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# Cancer Care
We offer the latest cancer treatments, providing comprehensive care and support at every stage of your experience.
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4. Cancer Care
Learning you may have cancer can be overwhelming — for you and your loved ones. We know you have questions about what lies ahead and how best to move forward. At MultiCare Cancer Institute, we offer a combination of expertise, treatment options and compassionate support that is personalized to meet your goals. With our widespread network of conveniently located facilities across the Pacific Northwest, the care you need throughout each stage of this experience — from diagnosis to treatment to survivorship — is always within reach.
## What we treat
Our team of cancer specialists includes board-certified doctors who have completed additional training in areas such as medical oncology and cancer surgery. They work in concert with other professionals, such as social workers and nurse navigators, to make your journey through cancer care a little easier.
Together, we treat a wide range of cancer types, such as:
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## Why choose the MultiCare Cancer Institute
Our comprehensive cancer care program offers holistic, personalized oncology services close to home.
## Clinical trials and research
MultiCare Cancer Institute has been a trusted cancer research partner since 1983. This means you have local access to promising new care options that are typically only available in large, university-based hospitals.
Through the MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, we offer more than 50 cancer clinical trials at any given time, testing a variety of treatments.
## How we support you
## Providers
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Medical Oncology
Accepting New Patients
Location
Tacoma, WA
Gynecologic Oncology
Puyallup, WA
Radiation Oncology
Olympia, WA
Auburn, WA
Spokane, WA
Breast Oncology
Urology
## Locations
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253-403-6399
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Poulsbo, WA
253-403-3306
253-403-9121
Yakima, WA
509-574-3400
253-403-3481
253-403-1677
509-755-5800
253-697-1310
Gig Harbor, WA
253-530-8060
509-724-4440
253-876-8200
253-697-4500
253-530-8000
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MultiCare Cancer Institute's extensive team of cancer specialists deliver the care you need and the support you deserve.
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# Dermatology
Comprehensive treatment for common to complex skin conditions
4. Dermatology
Your skin plays numerous roles in protecting your body. It allows for the sensation of touch and regulates body temperature. It’s the first line of defense against the environment around you, shielding you from germs, heat and UV rays, but because of this exposure to the outside world, the skin is prone to various issues like sun damage, rashes and eczema.
MultiCare’s specialists are trained in medical and surgical dermatology and will work closely with you to diagnose your skin condition and provide a treatment that helps you reach your skin goals.
* Acne
* Eczema
* Moles
* Psoriasis
* Rashes
* Removal of common growths (cysts and lipomas)
* Rosacea
* Skin allergies
* Skin cancer
* Sun damage
* Warts
## How we help
Our dermatologists are experts in a range of conditions related to the skin, hair and nails, offering individualized treatment plans to help get you back to feeling your best.
## Related services
Dermatology
Otolaryngology
509-342-3945
Our dermatology specialists provide care for the full spectrum of skin conditions.
# Diabetes & Endocrinology
Comprehensive care and support for diabetes and endocrine disorders.
4. Diabetes & Endocrinology
Metabolic and endocrine-related conditions, like diabetes and thyroid disease, require careful management and specialized treatments. That’s why MultiCare diabetes and endocrinology specialists across the state are here for you to provide the treatment and support you need to manage these chronic conditions.
Through the MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, we offer many clinical trials and test a variety of treatments. Learn more about diabetes and endocrinology research at MultiCare.
Endocrinology
Pediatric Endocrinology
Registered Dietitian
Covington, WA
253-372-6996
253-403-1726
360-706-6400
509-965-1980
253-301-6999
253-792-6630
Kent, WA
509-342-3450
253-697-1356
Federal Way, WA
Our diabetes educators and endocrine specialists offer care and support across the Pacific Northwest.
# Digestive Health
Struggling with digestive issues? From common concerns to complex conditions, our experienced team offers advanced care to help you feel better.
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4. Digestive Health
We all experience the occasional stomachache or bout of indigestion, but when digestive pain persists or is accompanied by other symptoms, like vomiting or weight loss, it can be a sign of a serious problem.
At MultiCare, we understand how painful and disruptive a digestive disorder can be. We work closely with you to find the cause of your symptoms and develop a plan to treat your digestive condition so you can feel your best.
Our team of specialists provides comprehensive care for a range of conditions affecting the digestive system, such as:
* Abdominal pain
* Achalasia
* Acid reflux
* Appendicitis
* Barrett’s esophagus
* Benign and cancerous tumors
* Bile duct injuries or strictures
* Celiac disease
* Crohn’s disease
* Chronic diarrhea
* Colon polyps
* Colorectal cancer
* Constipation
* Diverticulosis and diverticulitis
* Esophageal motility disorders
* Fecal incontinence
* Functional bowel disorders
* Gallbladder disease
* Gastrointestinal bleeding
* Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
* Gastroparesis
* Hernias
* Inflammatory bowel disorders
* Liver diseases
* Motility disorders of the large and small bowels
* Pancreatitis
* Swallowing disorders
* Ulcerative colitis
The MultiCare digestive health team, composed of gastroenterologists, surgeons and nutritionists, specializes in evaluating and treating diseases of the entire digestive system. This includes disorders of the esophagus, stomach, intestines, gallbladder, liver, pancreas and bile ducts.
