatment. You will wear a cooling cap that helps reduce the temperature and blood flow to your hair follicles. With less blood flow, the chemotherapy medication does not reach the hair follicles as deeply. This means your hair is less likely to be damaged.

We offer a breast cancer removal procedure that results in little to no visible scar. If you are a candidate for the surgery, your surgeon will place your incision in a location that is difficult to see. This procedure works with a mastectomy (removal of all breast tissue) or a lumpectomy (partial removal of breast tissue).

Most health insurance plans cover cancer care, including visits with an oncologist, diagnostic testing and treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Coverage details can vary based on your plan and provider network. Before your appointment, our team can help review insurance coverage, explain benefits and answer questions, so you can focus on your care.