Cancer Programs in Fremont
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, you naturally want
to find the best possible medical care. And, that's exactly what you
receive at Washington Hospital's Comprehensive Community Cancer Program,
which includes a full array of treatments designed to address a wide range
of cancer diagnoses.
An accredited Commission on Cancer program since 1993 and an ACoS-designated
Comprehensive Community Cancer Program, our team of staff and physicians
will help you through your journey to providing you with the highest quality of care.
Washington Hospital is honored to receive the Outstanding Achievement Award
for excellence in cancer care. We are one of only two hospitals in the
Bay Area to receive the award for three or more consecutive survey cycles.
Lung Cancer Screening Program
Studies show that screening is a valuable tool for detecting lung cancer
at its earliest and most treatable stages. The U.S. Preventive Services
Task Force — an independent volunteer panel of national health experts
— recommends low-dose CT scans for those at “high risk.”
Talk with your doctor about whether or not a scan is right for you or
someone you love.
Eligibility Criteria
- Between 55–77 years old
- Asymptomatic (no symptoms of lung cancer)
- Tobacco smoking history of at least 30 pack-years. (Pack years = number
of packs per day multiplied by years smoked.)
- Current smoker or one who has quit smoking within the last 15 years
For more information discuss with your physician or to schedule an appointment
with a pulmonologist, call (800) 963-7070 for a physician referral.
Once you have received a referral from your physician, call (510) 818-7410
to schedule a low-dose CT scan.
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