Brain Cancer Care at Levine Cancer
Atrium Health Levine Cancer's brain tumor specialists offer a wide spectrum of advanced techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of brain cancer. Working closely with one another – and with you – we provide exceptional care for patients with brain tumors, including primary brain tumors, metastatic brain tumors and other neurological complications of cancer.
Brain cancer team
Levine Cancer's team of experts meets weekly to discuss your case, treatment plan and any developments or updates. Our team includes:
- Neuroradiologists
- Neurosurgeons
- Neuropathologists
- Radiation oncologists
- Medical neuro-oncologists
- Support team (including nurses, social workers, research coordinators and psychologists)
Brain cancer treatments
Our dedicated team is experienced in the most advanced treatment methods and creates individualized treatment plans for the best possible outcomes.
Treatment for brain tumors depends on many factors, including:
- The type of tumor
- Location of the tumor
- Your overall health
The most common treatment options include a combination of:
- Surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
Treating brain tumors with Gamma Knife radiosurgery
Levine Cancer is the only program in Charlotte offering Gamma Knife radiosurgery – a noninvasive, highly precise treatment for brain tumors.
Unlike traditional surgery, Gamma Knife uses focused radiation to target tumors without any incisions.
This advanced therapy can help protect healthy brain tissue and reduce side effects.
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Brain cancer clinical trials
In addition to state-of-the-art treatment options, our physicians also conduct clinical trials. Our participation in research trials allows for a better understanding of what leads to brain cancer and helps us translate this knowledge into new treatment strategies.
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Cancer support and survivorship programs
The cancer care process can feel confusing and overwhelming at times – often involving physical, financial and emotional challenges for you and your family. From diagnosis to survivorship, we have numerous resources available to support you during your treatment experience.
Learn more about our cancer support and survivorship programs.
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Planetree certification
To earn the Planetree Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care, we excelled across more than 50 criteria of patient-centered care – qualities that reflect what patients and clinicians say matters most to them.
Learn about our Planetree Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care.
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Donate to cancer research
Because of philanthropy, Atrium Health is expanding its resources to fight cancer and bring national-level expertise to communities throughout the Southeast. You can make a difference in the local fight against cancer for children and adults in our community.