Lip cancer Care at Mayo Clinic
Lip cancer care at Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic doctors care for many people with lip cancer every year. They draw on this experience to provide you with a personalized treatment plan that takes into consideration your preferences and provides you with exactly the care you need.
Your Mayo Clinic care team
At Mayo Clinic, ear, nose and throat doctors, also called otolaryngologists, work as a multidisciplinary team with dermatologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and plastic and reconstructive surgeons to care for people with lip cancer. Other professionals are included as needed.
Advanced diagnosis and treatment
Mayo Clinic doctors work with you to review all of your treatment options and choose the treatment that best suits your needs and goals. The range of treatments offered to people with lip cancer includes a variety of surgical procedures to remove lip cancer, including Mohs surgery. Specialists in reconstruction surgery use the latest techniques to repair the mouth and restore function. Radiation therapy, proton therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy also are offered.
Expertise and rankings
Mayo Clinic doctors are equipped with the knowledge and resources to provide comprehensive care for people with lip cancer. When you seek care at Mayo Clinic, you can expect:
- Personalized care. At Mayo Clinic, ear, nose and throat doctors, also called otolaryngologists, form a team with dermatologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, and others to make sure all of your individual needs are addressed in your care plan.
- Experience you can trust. Mayo Clinic doctors are widely respected for their expertise in diagnosing and treating all types of cancer, including very rare types. Each year, hundreds of people receive lip cancer care at Mayo Clinic.
- Nationally recognized expertise. Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center receives funding from the National Cancer Institute and is designated as a comprehensive cancer center. This designation recognizes the institution's scientific excellence and multidisciplinary resources 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.
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.
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