At Willamette Valley Cancer Institute (WVCI), our lymphoma specialists are both hematologists and oncologists. They will discuss treatment options with each non-Hodgkin lymphoma patient based on the subtype, stage, and overall health. A range of treatment options are available, including clinical research trials at WVCI that offer advanced therapies and combinations of treatments that can improve outcomes and quality of life for our patients.
Knowing what to expect after a diagnosis can be difficult. That’s why WVCI created a guide to help prepare you for the first appointment with a lymphoma specialist, including questions you may want to ask and what to bring with you.
A hematologist diagnoses most people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This is a doctor who specializes in blood disorders, including blood cancers. Hematologists are also trained as oncologists, meaning they are cancer specialists who manage treatment and care. After a lymphoma diagnosis, a hematologic oncologist will discuss options with you and create a treatment plan that’s tailored to your specific subtype and stage of NHL.
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma is classified into subtypes based on the type of lymphocyte affected and how fast it is likely to grow. It may also be categorized based on its genetic makeup, appearance under a microscope, and whether the cells contain certain proteins on their surface.
The two most common types of NHL are diffuse large B-cell lymphoma and follicular lymphoma. Your specific subtype will impact your treatment plan.
Treatment options and the timing of those treatments vary for each patient based on the NHL subtype, stage, how quickly it is growing, the patient’s age, and overall health. Most treatments for lymphoma are systemic, such as chemotherapy and biologic therapies, including CAR-T.
If you’ve been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma, the cancer specialists at Willamette Valley Cancer Institute are here to help. We offer the latest NHL treatments, including access to clinical trials, if you qualify. Our hematologic oncologists also provide a second opinion on your best treatment plan. Our cancer centers are in Albany, Corvallis, Eugene, Florence, Lincoln City, Newport, and Springfield, Oregon.
When you’re ready, request an appointment with one of our lymphoma specialists. We’re here to discuss your diagnosis and provide a second opinion on a treatment plan to help you feel confident about your options.