Lymphoma & Leukemia Center

Leading the Battle Against Cancers of the Blood, Marrow, and Lymphatic Tissue

Every year, thousands of men and women look to the Lymphoma & Leukemia Center for help in combating cancer of the blood, marrow, and lymphatic tissue.

As a core component of the Cooper Cancer Institute, we are able to provide state-of-the-art treatment by outstanding specialists. In fact, Cooper is the only hospital in South Jersey to be included in the Cancer Institute of New Jersey's elite network of hospitals and oncologic groups. In addition, our physicians are members of the faculty of the prestigious Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Cooper. They have access to the very latest information about new breakthroughs in cancer research and treatment.

A Multidisciplinary Approach

At the Lymphoma & Leukemia Center, patients benefit from having a team of experts working together on their case. This multidisciplinary approach to treating cancers of the blood, marrow, and lymphatic tissue brings oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, and other cancer specialists together to plan and implement the optimal treatment program for each individual. As a result, patients can take comfort in knowing that the expertise of several of the region’s finest physicians is being applied to their case.

Another vital member of the Lymphoma & Leukemia Center team is our Nurse Coordinator. This skilled professional works with patients and staff to facilitate treatment. The nurse coordinator also educates patients about their condition and assists them in arranging for the help of nutritional counselors, social workers, and other support personnel.

Treatment Options

The Lymphoma & Leukemia Center is the leading facility in South Jersey for treating cancers of the blood. Among the options available are chemotherapy and radiation immunotherapy. Cooper physicians are experts at prescribing the most effective dosages for chemotherapy and in assisting patients in handling side effects. Cooper is also a regional leader in radiation immunotherapy using advanced drugs such as Bexxar and Zevalin.

In cases where stem cell transplants or marrow transplantation are advisable, Cooper can refer patients to other facilities within the CINJ network. Cooper physicians are also experts at helping patients with pain management. In addition, Cooper can provide access to important clinical trials that offer additional options for patients suffering from hematological malignancies.

Of course, the Center’s ability to offer patients state-of-the-art treatment options is only part of the story. Our outstanding physicians, dedicated nurses, and superb support staff recognize that cancer places a heavy emotional burden on patients and their families. So, we endeavor to treat every individual with compassion and understanding.

For more information about the Lymphoma & Leukemia Center or to schedule an appointment with a Cooper University Physician, please call 1-800-8-COOPER (1-800-826-6737) to speak with a member of our physician referral and information service.