Advanced Cancer Care Available in Northeast Texas
We have blended the cancer care missions of CHRISTUS Health and Texas Oncology to provide high‑quality, evidence‑based care in Tyler, Texas. We brought together the best cancer care doctors from different disciplines to focus on treating you while concentrating on healing the whole person.
Multidisciplinary Oncology Care in One Building
You will have different cancer doctors and physicians treating your cancer during your treatments. Our new multi-million-dollar campus allows you to see your doctors at one location. In addition, a patient's team of specialists will be in the same building:
- Medical Oncology
- Surgical Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
- Gynecologic Oncology
Award-Winning Care
Outstanding Achievement Award from the American College of Surgeons-Commission on Cancer
Hours & Locations
Trinity Clinic
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What We Treat
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Bladder Cancer
Learn about bladder cancer signs and symptoms. Also learn about bladder diagnosis and treatment.
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Blood Cancers
Our board-certified physicians and cancer care team treats various blood cancers with our world-class technology, resources, and skills.
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Brain & Spinal Cancer
Learn about brain and spinal cancer and the treatment options for both.
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Breast Cancer
Breast cancer affects almost 1 in 8 women in the United States and it is a curable disease if detected early enough. Learn about warning signs, diagnosis and treatment.
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Cancer Clinical Trials
Learn about clinical trials, the criteria to join and about CHRISTUS Health's community-based research program.
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Cancer Navigator Program
Learn how our multidisciplinary team of a physician, nurses, chaplains, counselors, social workers and nutritionists empower you to manage your cancer treatment process.
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Cancer Treatment Options
Learn about CHRISTUS Health's multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment and the options we offer to our patients.
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Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that is located in the colon or rectum. Learn more about screenings and diagnosis.
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Colorectal Screening
CHRISTUS Health offers top-of-the-line screenings for colorectal cancer. Click the link below to find out more.
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Cyberknife Treatment
Learn how noninvasive, nonsurgical radiation therapy can treat specific types of cancer. Learn if you are a candidate.
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Esophageal Cancer
Learn about the types of esophagus cancer and the signs, symptoms and risk factors of this cancer.
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Gastrointestinal Cancer
Gastroenterology is a branch of medicine that addresses the digestive system and cancers affecting the stomach and intestines. Learn about treatments options.
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Gynecological Cancer
Learn about CHRISTUS Health's approach to gynecological cancers, which develop in the female reproductive system.
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Head and Neck Cancer
Learn about the signs and symptoms of head and neck cancer and the types of cancer CHRISTUS Health treats for patients.
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Infusion and Cancer Therapies
Learn about the different types of infusion therapy, like chemotherapy. Learn about side effects and what happens during infusion therapy.
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Leukemia
Leukemia is a type of cancer involving blood-forming tissues, bone marrow, and the lymphatic system. Learn more about the common types of leukemia here.
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Lung Cancer
Learn about lung cancer types, signs and symptoms. Also learn about screening and treatment programs.
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Lymphoma
Leukemia is a type of cancer involving blood-forming tissues, bone marrow, and the lymphatic system. Learn more about the common types of lymphoma here.
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Melanoma
Melanoma is a common type of cancer that affects the skin. Learn about signs, symptoms and risk factors.
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Nose Cancer
Learn about the signs and symptoms of nose cancer and CHRISTUS Health's approach to personalized care.
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Pancreatic Cancer
Learn about pancreatic cancer types, signs and symptoms. Also learn about screening and treatment programs.
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Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men. Learn about signs, symptoms and treatment.
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Radiation Free Treatment
Learn about an FDA-approved device that has been shown, in clinical trials, to safely deliver continuous therapy to the area affected by cancerous brain tumors.
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Radiation Therapy
Learn about the different types of radiation therapy and about what happens during the procedures.
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Stomach Cancer
Cancer affecting your stomach is also called gastric cancer. Learn about signs and symptoms and common risk factors.
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Surgical Oncology
Surgical oncology is the branch of medicine that deals with the surgical treatment of cancer. This includes the removal of cancerous tumors and the reconstruction or repair of the surrounding tissue.
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Throat Cancer
Learn about the two areas of the throat that can get cancer and the different types of throat cancer. Learn about signs and symptoms and treatment and procedures.
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Thyroid Cancer
Learn about the different types of thyroid cancer and the signs and symptoms.
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Urological
Learn how CHRISTUS Health's Urologic Oncologists work to ensure that the most advanced treatments are provided to our patients.
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Meet Our Northeast Texas Cancer Surgery Team
Our board-certified surgical oncologists and specialty physicians specialize in treating nearly every cancer type. When cancer is involved, tumors almost always require a surgical oncologist. Our team works hand in hand with your oncology care team to determine the best options for care.
