Cancer Services in Erie
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center provides access to high-quality, comprehensive cancer care right here in our community. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is western Pennsylvania's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This gives our patients local access to the latest clinical trials and research, which means our patients do not have to leave Erie to find comprehensive cancer care.
Multidisciplinary Approach
Our dynamic team of oncologists, surgeons, doctors, and advanced practice providers work together to ensure that a multidisciplinary approach to cancer diagnosis and treatment is provided to you. This team includes physicians who are board-certified in:
Our Providers
The providers at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Erie who care for cancer patients include:
- Nurses certified to give chemotherapy based on the standards of the Oncology Nursing Society and oncology nurses certified by the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation
- Breast Health Navigators to help patients with breast cancer move easily and quickly across the continuum of care by facilitating referrals, tests, and treatments
- Psychologists and counselors available to meet patient, family, and caregiver psychosocial needs
Comprehensive Care
UPMC Hamot is certified as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer (CoC), a certification the hospital has maintained since 1977.
Receiving care at a CoC-approved cancer program ensures that you will receive:
- Comprehensive, multispecialty care
- Information about ongoing clinical trials and new treatment options
- Lifelong patient follow-up
- Quality care close to home
- Access to:
- Cancer-related prevention and early detection programs
- Cancer education
- Support services
Partnership
UPMC Hamot partners with select other medical institutions on cancer care, including:
Learn more about UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Erie Virtual Tour
Learn More About Radiation Oncology Care
Learn about radiation oncology treatments available at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Erie and the latest advancements in care.
NCI Designation
Learn about what it means to be an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Clinical Trials at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Learn about clinical trials available through UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.