Cancer Treatments & Services
Find exceptional oncology care for almost any type of adult cancer. Our expert team collaborates to recommend the most effective treatment plan for you, which may include:
- Cancer-fighting medications, such as chemotherapy, biotherapy (immunotherapy), infusion therapy, or hormone therapy
- Optune® devices, which use low-intensity electrical fields to stop the growth of glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor) or malignant pleural mesothelioma (cancer affecting the lungs and ribs)
- Radiation therapy to target and destroy cancer cells using beams of intense energy. Bliss Cancer Center offers leading-edge radiation technology, so you reach your best outcome in less time and fewer sessions
- Surgery to remove all or part of a tumor from your body
Nationally Accredited Cancer Care
Access high-quality cancer services recognized by some of the nation's most well-respected accrediting organizations. Bliss Cancer Center receives ongoing evaluation and earns top scores from:
- Commission on Cancer (CoC) American College of Surgeons
- American College of Radiation Oncology (ACRO). Learn why the ACRO ranks us as one of the top radiation oncology programs in the U.S. offering the latest, most advanced radiation therapies.
- National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), which recognizes our skill in preventing, detecting, and fighting breast cancer.
Minimally Invasive Interventional Radiology
If your care includes interventional oncology procedures (minimally invasive techniques guided by imaging), you’ll likely recover faster than with traditional surgery. Your doctor may recommend:
- Cryoablation – Uses extreme cold to freeze and kill tumors on organs
- Kyphoplasty – Treats cancer-related spine fractures to relieve pain
- OsteoCool® – Uses radiofrequency (heat) ablation to destroy a bone tumor
Ongoing Review to Improve Your Care
Each week, a multidisciplinary team of specialists will meet to discuss your case, track your progress, and update your treatment if needed. Count on us to recommend not only the most effective therapies, but also comprehensive cancer support services for you and your loved ones.
Specialized Cancer Programs
Feel confident knowing you're in the right place for care, thanks to the strength of our focused programs for specific types of cancer. Explore specialized services for:
Inpatient & Outpatient Oncology Services
Depending on your treatment and other factors, you may receive:
- Inpatient care – Takes place in the hospital, where you stay at least one night
- Outpatient care – Occurs at a clinic that you visit during the day and then leave to go home
Dedicated Inpatient Oncology Department
Feel at ease in a private room on the fifth floor of Mary Greeley Medical Center’s West Patient Tower. This space is:
- Specifically dedicated and designed to meet the needs of patients like you
- Staffed by an expert team that includes nurses certified in oncology care
Learn more about the departments and locations that make up the Bliss Cancer Center.
Burke Family Suites
Ask about the availability of a Burke Family Suite for you and your loved ones, especially before a hospital stay that will last more than one night. These suites offer a large, comfortable space that includes:
- Kitchenette for convenient, homemade meals
- Private bathroom
- Separate but connected areas for patients and loved ones, so your family is always nearby for comfort and support
Enjoy the view or spend time in Mary Greeley Medical Center’s nearby rooftop garden, a healing, tranquil setting for you and your family.
Access to Clinical Trials in Iowa
Ask your doctor about a cancer clinical trial, which may offer access to promising new treatments before they’re widely available.
