Conditions we treat
The neuro-oncology program at Atlantic Health brings together a multidisciplinary team of medical experts. These experts bridge the fields of neurology, radiology, radiation oncology, neurosurgery and medical oncology to provide comprehensive care to adults and children with brain tumors including, but not limited to:
Metastatic brain and spine tumors
Medulloblastoma
Ependymoma
Lymphoma
Brain-related cancer care
Because of the highly complex interaction between cancer and the human nervous system, there can be many complications to cancer care that our neuro-oncologists specialize in treating, including:
Metastasis to the spinal fluid (Leptomeningeal disease)
Peripheral neuropathy
Metastasis to the spinal column
Paraneoplastic syndromes
Seizures and headaches
Treatments and services
The neuro-oncology program at Atlantic Health provides an integrative and comprehensive treatment approach for those whose cancer involves the brain and nervous system. Our multi-disciplinary team of experts utilize such diverse treatment options as:
- Immunotherapy
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Radiation therapy
- Advanced brain tumor neurosurgery
- Stereotactic radiosurgery (CyberKnife and TrueBeam TM)
- Laser interstitial thermal therapy (VisualaseTM)
- Tumor treatment fields (Optune®)
Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center
Each year, we give hope to more than a thousand families. We know a brain tumor diagnosis is a difficult experience. We help patients and their loved ones navigate the journey from comprehensive diagnosis to personalized treatment. Our team of multidisciplinary experts is here for you with state-of-the-art care, guidance and support.
Research and clinical trials
Atlantic Health actively participates in clinical trials that expand the effectiveness of current treatments, and uncover new treatments, in the fight against brain cancers.
