With South Carolina having the nation’s highest rate of esophageal cancer as well as a high rate of lung cancer, the Hollings Cancer Center (HCC) is the place to go for hope. Our surgeons are the only ones in the state who devote their practice entirely to thoracic surgery. We also handle more thoracic cancer cases than most institutions in the Southeast, resulting in some of the nation’s best outcomes. Comprehensive Cancer Treatment
HCC’s Thoracic Cancer program specializes in all aspects of diagnosis, surgery, treatment and management of:
· Lung cancer
· Esophageal cancer
· Mesothelioma
· Chest wall tumors
· Tumors of the mediastinum
· Tracheal cancer
 Multidisciplinary Team Members
Clinical Trials
HCC offers patients a number of clinical trials that treat tumors of the lungs, chest, and esophagus with unique, novel therapies.
More about Thoracic Cancer and Treatment Options
Our Cancer Center Health Library explains terminology and treatment options. Learn more about your risk for thoracic cancer. Support Services for Patients and Families
At Hollings Cancer Center, we’ve developed a variety of support services to assist patients and their families before, during and after treatment.
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