Diagnosing your condition is the first step in getting you the care you need. State-of-the-art endoscopy centers offer the latest equipment and advanced diagnostic imaging technology. These detailed images and procedures help your provider make the most accurate diagnosis possible.
Together, you’ll work with your care team to create a personalized treatment plan based on your specific needs and digestive condition. This may include lifestyle changes, medication or surgery.
If your treatment requires surgery, rest assured our highly skilled surgeons use minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery, for shorter hospital stays and faster recovery times.
In addition to our comprehensive digestive health services, we partner with  for treatment of , , and  cancers.
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Colon & Rectal Surgery
Gastroenterology
Spokane Valley, WA
509-248-6616
509-755-5220
Our team specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the digestive system.
# Ear, Nose & Throat
Expert treatment for ear, nose and throat problems.
4. Ear, Nose & Throat
Whether you have chronic sinus infections, suffer from hearing loss or struggle with a swallowing disorder, ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions can greatly impact your quality of life. Our team of specialists is here to help you find answers, provide relief from symptoms and improve your health.
## Services we offer
Problems with your ears, nose or throat may affect your ability to breathe, sleep, hear, swallow or talk. At MultiCare, we want you to feel your best. Your ENT specialist will use advanced diagnostic tests to evaluate your symptoms, and together you will explore  and determine a plan that best fits your lifestyle and health goals.
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Audiology
360-706-6250
509-342-3350
Our ENT specialists — also known as otolaryngologists — offer comprehensive medical and surgical treatment for illnesses of the ear, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck.
# Emergency Care
Immediate care when and where you need it.
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  Where to Seek Care
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4. Emergency Care
## If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
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## Immediate care when and where you need it
Emergencies can happen in an instant. When the unexpected happens, we are here for you with round-the-clock emergency care at our hospitals and neighborhood emergency department locations across the Pacific Northwest.
 in Tacoma offers 24/7 emergency and trauma care from a team trained and experienced in caring for children. Mary Bridge Children’s serves as the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washington to treat severe and life-threatening injuries.
If you’re not sure whether you need emergency care or , please use the  to help you decide which care option is right for you.
Some of the common reasons for visiting the emergency department:
### Illness:
* Allergic reactions
* Altered mental status
* Asthma and difficulty breathing
* Chest pain
* Coughing or vomiting blood
* Dehydration
* Extreme fatigue
* Heart attack
* High fever
* Uncontrolled nosebleeds
* Pneumonia
* Seizures
* Severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting
* Severe diarrhea
* Stroke
* Sudden blurred vision
* Sudden dizziness, weakness, loss of coordination or balance
* Sudden, severe headache
### Injury:
* Burns
* Deep cuts or bleeding that won’t stop
* Dislocated joints
* Foreign-object removal
* Head injuries
* Rashes, insect bites, stings
* Serious back injury
* Sprains and broken bones
* Work-related injuries
## What to expect
When you visit the emergency department, it’s important for your care team to know your medical history. Important information you should be ready to share:
* Current medications and dosages, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and supplements
* Allergies
* History of previous hospitalizations or surgeries
* Chronic conditions
* Past illnesses
* Relevant family health history
A triage nurse will assess your condition to determine the level of your emergency. If you have a severe medical problem, our highly skilled team will provide whatever attention is needed right away. You may have to wait longer if you have a minor medical issue, since those with the most severe injuries and illnesses are seen first.
When we are ready to see you, you’ll be taken to a treatment room, where your symptoms will be further evaluated. Imaging or lab tests may be done to aid in diagnosis and treatment of your condition. Your doctor or other health care provider will determine whether you need to be admitted to the hospital or if you can go home after treatment.
Once you have been discharged, you will be given after-visit instructions, including details about your illness or injury, any medications or treatment you need and directions for follow-up care.
## Patient Transfer Center
The MultiCare Patient Transfer Center coordinates transfers and direct admissions for our hospitals across the Pacific Northwest.
Bellevue, WA
425-688-5100
Lacey, WA
564-669-5200
509-575-8100
360-754-5858
Federal Way, Wa
253-545-3770
509-473-5800
509-603-5177
253-833-7711
253-697-4000
253-403-1418
253-372-7400
253-459-6200
253-403-1000
253-697-8860
Bonney Lake, WA
253-447-3400
253-697-8660
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