Advanced Care Every Step of the Way
People from around the world travel to AdventHealth Cancer Institute for the early detection and advanced treatment of cancers, including gastrointestinal cancer. Caused by abnormal cells in the digestive system that develop into tumors, gastrointestinal cancer includes:
- Biliary cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Esophageal cancer
- Gastric cancer
- Liver cancer
- Pancreatic cancer
Your team of medical and radiation oncologists, surgeons and specialists is committed to developing advanced therapies for gastrointestinal cancer. Through counseling, nutritional guidance, mentoring and a focus on your whole-person health, we'll help you live life to the fullest.
An Entire Team of Experts Devoted to Your Care
Our Hepatobiliary Cancer Program takes a multidisciplinary approach to treating pancreatic, liver and biliary cancers. To fully support you, we've assembled a team of highly specialized doctors — including surgical oncologists, transplant surgeons, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists — who work together to provide whole-person care.
Our Multidisciplinary Tumor Board reviews every liver and pancreas case to ensure you receive the most effective treatment plan. With this collaborative approach, you'll be supported by a full team that provides a customized care plan tailored to your needs.
Advanced Treatment Options for You
Our leading specialists develop a course of action that considers your medical history, current health, the type of cancer you have been diagnosed with, and the most advanced medical research, procedures and therapies available. We care for every facet of your health — body, mind and spirit.
Noninvasive, Incisionless Treatment
We are the first health care system in Florida offering histotripsy, a new, FDA-approved, noninvasive procedure to treat liver cancer. Histotripsy uses high-intensity sound waves to destroy tumors in the liver. This procedure is noninvasive, meaning it doesn't require incisions, needles or anything inserted in the skin. If you’re a candidate for this treatment, it can lead to a faster recovery with less pain and no scarring.
Surgery
Our fellowship-trained surgeons place a strong emphasis on treating tumors, both benign and malignant, with minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques to optimize each patient's recovery. If you have had or require an enterostomy or similar surgical operation — such as an ileostomy, colostomy or urostomy — our dedicated team will offer you specialized, ongoing care.
Radiation
Using sophisticated radiation technology, we can target tumors with amazing precision, reducing pain and leaving healthy tissue untouched. Radiation therapy targets specific areas of the body, shrinking tumors and eliminating cancer cells by damaging their DNA.
Systemic Therapy
To treat gastrointestinal cancers, we use chemotherapy that can destroy or slow the growth of cancer cells. We also offer more targeted therapies, such as individual tumor molecular profiling, to guide personalized treatment. Through dedicated molecular tumor board conferences, our team is able to plan treatments based on tumor genomics.
One-on-One Digestive Cancer Support
Our Cancer Care Navigators are here for you every step of your journey. They're advocates for your care, working as your points of contact for your digestive cancer diagnosis, support, rapid scheduling, second opinions, symptom management and your ongoing education.
Be Informed, Feel Empowered
Our team is committed to ensuring you understand your diagnosis and treatment options. This free guide is designed to help answer common questions about gastrointestinal cancer, including:
- What are the causes and risk factors of gastrointestinal cancer?
- How is gastrointestinal cancer diagnosed?
- What are the latest and most advanced cancer treatments?
We’re on a Mission for Your Health
Through education and prevention, leading-edge research and advanced surgical procedures, AdventHealth is a global pacesetter in the fight against cardiovascular disease.
#1 Hospital in Central Florida
AdventHealth Orlando is nationally recognized as the best healthcare network in Central Florida by U.S. News & World Report.
#1 for Digestive Care in Central Florida
AdventHealth Orlando, which includes 9 hospital locations, is the only healthcare network nationally recognized for gastroenterology in Greater Orlando.
National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC)
AdventHealth Cancer Institute’s rectal cancer program has received a three-year certification from the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC). This accreditation is currently held by only three other hospitals in the country.
Commission on Cancer Accreditation
We’ve been accredited by the Commission on Cancer (CoC) through the American College of Surgeons (ACoS). This accreditation was obtained through an extensive evaluation and ensures a commitment to quality care, the use of proper infrastructure and improved patient outcomes.
American College of Radiology Accreditation for Radiation Oncology
We’ve been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR seal of accreditation represents the highest level of quality and patient safety.
Nationally Recognized for Patient Safety, Quality and Transparency
The Leapfrog Group has exclusively recognized AdventHealth with the Emerald Award for remarkable achievements and leadership in patient safety, quality and transparency by a health care system, including maintaining a culture of excellence.
Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence
AdventHealth Orlando has been recognized as a Center of Excellence for pancreatic cancer, focusing on multidisciplinary treatment, best possible outcomes and improved quality of life for patients.
Take Charge of Your Care Today
Your digestive health is our priority. Reach out to us today to get started with the care you deserve.
Or call us at 407-543-4244.