Patients who are facing a cancer diagnosis can find advanced, comprehensive and compassionate care at the Lawson Cancer Center (LCC) at Pikeville Medical Center. Due to high rates of many types of cancer in the Appalachian region, it is vital that patients have access to quality cancer care close to home, and by specialists they can trust.
“With access to genetic testing, clinical trials and an in-house dedicated oncology pharmacy, the Lawson Cancer Center at PMC is able to provide oncology care comparable to any other cancer center in the nation,” said Dr. Aasems Jacob, PMC Hematologist/Oncologist.
The LCC proudly offers a wide range of oncology services including medical oncology, hematology, radiation therapy (TrueBeam Linear Accelerator with Brain Lab Technology), infusion services, chemotherapy, clinical trials, on-site biopsies & surgical services, genetic testing and more.
In addition to state-of-the-art equipment and up-to-date practices, the staff at the Lawson Cancer Center offers unmeasurable dedication to their patients.
“Our staff is so compassionate when it comes to the needs of our patients,” said Dr. Vickie Morgan, PMC Medical Oncologist. “We truly treat our patients like family here, beginning the first day they come through our doors.”
A cancer diagnosis is life-changing. The Lawson Cancer Center at PMC understands the vast array of challenges a patient faces, and its staff supports patients on their cancer journey by delivering hope and providing solutions to advance their care.
