Advanced technology with compassion
St. Joseph’s Regional Cancer Center offers the area’s most advanced medical technology with support and compassion to patients and their families. A dedicated team of professionals including nationally certified radiation therapists, certified dosimetrist, and a Ph.D. physicist work under the direction of board certified physicians to design specialized treatment plans that meet each individual patient’s unique needs.
St. Joseph’s established a dedicated oncology department in 1978 and later opened the Regional Cancer Center in 1988 to create a fully integrated, comprehensive cancer center. The center is fully accredited by the American College of Surgeons and the Joint Commission, signifying a commitment to excellence and compliance with the rigorous standards of clinical practice.
Offering advanced technology, supported by clinical research trials, the center houses two linear accelerators, a CT simulator, Patient Quality Control management system, advanced clinical treatment planning system.
Each year, St. Joseph’s Regional Cancer Center delivers more than 19,000 treatments to cancer patients. Our cancer services include Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT), Mammosite, High Dose Rate Brachytherapy, 3-D Conformal Radiation Therapy, dedicated inpatient oncology, clinical trials, and I.V. chemotherapy. In addition, a full spectrum of patient and family support services are offered throughout the year to promote healing, compassion and hope for cancer survivors and their families.
St. Joseph’s Regional Cancer Center is proud to be one of 250 clinics in North America to have purchased and commissioned the Varian Radiation Therapy Trilogy System™. The Trilogy™ Linear Accelerator has broadened our treatment capabilities to include Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT), Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRS), and Cone Beam Guided Radiation Therapy (CBCT).
Cancer Resource Center
The Cancer Resource Library features hundreds of books, tapes, videos and information items to help patients and families dealing with cancer. The library is conveniently located adjacent to the Cancer Center lobby. Visitors to the library are welcome to browse and most items are available to check-out and take home. Library volunteers and Cancer Center staff are happy to offer assistance and answer questions. To contact the library, call (209) 467-6550.
Patient and Family Support Services
St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center offers a variety of programs and services designed to support patients and families experiencing a cancer diagnosis. For more information on any of these programs, call (209) 467-6550.
Cancer Navigator
Cancer diagnosis? Don’t know where to turn? We’re here when you need answers to your questions. St. Joseph’s offers a free, professionally staffed, Cancer Navigator service to help support you through the journey of cancer – from just receiving the news that the biopsy was positive, through tests, procedures, treatment, follow-up, and long-term survivorship.
Call to speak with a Cancer Specialist: (209) 939-4526.
Cancer Quarterly
The Cancer Quarterly is a newsletter published in January, April, July, and October. It is filled with educational material, inspirational articles, information on upcoming events, and much more. If you would like to be added to the mailing list for this free and informative publication, please call (209) 467-6550. Enjoy our latest issue of the Cancer Quarterly online (PDF).
Gathering of Friends
The annual potluck is an opportunity for cancer survivors, families and friends to gather socially for an evening of inspiration and support. The next Gathering will be held in September of 2010 at St. Joseph's Medical Center.
Holiday Gathering
The Cancer Center hosts a holiday open house each December for community members to join in a festive afternoon of holiday music, refreshments, and friendship. The event includes tours of the cancer center, children's crafts, the Tribute of Hope and Love program and tree lighting, and a visit from Santa. This annual event is a special time to rejoice in the hope and glory for times shared and to honor and remember those we love.
Know Your Mind, Body, and Spirit (KMBS)
Feed your mind and nourish your soul in this four-week series designed to explore creative avenues of healing. This series is offered twice a year and is open to the community. The next series will be held on Tuesdays in August, 2010. For more information, please call (209) 461-6889.
Support Groups
Patients and families are offered a variety of cancer support groups, including a Breast Cancer Support group, a Laryngectomy Group and a Spanish speaking group.
Surviving Beautifully
This annual celebration of life features a fashion show of cancer survivors modeling positive attitudes about living after a cancer diagnosis. Cancer survivor models have ranged in age from 5 years old to 85. Some have been in treatment for a new diagnosis while others were more than 40 years out. It is an inspirational event of hope and courage. The fashion show is traditionally held in April. Cancer survivor models, volunteers, raffle prizes, and auction items are needed for the success of this wonderful event. If you are a cancer survivor and would like to be a model or would like more information about volunteer and donation opportunities, please call the Surviving Beautifully Hotline at (209) 461-6889 or e-mail.
"We Can" Weekend
This annual retreat in the mountains brings together families dealing with cancer and a full complement of clinical and support professionals for a weekend of education, inspiration, and building relationships. The next "We Can" Weekend will be held in October 2010. For more information, please call (209) 467-6550.
Cancer Screenings
Our Cancer Center offers a free skin cancer screening open to the community each year. The Skin Cancer Screening is traditionally held in May. The screenings are performed by Board Certified physicans and participants have the opportunity to have an exam, talk with oncology certified professionals, and receive educational materials.
Appointments are required for the screenings. For more information on the screenings, call (209) 467-6560 during the month of April or May.
Annual Cancer Care Symposium
For HealthCare Professionals
The Cancer Continuum - We Are Here For Life was held on February 20, 2010. Please call (209) 467-6331 for more about next year's symposium.
For more information about any of our Cancer Center Services, please contact:
St. Joseph's Regional Cancer Center
1800 N. California Street
Stockton, CA 95204
(209) 467-6560
