Cancer Care - Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital

Oncologists guide patients through every stage of care, from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. They help explain test results, recommend treatment options and manage side effects. 

Your oncologist collaborates with a multidisciplinary care team that may include medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and surgeons. Their goal is to provide personalized cancer care while supporting physical, emotional and spiritual health.

At Memorial Hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of cancer treatments and therapy options close to home. Our services include:

• Antibiotic therapy

• Blood transfusions

• Central line draws and dressing changes

• Chemotherapy

• Clinical trials

• Fluids for dehydration

• Infusion education

• Injections or IV treatments to prevent side effects

• Inpatient oncology services

• Plasmapheresis

• Radiation therapy, including an advanced noninvasive alternative to surgery

• Surgical services, including minimally invasive robot-assisted surgery

• Vaccinations

At Memorial Hospital, we understand the importance of caring for the whole person throughout their cancer journey. Our holistic approach includes support and survivorship services, including a dedicated patient navigator to guide you every step of your journey, from paperwork and scheduling to emotional support. 

For patients and families at our inpatient unit, we also offer these free services:

• Art for Healing program: Through art, music and other creative activities, we offer a chance to reflect, relax, heal and let go. 

• Family accommodations and lounge: Our inpatient rooms are designed to support families who wish to stay overnight. The family lounge provides a comfortable space with refreshments for families to read, watch television and visit.

• Other support services: We can connect you with other hospital and community resources, such as nutritional counseling, palliative care, home health care and social services.

Yes, through our partnership with the Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC), which is part of the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center's Translational Oncology Research International (TORI) network, our patients gain early access to the latest clinical trials without the need to travel to UCLA.

A cancer patient navigator is trained to guide patients and their families through a cancer journey. Your cancer patient navigator can:

• Be your compassionate, helping hand through every step of treatment

• Connect you and your family with hospital and community support services

• Coordinate communication between you and your health care team

• Explain procedures and treatments

• Help schedule and coordinate appointments

• Offer support with educational, practical, emotional or logistical issues

You can reach our cancer patient navigator at (661) 865-2573.

Most health insurance plans cover cancer care, including visits with an oncologist, diagnostic testing, surgical procedures, and treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Coverage details can vary based on your plan and provider network. Before your appointment, our team at (661) 327-4647 can help review insurance coverage, explain benefits and answer questions so you can focus on your care.

Referral requirements depend on your health insurance plan. Some insurance plans in California require a referral from a primary care doctor, while others allow you to schedule an oncology appointment directly. It’s important to check with your insurance provider before your visit. Our cancer care team at (661) 327-4647 can also help with referral questions, insurance verification and appointment scheduling.