Carcinoma of unknown primary care at Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic doctors work together to provide compassionate, comprehensive care for people with carcinoma of unknown primary. People with cancer receive care from the experts at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Your Mayo Clinic care team
At Mayo Clinic, doctors work in multidisciplinary teams that take all of your health concerns into consideration. Your care team might include:
- Medical oncologists.
- Radiation oncologists.
- Surgeons.
- Radiologists.
- Pathologists.
- Other healthcare professionals, as needed.
Advanced diagnostic techniques
Mayo Clinic doctors have access to the latest technology to help them investigate where carcinoma of unknown primary began. Even when a primary site can't be determined, these tests give doctors clues that aid in selecting the best treatment.
Radiologists use advanced imaging technology to search for signs of cancer.
Pathologists have cutting-edge laboratory tests available to analyze cancer cells for clues about their origin. Doctors and hospitals around the world send biopsy samples to Mayo Clinic pathologists for evaluation.
Expertise and rankings
Mayo Clinic doctors are respected for their expertise in caring for people with carcinoma of unknown primary.
- Collaboration. At Mayo Clinic, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, radiologists and pathologists work as a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to those with carcinoma of unknown primary. Other professionals are included as needed.
- Experience. Mayo Clinic doctors have experience diagnosing and treating carcinoma of unknown primary. Each year they provide expert care to many people with this cancer.
- Comprehensive cancer center. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center meets the strict standards for a National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. These standards recognize scientific excellence and a multispecialty approach focused on cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, and Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, are ranked among the Best Hospitals for cancer by U.S. News & World Report. Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, is ranked as the top hospital in Minnesota, Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is ranked as the top hospital in Arizona, and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, is ranked the top hospital in Florida.
Locations, travel and lodging
Mayo Clinic has major campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Health System has dozens of locations in several states.
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Costs and insurance
Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.
In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.
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Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.
Dec. 04, 2024