Medical Oncology

Medical Oncology at IRCCS ISMETT provides comprehensive care for patients with primary and metastatic abdominal and thoracic cancers, including malignancies associated with organ transplantation. Many patients require integrated treatment strategies designed to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the risk of recurrence.

Treatment may include systemic anticancer therapy administered before or after surgery. A multidisciplinary team provides coordinated care for patients with cancer who require surgical treatment, developing personalized diagnostic and treatment pathways and ensuring timely access to care.

IRCCS ISMETT has a dedicated outpatient area for the administration of systemic anticancer therapies in a safe and comfortable environment. Oncologists, nurses, and pharmacists work alongside specialists in vascular access management, psychology, rehabilitation, and clinical nutrition to address each patient’s clinical and supportive care needs.

Clinical staff receive specialized training based on the standards and protocols of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Pittsburgh, IRCCS ISMETT’s partner institution. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is an internationally recognized leader in cancer care and research. As part of one of the largest integrated cancer care networks in the United States, it combines multidisciplinary expertise, scientific research, clinical trials, and advanced cancer treatments and technologies.