Cancer Care - Dignity Health - Mercy Medical Center Mt. Shasta

If you are referred to Mercy Medical Center Redding for cancer care, you’ll have access to a full range of treatment options in a comfortable and supportive setting that’s not far from home. Your care team includes cancer specialists working as a team to examine each diagnosis and plan the best treatment that addresses treatment needs, symptom management and overall quality of life.

Mercy Redding Cancer Centers and Mercy Mt. Shasta have formed a strategic partnership with GenesisCare, a recognized leader in radiation therapy services. GenesisCare utilizes the latest radiation therapy technology, and their team of specially trained physicians, physicists and therapists is dedicated to providing you with the highest level of personalized care.

For additional comprehensive cancer care, our sister hospital offers infusion services, surgery and precision oncology.

An oncologist is a physician who focuses on the care and treatment of people with cancer. They help confirm diagnoses, explain test results and recommend treatment options based on a patient’s specific condition. Throughout treatment and follow-up care, oncologists monitor progress, manage side effects and adjust care plans as needed. They work alongside a multidisciplinary team that may include surgeons, radiation specialists and nurses to support each patient’s physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

Genetic counseling is a service where trained specialists help identify how your genes may affect your risk of cancer and the steps you can take to support your health. Board-certified genetic counselors can help you understand your personal cancer risk and decide whether genetic testing is right for you. Talk with your primary care provider or specialist about a referral to genetic counseling.

Yes. Cancer care often includes support services to address physical, emotional and practical needs. These may include symptom management, nutrition support, counseling, care coordination and survivorship planning. Support services are an important part of comprehensive cancer care and are available both to patients and their families.

Our dedicated oncology nurse navigators are specialized nurses who help guide you through cancer treatment. Think of them as your direct link to your doctor and care team. They partner with you from diagnosis through treatment and recovery. To access our oncology nurse navigators, please ask your physician for a referral.

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 you review insurance coverage, explain benefits and answer questions, so you can focus on your care.