Cancer care in Dickson, Tennessee
TriStar Horizon Medical Center partners with Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute to provide exceptional care in Middle Tennessee. We offer comprehensive services to facilitate cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery, including access to your own nurse navigator.
For a free physician referral or more information, call TriStar MedLine® at (800) 242-5662.
When you come to us for cancer care, you will work with highly trained professionals. You will have access not only to our resources but also oncology services through the TriStar Health family of hospitals and the Sarah Cannon Cancer Center. Along with any other specialists you need, your team will include:
- Oncologists
- Nurse navigators
- Radiation oncologists
- Radiologists
- Surgeons
- Imaging technologists
Cancer diagnosis
We offer several medical imaging options and diagnostic procedures to detect cancer, including:
- Biopsies
- Bronchoscopies
- Computed tomography (CT) scans
- Endoscopies
- Fluoroscopies
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans
- Mammograms and other breast health services
- Ultrasounds
Types of cancer we treat
Our oncologists are experienced in treating a wide range of cancers, including:
- Bone cancer
- Brain cancer
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal (colon) cancer
- Gastrointestinal cancer
- Lung cancer
- Prostate cancer
Based on your specific diagnosis, your oncologist will create a treatment plan tailored to your needs and goals.
Cancer treatment
Part of your cancer treatment plan may include minimally invasive surgery, available at our hospital. We can facilitate additional forms of cancer treatment, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy, are available through the TriStar Health network of hospitals.
Other oncology services offered to our patients include:
- Clinical trials
- Genetic testing
- Specialized programs for different types of cancer diagnoses
Breast health navigators
Patients with breast cancer have access to our specialized breast heath navigators to help them throughout the treatment process. This person will play an essential part of the cancer journey by helping you:
- Coordinate care with your medical team
- Manage medications
- Participate in clinical trials
- Take advantage of available resources, such as cancer support groups and classes
- Understand available treatment options
- Understand your diagnosis
Directions to our hospital
We are on the west side of Dickson near the intersection of Henslee Drive and Mathis Drive. Our address is:
111 Highway 70 East
Dickson, TN 37055
You can access the hospital from Mathis Drive or Highway 70. Visitor parking is located in front of the hospital, to the right of the east pavilion and by the emergency room (ER) entrance. Inside our lobby, an admissions and registration receptionist will greet you and help you check in.
About Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute
As part of Sarah Cannon, the Cancer Institute of HCA Healthcare, our family of hospitals provides comprehensive cancer services with convenient access to cutting-edge therapies for people facing cancer in our communities. From diagnosis to treatment and survivorship care, our oncology expertise ensures you have access to locally trusted care with the support of a globally recognized network.
askSARAH helpline
Have cancer questions? We can help. askSARAH is a dedicated helpline for your cancer-related questions. Our specially trained nurses are available 24/7, and all calls are confidential. Contact askSARAH at (615) 514-2401 or chat online at askSARAHnow.
Oncology at TriStar Health
Oncology refers to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Oncology treatments may include chemotherapy, radiation, medication or surgery. Oncologists can specialize in one of three fields of oncology: medical, radiation or surgery.
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