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Thyroid Cancer

At Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute, our patients are at the core of all we do. We have dedicated our careers to studying and treating thyroid cancer. This exclusive focus gives us the experience and skill to get you the personalized, effective care you need.

Thyroid cancer care at AHN

The Cancer Institute is one of the busiest thyroid centers in the region. In fact, people come from Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia to receive care from our highly experienced and compassionate staff. Our skilled team includes:

  • Physicians
  • Endocrinologists
  • ENT (ear, nose, and throat) surgeons
  • General surgeons
  • Physician assistants
  • Nurse practitioners

Our whole-person approach to care includes robust support services such as support groups, electronic medical records, palliative care, and cancer genetics. Learn more about why people choose us for thyroid cancer treatment.

Learn how AHN nurse navigators will support you throughout your cancer journey: Episode 16: Support from the beginning – I Had Cancer.

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Diagnosing thyroid cancer

We diagnose thyroid cancer quickly and accurately. We know you want answers, so we try to complete the testing in as little time as possible.

Our team uses minimally invasive techniques, so the tests are shorter and more comfortable for you. We diagnose cancer and determine its stage (how severe it is) so we can begin creating your personalized treatment plan. Find out more about thyroid cancer diagnosis.

Thyroid cancer treatment

Our team has experience successfully treating the most complicated cases. Our treatment options include surgery, radioactive iodine therapy, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Get more information on thyroid cancer treatment.

Contact us

Call the AHN Cancer Help Line anytime at (412) NURSE-4-U (412) 687-7348 to schedule a cancer-related appointment or to just talk with our nurses about diagnoses, treatments, and side effects.

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