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Area of Expertise: Lung Cancer Care(Part of Cancer Care)

Also called: Non-small cell lung cancer; Thoracic Cancer

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Most lung cancer is caused by smoking, but some other exposures, such as radon, can cause lung cancer. And some people may develop it without any known risk factors. Lung cancer often develops with no symptoms or with symptoms such as weight loss that do not clearly point to the lung as a cause.

Our Approach

Just as each person is unique, so is each cancer diagnosis. That’s why the lung cancer team at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute treats each patient with personalized care. Our expert team members include surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, radiologists, pulmonologists, nurses, smoking cessation counselors, social workers and others.

The lung cancer team meets weekly to discuss each patient’s condition and determine the best course of treatment. Then, they work together to ensure treatment is carried out and side effects are as limited as possible. A goal of the team is to help each patient maintain the best possible quality of life during and after treatment.

Our doctors stay up to date on the latest advances in diagnosing and treating cancer and will work with you to determine if you are a candidate for a clinical trial or genetic testing.

While lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in both Arkansas and the United States, research is providing new hope for patients to overcome the disease and live long healthy lives. A new screening method and personalized medicine are just two of these recent advances. Our doctors are here to offer you the best treatment available, or provide a second opinion on your diagnosis and proposed treatment plan.

Lung Cancer is Complicated. Choose the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute.

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UAMS Health Talk Podcast

In the UAMS Health Talk podcast, experts from UAMS talk about a variety of health topics, providing tips and guidelines to help people lead healthier lives. Listen to the episode(s) featuring the topic of Lung Cancer Care.

Find other great episodes on other topics and from other UAMS providers.

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Related Resources

Lung Cancer Research (Article)

A UAMS research project is exploring how the special characteristics of growing lung cancer cells might be used.

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Can I Survive Lung Cancer? (Article)

A prognosis is a statement about the prospect of surviving and recovering from a disease.

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Secondhand Smoke and Cancer (Article)

A fact sheet that summarizes the studies on the health effects of exposure to environmental (secondhand) tobacco smoke.

Read the Article

Advances in Lung Cancer Research (Article)

Learn about recent findings from studies that used immunotherapy and targeted therapies to treat lung cancer.

Read the Article

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Related Conditions

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Lung Cancer
  • Tobacco Cessation Counseling

Related Medical Treatments and Procedures

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Cancer Surgery
  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Lung Cancer Screening

Providers

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Konstantinos Arnaoutakis, M.D.

Konstantinos Arnaoutakis, M.D. Hematologist/Oncologist

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Sajjad A. Bhatti, M.D.

Sajjad A. Bhatti, M.D. Medical Oncologist

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Patricia L. Franklin, CNP

Patricia L. Franklin, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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Sanjay Maraboyina, M.D.

Sanjay Maraboyina, M.D. Radiation Oncologist

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Katy A. Marino, M.D.

Katy A. Marino, M.D. Surgeon

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Nikhil Kumar Meena, M.D.

Nikhil Kumar Meena, M.D. Pulmonologist

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Heather C. Moore, M.D.

Heather C. Moore, M.D. Palliative Care Physician

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Jason L. Muesse, M.D.

Jason L. Muesse, M.D. Vascular Surgeon

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Lauren E. Searcy, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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Matthew A. Steliga, M.D.

Matthew A. Steliga, M.D. Cardiovascular Surgeon

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Locations

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Medical Oncology Clinic

Medical Oncology Clinic

449 Jack Stephens Drive
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8530
Returning Patients
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Radiation Oncology Clinic

Radiation Oncology Center

4130 Shuffield Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-664-4568
New and Returning Patients
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Surgical Oncology

Surgical Oncology Clinic

449 Jack Stephens Drive
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8211
Returning Patients
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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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Mailing Address: 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (501) 686-7000
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