Maryland Oncology Hematology, P.A.

The knowledge to heal. The compassion to care.

Founded in 1986, our practice was the first to offer medical oncology services in Howard County. Today, we remain committed to bringing the world's best oncology and hematology services home to the residents of this area. We dedicate our knowledge, skills, and experience to guiding you toward the best treatment options for your health and lifestyle.

Every cancer is different, and so is every person. That's why we offer a full range of treatments and support services that can be tailored to your individual needs. Most cancer treatments do not require hospitalization, and can be performed in our outpatient infusion room. This world-class facility, staffed by specially trained oncology nurses, provides injections, infusions, chemotherapy agents, antibiotics and other medication to adult patients in a comfortable and friendly setting.

Services Offered:

• Physician evaluation and treatment planning for cancer care and blood disorders
• Second opinion services
• Chemotherapy and infusion therapy
• Therapeutic phlebotomies
• Maintenance of IV devices
• Laboratory services by a state accredited lab
• Bone marrow biopsies
• Administration of injections for the treatment of cancer and hematological disorders
• Access to Complementary and Alternative medicine
  
  
  

Treatment Options

Maryland Oncology Hematology is your gateway to the most innovative, advanced cancer therapies that medical science can offer.

Medical Oncology
Our expert medical oncology team is here to guide the course of your care. They will consult with you on your choices; manage your treatment plan; keep you informed of possible side effects; monitor each step of your treatment; and fully evaluate your progress. Throughout the course of your treatment, these dedicated, experienced professionals will work to deliver the most effective therapy that medical science can offer.
Hematology
With world-class knowledge regarding disorders of blood and blood-forming tissues and organs, our hematology team is prepared to offer you the best available treatments with the deepest concern for your well-being.
Chemotherapy
Our highly skilled medical oncologists and oncology nurses apply their skills and expertise to impeding the reproduction and growth of your cancer. Carefully managing dosages and monitoring progress, they work to eliminate cancers that may have spread to parts of the body far away from the original tumor. Always concerned with all aspects of your well-being, they provide you with the tools and information you need to effectively manage any side effects and achieve the greatest possible improvement.
Laboratory Services
Our in-house laboratory provides quick and accurate results for many of the routine tests that your doctor uses to detect, diagnose, and treat your cancer. Testing that must be processed by an outside laboratory is reviewed by your physician as soon as results are available. Our quick response ensures that you will begin receiving your treatment as soon as possible.
Clinical Trials
The research program at Maryland Oncology Hematology, P.A. was established in 2004. It is overseen by Edward Lee, M.D., and focuses on making cancer clinical trials available to this community. Our research studies are for Phase II and III adjuvant and metastatic cancers, as well as expanded access therapeutics. Current programs include therapies for breast, colorectal, lymphoma, ovarian, prostate and lung cancers. These programs allow patients to explore options not yet available to the general market by participating in tests of new drugs, therapies or combinations of treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will I have pain?
A: Having cancer does not necessarily mean that you will have pain. Some cancers cause no physical pain at all. But if pain does occur, there are many ways to manage it, from pain medications to imagery, biofeedback, surgery and nerve blocks.

Q: Will I be able to work during treatment?
A: The answer to this question really depends on the type of cancer you have, how advanced it is, your general health, and the type of work you do. How much you can do and whether you need to limit your workload depend on how you react to treatment. Some people are able to continue working by scheduling treatments late in the day or right before the weekend so they interfere with work as little as possible.

Q: How much will treatment cost, and how will I pay for all of this?
A: The cost of treatment depends on the type of treatment, how long it lasts, and how often it is given. Most health plans, including Medicare Part B, cover at least part of the cost of many treatments. Before you start treatment, find out whether your insurance company or Medicare will pay for your care. Also find out what part of the cost, if any, you will have to pay.

For more information on your form of cancer or blood disorder, and to ask more questions and exchange ideas, visit the American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp