Lung Cancer Care in Portland and Vancouver

At Compass Oncology, our cancer specialists are dedicated to supporting you through the complexities of a lung cancer diagnosis. 
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Our multidisciplinary team at Compass Oncology collaborates with you to create a personalized treatment plan that considers the specific type and stage of your lung cancer and your individual preferences.

This patient-centered approach ensures that you receive the most advanced treatment options tailored to your needs and comprehensive support throughout your cancer journey.

Next Steps After a Lung Cancer Diagnosis

If you or someone you know has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, you probably have a lot of questions. We hope to help you learn more about what to expect next and the treatments based on the type of lung cancer and its stage. Our team prepared this guide to help you prepare for your first appointment with your lung cancer oncologist.

What to Expect After a Lung Cancer Diagnosis

A Team Approach to Lung Cancer Treatment

The lung cancer specialists at Compass Oncology offer personalized care for patients with non-small cell lung cancer and small cell lung cancer. Our multidisciplinary care team includes medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and palliative care specialists, who collaborate closely with a thoracic surgeon to provide comprehensive care. Learn more about who is on the lung cancer treatment team at Compass Oncology.

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Lung Cancer Types

Lung cancer is primarily categorized into small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), named for how the cells appear when viewed under a microscope. NSCLC is more common than SCLC and other types of lung cancer such as mesothelioma. Your treatment plan will be developed based on the type of lung cancer.

Types of Lung Cancer

Stages of Lung Cancer

Cancer staging determines the size, location, and spread of lung cancer. For patients with non-small cell lung cancer or small cell lung cancer, staging tests confirm whether the cancer is limited to the chest or has spread elsewhere. This information helps oncologists recommend treatment options.

Lung Cancer Staging

Lung Cancer Treatment Options

Lung cancer treatments have become more advanced in the past decade, with molecular testing available for non-small cell lung cancer, and the introduction of new targeted and immunotherapy drugs. This means lung cancer treatment is now more specific to each patient's diagnosis than ever before.

Lung Cancer Treatments

Molecular Testing for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Molecular testing, also called biomarker testing, for non-small cell lung cancer looks for changes in the patient’s genes that lead to the growth of lung cancer. These changes, called mutations, allow the lung cancer doctor to identify targeted therapy drugs that will slow the cancer’s growth. Some common gene mutations included in the biomarker testing process include: EGFR, ALK, ROS1, and BRAF among others.

Lung Cancer Biomarker Testing

Lung Cancer Clinical Trials

Compass Oncology, in partnership with Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI)—one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations—offers access to the latest lung cancer research. Our lung cancer specialists help patients in the Portland, OR, and Vancouver, WA, area explore clinical trial options that may be ideal for a specific type of lung cancer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lung Cancers

A lung cancer diagnosis often brings many questions about prognosis, treatment, recurrence, and costs. Understanding your options can help you feel more confident as you move forward.

Our lung cancer doctors answer frequently asked questions about what to expect after diagnosis, how treatment plans are personalized, whether lung cancer can be cured, and when clinical trials may be an option. Learn more about the staging process, recurrence risk, and steps you can take to support your health during treatment.

Lung Cancer FAQs