Best Surgical Oncologist Tucson Near Me

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I believe there are many qualities that constitute any great surgeon, but for me these qualities help to achieve one ultimate goal. An optimal outcome means my patient is not only cured, but also ready to live a long and happy life. I strive to achieve this outcome through a combination of technical and artistic ability, practical judgment, whole body care and passion. Being part of the breast cancer cure and helping my patients live normal lives during their treatment and beyond is the reason I do what I do.

My technical and artistic abilities allow me to reshape the breast to help prevent deformities after a lumpectomy or a partial mastectomy. I routinely perform oncoplastic breast surgery at the time of cancer lumpectomy. I also perform skin-sparing, nipple-sparing mastectomies, coordinating with plastic surgeons for immediate reconstruction, as well as sentinel node biopsy, high-risk screening, BRCA testing and genetic evaluation.

4worldlovers: CREATING THE CURES OF TOMORROW FOR PATIENTS WHO NEED THEM, TODAY

As a world-renowned research institution and the founding member of the National Comprehensive Care Network, City of Hope is at the forefront of the next generation of treatments, serving as a leader in the delivery of personalized, whole-person care.

And we’re closer than ever. City of Hope, a 100+-year-old world leader in cancer research, treatment and prevention, joined forces with Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), uniting a shared vision, values and commitment to high-quality, compassionate care that puts the patient first—at our hospitals, Comprehensive Care Centers and Outpatient Care Centers across the United States.

From personalized cancer treatments to supportive therapies that target side effects, our integrative, comprehensive care is delivered by a team of specialists and other cancer experts, all under one roof. At City of Hope, you have a dedicated team of cancer experts assigned to your care, with some responsible for treating the cancer and others working to help the you manage related side effects, like pain, nausea or malnutrition. We also help with your travel arrangements and, depending on your needs and situation, provide telehealth services that connect you with our cancer experts from the convenience of your home.

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We accept a variety of insurance policies, most Medicare plans and more.

“Within a week, I was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, staged, given my treatment options and assured that I was not alone in my fight. I was on a team now—which I was to be a big part of—and we were going to do everything possible to beat this disease.”

“Having all my appointments under one roof was a great advantage and very convenient. After the three-day consultation, I knew this was the place I needed to be.”

“As soon as I walked through the front doors, I knew this was the place I wanted to be. I met with everyone who would be part of my care team. Together, we chose a treatment plan, and I was ready to fight. I knew I was in good hands.”

Surrounding yourself with a team of cancer doctors allows you to get the answers you need to make informed decisions about your care, with the sense of urgency you deserve. If you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, or you’re already undergoing treatment, and you’re unsure of what to do, our cancer doctors will work with you to design a treatment plan that’s personalized for your diagnosis and your individual needs, treating not just the disease but also helping you manage side effects and get back to life.

Click the links below to learn more about our cancer treatment experts

Anita Johnson, MD, FACS Chief of Surgery, City of Hope Atlanta; Leader, City of Hope Atlanta Women’s Cancer Center Tulio Rodriguez, MD Director of Hematology, Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program, City of Hope Chicago Toufic Kachaamy, MD Chief of Medicine, City of Hope Phoenix Ruchi Garg, MD Chair, Gynecologic Oncology, City of Hope Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix

Explore more about our expertise in cancer treatment and becoming a patient at City of Hope

Other than skin cancer, the five most common cancers in the United States are breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, colorectal cancer and melanoma. But there are more than 100 cancer types and subtypes. At City of Hope, our experts treat all stages of cancer, from early-stage disease to rare and complex cancers. Learn more about the different types of cancer we treat, including information on symptoms, risk factors and more.

A second opinion may point to a different cancer type, and a review of your genetic profile through advanced genomic testing may uncover a more advanced treatment option not previously considered, or help to confirm your current diagnosis and treatment plan.

One in three men and women will develop cancer in their lifetime. Forty-two percent of cancer cases diagnosed in the United States are potentially preventable trough lifestyle changes and/or regular screenings. City of Hope developed a cancer risk assessment using the gold standard of clinical guidelines—free for you to take online right now.

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My approach to care delivery does not only focus on saving lives but providing the best quality of life for my patients. I believe in a multi-disciplinary approach in treating patients, especially those with hepatopancreaticobiliary malignancies. I treat every patient with the same dedication, care and compassion as I would expect a member of my family to be treated.


Pancreatic cancer Liver cancer and liver metastases Neuroendocrine cancers Stomach cancer and bile duct malignancies Gastrointestinal surgery Benign complex gastrointestinal surgery


Bringing awareness and education to patients and their families about pancreatic cancer is a passion of mine.

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