Orthopedic & musculoskeletal cancer

Orthopedic oncology at University Medical Center

Orthopaedic oncology encompasses a broad scope of primary cancers and tumors of the bones, cartilage, and soft tissues of the musculoskeletal system. These include muscles, tendons, nerves, fat, blood vessels, and connective tissues in the arms and legs and pelvis. All of these cancers are called “sarcomas” and there are over 60 different types. All are considered rare. Surgery is the mainstay for treating most sarcomas, however an experienced multidisciplinary team of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and interventional radiologists is also essential.

Conditions we treat and manage

• Cancers of the bones and connective tissues of the body
• Sarcomas
• Masses suspicious for cancer or sarcoma
• Other cancers that have spread to the bones or soft tissues of hte body

Our treatments and Services

• Surgery
• Collaboration with radiation and medical oncology for multidisciplinary care of your condition