People with cancer have many options when it comes to their treatment, but at Community Oncology, we put patients first.

Community Oncology practices are where the majority of people with cancer receive their care. There are more than 5,000 community oncologists spanning 950 practices across the United States who are dedicated to giving the best care to their patients. Community Oncology is distinguished from cancer care delivered in other settings, like academic medical centers and for-profit treatment centers, because of four key factors: personable, convenience, excellence and affordability.

Because community oncology practices are independently owned by the doctors providing treatment, the mission of patient-centered care drives every aspect of practice operations. The doctors, nurses, and administrative staff of independent community oncology clinics take time to get to know each patient and understand their unique needs and diagnosis so treatments can be customized. In community oncology, a patient never becomes a “number.”

Additionally, many community oncology clinics maintain on-site pharmacies, making it easier and more convenient to start treatment promptly and under appropriate medical supervision. Cancer takes a significant emotional toll on patients and families, so every minute it takes to travel to appointments is less time with family or at work. Having the option of receiving treatment close to home can ease the burden.