Lung cancer continues to be one of the most common and serious cancers in the U.S., affecting thousands of individuals and families each year, but advances in care are bringing new hope. Thanks to groundbreaking advances in treatment, patients are living longer, and with better quality of life.
At Southern Cancer Center, we’re proud to be part of this transformation. Our team is committed to delivering the most advanced care available, tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
A New Era of Lung Cancer Care
In just the past five years, the FDA has approved 26 new therapies for lung cancer. These include powerful new drugs and technologies that are changing how we treat the disease at every stage. Here’s a look at some of the most exciting innovations:
Lung Cancer Screening
Early detection saves lives. Expanded screening criteria now allow more people to qualify for low-dose CT (LDCT) scans, which can catch lung cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. New tools like artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced imaging techniques are also improving the accuracy of screening and diagnosis.
Diagnostic and Treatment Planning
We use genomic profiling as a standard part of care for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This helps us identify specific mutations, like EGFR, ALK, KRAS, and others, and match patients with therapies designed to target those mutations directly. These treatments are often more effective and have fewer side effects than traditional chemotherapy. Learn more about tumor profiling HERE.
Advances in Surgical Techniques
For patients with early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), minimally invasive surgeries, such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted surgery, offer faster recovery, less pain, and fewer complications.
Immunotherapy Breakthroughs
Immunotherapy helps your body’s own immune system fight cancer. New immunotherapy treatments are being used in both early and advanced stages of lung cancer. And combining chemotherapy with immunotherapy before surgery is showing real promise in improving survival. Learn more about immunotherapy HERE.
Bispecific Therapies
These innovative treatments work in two ways: they block cancer signals and activate the immune system. By targeting multiple pathways, bispecific therapies may help overcome resistance to standard treatments.
Advanced Radiation Technology
Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) delivers high-dose radiation with pinpoint accuracy. It’s now being combined with immunotherapy to boost effectiveness, especially in patients who aren’t candidates for surgery. Learn more about radiation therapy HERE.
Clinical Trials & Cutting-Edge Research
Through our partnership with SCRI’s clinical trials program, patients at Southern Cancer Center have access to the latest investigational therapies. This means you may be eligible for treatments not yet available elsewhere, giving you a powerful advantage in your care. Learn more about our clinical trials HERE.
Advanced Lung Cancer Starts Here at Southern Cancer Center
At Southern Cancer Center, we believe that every patient deserves a treatment plan that’s as unique as they are. Our team works closely with you and your loved ones to ensure seamless, compassionate care, from diagnosis through survivorship.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or are considering new treatment paths, our team is here to support and guide you through every stage of your journey.
For information about treatment plans for lung cancer or to make an appointment, call our office at (251) 625-6896 or request an appointment online HERE.