Head & Neck Surgeon in Tyler, Texas
Dr. Scott Kohlert specializes in Head & Neck Surgery; he is board certified in Otolaryngology and is the only surgeon in East Texas with advanced fellowship training in head and neck cancer surgery and reconstruction. Dr. Kohlert’s special interests include cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box and sinonasal cavities. He also performs surgery for skin cancer and neck masses, as well as thyroid/parathyroid surgery, sinus surgery and advanced procedures for sleep apnea.
Cancer Surgeon
Dr. Elaine Vo graduated with her undergraduate degree in molecular and cellular biology from Johns Hopkins before attending medical school and performing her residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. She completed a fellowship in Complex General Surgical Oncology. Dr. Vo has the ability to treat all soft tissue cancers, GI cancers including stomach, pancreas, small bowel, colorectal, and liver, breast cancers, melanoma, and sarcoma. She is board-certified in both Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.
Advanced Robotic Surgical Oncologist
Dr. David Smith is an advanced robotic surgeon and heads the institute’s robotic surgery program. Dr. Smith treats esophageal, stomach, pancreas, small bowel, colorectal, liver cancers and melanoma and sarcomas. He also does paraesophageal hernia repairs and anti-reflux operations. Dr. Smith is board certified in both Surgery and Surgical Critical Care.
Lung Cancer Program
Dr. Suman Sinha and Dr. James Caccitolo lead CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic's lung nodule screening and lung cancer program.
Cardio-Oncology Program
Dr. Peter Pitonak leads CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic's cardio-oncology program.
Patient & Caregiver Support Group
CHRISTUS Surgical Oncology at the Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute is now offering two different support groups for our patients and their loved ones. If you would like to meet with others who are walking a similar journey, this would be a great opportunity for you.
Our cancer support groups are intended for individuals with any type of cancer and their loved ones. Join us for educational and supportive discussions on various topics related to cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Connect with peers who may have similar questions and concerns.
- The group is free and open to the community, regardless of where your loved one receives their cancer care
- This is an open group, and you can attend on any of the dates that work for you, however registration ahead of time is highly recommended
- Light refreshments will be provided
Both groups will meet in-person twice a month for six months (April 2023-September 2023). Please see below for dates and location details.
Patient Support Group Dates
Event Details: 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month
2023 Dates: August 1, August 15, September 5, September 19
Caregiver Support Group Dates
Event Details: 3 - 4:30 p.m., 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month
2023 Dates: August 3, August 17, September 7, September 21
Location
Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute, 501 Saunders Ave, Tyler, TX, 75702
- CHRISTUS Conference Room, Level One, Room 1101
Questions and Registration
For questions or to register, please call Lauren Legnitto at (903) 606-6727.
Helping You Navigate Treatment Before and After
Navigator Program
Ashley Parnell, RN leads our nurse navigator team and assists new patients diagnosed when they come into the center. Being diagnosed with cancer is frightening. Ashley will help guide patients through the building, answer questions or concerns, and help make appointments.
Survivorship Program
Led by physician assistant Jacob Krause, the Oncology Institute provides survivorship care to help with any issues patients have after treatment. Treatment and therapy can affect a patient’s ability to eat or move around freely. Our survivorship program continues to treat and help patients experiencing these side effects.
Treatment and Diagnosis Tools
The new institute sets the standard for outpatient cancer care and will allow CHRISTUS Health and Texas Oncology providers to work in a multidisciplinary manner. Patients will benefit from this approach by receiving care from specialists and surgeons with access to the latest technology for treatment and diagnosis, including:
- Chemotherapy
- Advanced Imaging Center with 3T MRI, PET/CT, CT, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine and more
- Radiation therapy and radiosurgery
- Rehabilitation services
- Surgical intervention
Additional tools
- Support and education services
- Pharmacy
- Lab
- Dietician
Benefits of Receiving Care Close to Home
Receiving cancer treatment in your hometown can go a long way in making the process easier for you and your loved ones.
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Learn from a CHRISTUS expert about how to manage your diet after surgery
Oncology surgical procedures can have wide-ranging effects on your life, including your eating habits. Proper post-surgical dietary management is crucial to manage symptoms, facilitate healing, and enhance your overall quality of life.
Click below to learn more from Sarah Parnell, RN and surgical oncology nurse navigator.
Learn more about Post-Surgical Dietary ManagementCancer Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are research studies that involve people and are aimed at evaluating whether treatments are safe and effective. Every standard cancer treatment we have today went through a clinical trial to become the standard.
Diagnostic Screenings
We believe in efficient and affordable health care. A key element of that ideal comes from fast and accurate diagnostics.
Genetic Testing
At CHRISTUS Health, we provide a compassionate approach to individuals and families seeking answers about genetic conditions.