UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is part of the UPMC family.
Doctors diagnose about 150,000 people with blood cancer each year in the United States.
Many subtypes of blood-based cancers exist, so a precise diagnosis is crucial to ensure the best approach to treatment.
The blood cancer experts at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center take a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment, which may include:
We also offer specialized outpatient care through the Mario Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers. We designed this state-of-the-art center with patient comfort in mind.
To reach the Mario Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center,
call 412-864-6600.
Mario Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers
The Mario Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers offers personalized outpatient treatment for complex hematologic malignancies. The patient-friendly center also provides easier access to the latest blood cancer therapies and clinical trials.
Learn about the Lemieux Center for Blood Cancers.
FDA-Approved CAR T-Cell Therapy
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center offers the FDA-approved therapies YESCARTA™ (axicabtagene ciloleucel) and KYMRIAH™ (tisagenlecleucel).
Learn more.
Types of Blood Cancer
Our experts specialize in treatments for:
Clinical Trials
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center offers patients access to the latest advances in cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment through cancer clinical trials.
Find clinical trials for blood cancer.
Treatments for Blood Cancer
Because there are different types of blood cancers and disorders, treatments will vary. Some blood cancer treatment options include immunotherapy, chemotherapy, and stem cell transplant.
Read more about blood cancer treatments.
Life Changing Is ... Personalized Care
See how providers like Dr. Charles Reninger build relationships with patients.
Watch Dr. Reninger's StoryBlood cancer often begins in the bone marrow.
Bone marrow contains stem cells that form into:
Cancer begins with uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells. This growth prevents blood cells from carrying out their normal functions, like fighting infections or clotting.
Blood cancers differ in:
Although each type of blood cancer is different, they can share some common symptoms and signs.
Some people may not have any symptoms until the disease is advanced. Or, they may mistake symptoms for a severe cold or flu.
Some common blood cancer symptoms include:
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