Cancer Care

Cancer Care

Cancer care at Southern New Hampshire Health is personal, specialized, and close to home. Our patients receive high-quality treatment from a compassionate team focused on coordinated, individualized care every step of the way.​

In partnership with Mass General Brigham, patients also benefit from additional world-class expertise, leading-edge treatments, and the latest advances in cancer care. Most, if not all, treatment takes place in southern New Hampshire, close to family, friends, and support systems. When specialized care at Mass General Brigham is needed, care is coordinated seamlessly, with follow-up treatment continuing locally whenever possible.

Peace of Mind is Our Treatment Plan

Medical oncologists at Foundation Hematology/Oncology lead a coordinated team of cancer specialists that may include radiation oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, nurses, rehabilitation therapists, nutrition and genetic counselors, social workers, and others focused on your care. We offer second opinions through our clinical partner, Mass General Brigham. ​

Our cancer program is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The Southern New Hampshire Health Cancer Committee brings together specialists from a wide range of medical and surgical disciplines to review and discuss each patient’s treatment individually. By combining diverse expertise and perspectives, the committee helps ensure every patient receives the most personalized, comprehensive care possible. Learn more about our cancer committee, including our quality goals and accomplishments.

Conditions We Treat

  • Breast cancer
  • Lung cancer
  • Skin cancer
  • Brain cancer
  • Colon cancer
  • Rectal cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Stomach cancer
  • Kidney cancer
  • Prostate cancer
  • Gynecological cancer
  • Blood-related cancer
  • Head and neck cancer
  • Endocrine cancer

Services

Medical oncologists with Foundation Hematology/Oncology will help coordinate your care. These doctors treat cancer using medications:

  • Chemotherapy

  • Hormonal therapy

  • Immunotherapy

  • Targeted therapy treatment to attack certain types of cancer cells without damaging nearby healthy cells

  • Biological therapy, like vaccines or antibodies, to kill cancer cells.

Our team includes doctors, pharmacists and nurses who are certified in either chemotherapy or oncology.  Together, we provide timely, efficient, and compassionate care.
 
Reclining chairs, televisions with headsets, Wi-Fi access, a library and education center, and a refreshment center help to make your visits as comfortable as possible.

Our board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons do cancer biopsies and surgeries – from minimally invasive to complex. Operating rooms are specially equipped for breast, colorectal, gynecology, melanoma, neurosurgery, orthopedics, spine, thyroid, urology, and ear, nose and throat (ENT) procedures.
 
State-of-the-art technologies and procedures include:

  • da Vinci® robot-assisted surgical system for less invasive surgery with smaller cuts and fewer stitches.

  • Mohs surgery, to treat skin cancer by removing – and examining under a microscope – one layer of cancer tissue at a time, until the cancer is gone, leaving the smallest scar possible.

We offer inpatient, outpatient and same-day surgery. Our inpatient unit has:

  • a CaringBridge computer so you can stay in touch with family and friends

  • two palliative (comfort) care suites to offer you and your family support and relief  

Thoracic Surgery

We offer thoracic surgery opinions at Southern New Hampshire Health or through our clinical partner, Massachusetts General Hospital. Thoracic oncologists from MGH, for example, host monthly clinics at SNHH. These doctors, specialists who treat lung and chest cancer, review your diagnosis and treatment plan.

Radiation oncologists are doctors who use high-energy radiation (like x-rays or gamma rays) to shrink tumors or kill cancer cells. We can use a machine to target cancer and send radiation to different parts of your body. Or we can put radiation inside your body – using radioactive seeds, for example, or liquid in an IV line – to target cancer cells.
 
We partner with radiation oncologists at the Radiation Center of Greater Nashua to provide state-of-the-art radiation therapy.

Tumor Boards

Tumor Boards

Cancer specialists at Mass General also participate in our tumor board meetings at Southern New Hampshire Health. At these conferences, a team of experts from many different specialties meet to share information and discuss the best treatment plan for you. The Board reviews individual cases in light of nationally recognized clinical guidelines and also considers clinical trials that may benefit you.

Cancer Care Coordinators

Cancer Care Coordinators

Our Cancer Care Coordinators (also known as Nurse Navigators), are registered nurses specializing in oncology, and are an important part of your treatment team.

Preventing Cancer

Preventing Cancer

It’s not always possible to prevent cancer. Some risk factors, such as age and family history, are beyond anyone’s control. However, healthy lifestyle choices like maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise may help reduce cancer risk. The following recommendations may also help lower the chances of developing cancer.

deNicola Breast Center

deNicola Breast Center

The deNicola Breast Health Center at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center provides comprehensive, personalized care. With the latest technology and an experienced team of radiologists, we specialize in fast and accurate diagnosis for your peace of mind.

Gynecologic Oncology

Gynecologic Oncology

Our partnership with Massachusetts General Brigham offers access to innovative cancer treatments, second opinions, and clinical trials. Most, if not all, care takes place in southern New Hampshire, and if surgery at Mass General Brigham is needed, follow-up care continues locally, close to home.​