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At Mayo Clinic, gastroenterologists, colon and rectal surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists work as a team to make sure all your needs are addressed in your care plan. Other experts are included as needed.

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At Mayo Clinic, your colon cancer care is all about you. A team of experts works together to make a comprehensive care plan that keeps you and your needs at the center. Mayo Clinic's seamless care includes specialties such as colon and rectal surgery, medical oncology, and gastroenterology and hepatology. This team approach helps you focus on getting well. Your team takes care of the complicated parts of your cancer diagnosis.

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Las organizaciones externas reconocen a los especialistas en cáncer de Mayo Clinic a través de acreditaciones, subvenciones y clasificaciones:

  • El Centro Oncológico Integral de Mayo Clinic cumple con estándares estrictos para recibir la designación de centro oncológico integral del Instituto Nacional del Cáncer y es el único centro de este tipo con tres ubicaciones únicas. Estos estándares reconocen la excelencia científica y un enfoque multidisciplinario centrado en la prevención, el diagnóstico y el tratamiento del cáncer.
  • Mayo Clinic es uno de los centros oncológicos mejores calificados en el país de acuerdo con U.S. News & World Report.
  • Mayo Clinic es n.º 1 en gastroenterología y cirugía gastrointestinal en el país de acuerdo con U.S. News & World Report.
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