Inpatient Cancer Services

While most people receive outpatient cancer treatment, there are times when we might have to admit you to the hospital for care.

At UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, we strive to provide complete care in a comfortable and supportive setting designed for your needs.

Who Might Need Inpatient Cancer Care?

Some reasons why you might need inpatient care at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center include:

• A change in your condition.
• The need for specialized treatment.
• The need for extra observation.

No matter how long you're in the hospital, we'll provide you with the finest care while you're here.

A Warm and Family-Friendly Setting

The specially trained staff in our inpatient cancer unit use skill and compassion for those receiving treatments such as:

• Chemotherapy
• Radiation
• Pain management

We also care for people in the diagnostic stage and provide treatment for non-cancerous conditions.

Specially designed for people with cancer, the unit's warm and comforting atmosphere promotes healing and lets you focus on your treatment.

Our family-centered approach to care recognizes the impact of a cancer diagnosis on patients and family members alike.

We urge your loved ones and friends to visit.

Our cancer unit features:

• Private patient rooms.
• A family lounge.
• Private consult rooms.

Inpatient Cancer Care Support Services

In addition to our certified oncology experts, you have access to the services of:

• Pain management specialists.
• Social workers.
• Nurse navigators.
• Therapists who provide massages, music therapy, and other services designed to ease your hospital stay.
• Spiritual care staff.

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Inpatient Locations

We provide inpatient services at the following UPMC Hillman Cancer Center hospital-affiliated locations.

• John P. Murtha Regional Cancer Center — Johnstown, Pa.
• Mary Hillman Jennings Radiation Oncology Center at UPMC Shadyside — Pittsburgh, Pa.
• UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC — Pittsburgh, Pa.
• UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC McKeesport — McKeesport, Pa.
• UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Passavant — Pittsburgh, Pa.
• UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC in Central Pa.