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Heartland Cancer Center Welcomes Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Ko

Heartland Cancer Center is pleased to welcome Dr. Song-Chu “Arthur” Ko, Radiation Oncologist, to the Garden City team. Dr. Ko joins Radiation Oncologists Dr. Perez-Tamayo and Dr. Hegarty in continuing to bring world-class cancer services and technology to Southwestern Kansas.

Dr. Claudia Perez-Tamayo Discusses Cervical Cancer on Smoky Hills PBS TV Program, “Doctors on Call”

Join Central Care President & Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Perez-Tamayo, on the Smoky Hills PBS TV program, Doctors on Call! Dr. Perez-Tamayo discusses and answers call-in questions on the topic of cervical cancer, with host Jenna Miller.

(Salina, KS) – Central Care Cancer Center is offering monoclonal antibody treatment for individuals who have moderate to severely compromised immune systems diagnosed by a physician, or have a history of severe adverse reactions to vaccines. Although vaccines are the best defense against COVID-19, this is an alternative option for those who cannot receive them.…

Lung Cancer Awareness Month The list of cancers that we can prevent, screen for, and treat effectively is not long, and lung cancer has certainly not been on that list for long. It is amazing to me to be able to witness and live through various advancement in screening and treatment of lung cancer, and…

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We can never tell or say everything that this cancer center has done for us. They are always there for us and always have time and love for us. Always concerned and willing to go that extra mile.“

- Norman Johnson
This is a very informative, loving, fun, compassionate, and understanding facility. At the worst moment in my life, this team came together and me me feel seen and heard. Highly recommend them all. I felt like a person not my disease.“

- Emporia Patient
Justin and staff went above and beyond to work with my schedule as a teacher. He offered to treat me at a time where I was able to not have to miss any time with my students. The staff here was amazing and helped ease any uncertainties.“

- Anthony Markowitz
The doctor was so good and explained my lab work carefully so that I understood the results. I was very happy and blessed to have him and his staff. Thank you!“

- Lori
The staff is very professional. Their kindness made it easier to come every day.“

- Sheryl Neeland