Stomach Cancer

Stomach cancer often begins in the cells that line the abdominal wall. As the disease grows, stomach function steadily decreases. Over time, you may experience symptoms such as bloating, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss.

Because these symptoms can indicate other problems, talk with your doctor and ask for a referral to the stomach cancer specialists at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center in Oklahoma City.

Comprehensive Care for Stomach Cancer

When you choose Stephenson Cancer Center for your care, you benefit from accurate diagnosis, innovative treatment and effective management for all stages of stomach cancer. You’ll collaborate with a nationally renowned, multidisciplinary team of stomach cancer experts who treat more people with gastrointestinal cancers than any other medical center in Oklahoma.

You and your cancer doctor work with highly trained oncologists and other knowledgeable cancer specialists to develop an individualized treatment plan to meet your needs.

Stomach Cancer Services & Treatments

At Stephenson Cancer Center, you gain access to the benefits of Oklahoma’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Center, including the latest imaging technologies to assist in developing an accurate diagnosis and the full spectrum of medical treatments such as:

• Chemotherapy
• Immunotherapy
• Pharmacy services
• Radiation therapy
• Specialized gastrointestinal surgery, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures

Cancer Navigation Services

Throughout your journey at Stephenson Cancer Center, your care team includes a nurse navigator, a specially trained registered nurse (RN) who acts as your personal advocate and adds an extra layer of support. Learn more about cancer navigation services.

Supportive Care Services

You also gain access to extensive supportive care services, such as genetic counseling, nutritional therapy, support groups, palliative care, cancer education workshops, and symptom and pain management. And you’ll find all your cancer-related services in a bright, welcoming, up-to-date facility close to home and designed for your comfort and convenience.

Clinical Trials for Advanced Treatment

In Stephenson Cancer Center’s comprehensive program, you also may qualify to participate in cancer clinical trials as part of the National Cancer Institute’s National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN), giving you early access to today’s newest drugs and potential breakthrough treatments before they become widely available.

Your Stomach Cancer Care Team

At Stephenson Cancer Center, you join a team of highly experienced stomach cancer experts who collaborate with a variety of medical specialists, including medical oncologists, cancer surgeons, radiation oncologists and gastroenterologists. Even before your first appointment, your team of more than 30 physicians conducts a thorough review and evaluation of your medical history and current health concerns as they work together to develop an accurate diagnosis and an individualized treatment plan tailored to your specific situation.