Lee County Oncologists (2024)

A cancer diagnosis is life-changing. Cancer treatment can be a long and complex journey that often takes a toll on your physical and mental health. With so many decisions to make, it can be difficult to know who you can trust and where to get the best care.

When the stakes are high, it’s important to have access to top cancer experts and the most advanced treatments available. You need a team of cancer care specialists who will provide compassionate care that you can count on and who are committed to making your journey as comfortable as possible.

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is here for you every step of the way. Our Board-certified oncologists provide cutting-edge cancer treatments combined with personalized attention. Every action is focused on making sure that every patient receives the highest quality care in the most supportive environment. With us by your side, you can focus on what matters most – living your life.

Our Mission

Centered on you, inspired by hope, powered by science and innovation.

Our Vision

To be the world-class provider of cancer care, delivering innovation, excellence and a personalized experience to patients in the communities we live and serve.

Our Values

• Patient Firstkeeping the patient at the center of everything we do
• Accountabilitytaking responsibility for our actions
• Commitment & Careupholding FCS vision through every action
• Teamworking together, one team, one mission

Embracing Science and Innovation to Fight Cancer

Our oncology specialists recognize that each patient and cancer diagnosis are unique. Using advanced technologies, such as genetic tests and DNA sequencing, our medical teams are able to create personalized treatment plans for the best possible outcomes.

Genetic Cancer Screening

FCS offers robust genetic screening, counseling and testing services. People can inherit genetic mutations from their parents that put them at increased risk of developing certain cancers. Supported by the latest technology, our specially trained genetics specialists are able to identify inherited risk factors. With this information, your cancer doctor can help you take steps towards early interventions that can be life changing.

DNA Cancer Testing and Genetic Sequencing

Next-generation sequencing (NGS) is a form of genetic testing that can detect mutations in hundreds of different genes simultaneously. FCS specializes in NGS testing. This allows oncologists to gain a precise understanding of each patient’s individual cancer. Through NGS testing, physicians are increasing cure rates and extending lives with targeted therapies based on each patient’s unique molecular profile.

On the Forefront of Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy uses the body’s own immune system to find, target and fight cancer cells, even at advanced stages. FCS oncologists are on the forefront of immunotherapy research and innovation.

Chemotherapy and radiation therapy have been widely used for decades to treat cancer. While effective, these treatments can also destroy healthy blood cells and harm the body’s production of new cells. At FCS treatment centers, targeted immunotherapy may be used alone or in combination with other therapies and/or surgery to improve outcomes, often with less side effects.

Supporting You and Your Family Throughout Your Journey

Patients living with cancer and their family members face many choices and challenges. Mental health is just as important as physical well-being and our care management teams are here to support you throughout your journey.

The uncertainties and disruptions caused by illness can trigger psychological or emotional distress. FCS offers behavioral health specialists and oncology social workers dedicated to supporting you through stress, anxiety, insomnia or other emotional difficulties.

We are at your side every step of the way.

Working in cooperation with your oncology doctor and other members of your care team, supportive care specialists provide information and comfort. Our goal is to ease stress and lend expertise so that patients have the best quality of life throughout their treatment journey. Our specialists understand cancer treatment and can provide recommendations to help manage symptoms. They also assist with making decisions based on the unique needs and goals of each patient and family.

Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
Neuroendocrine Tumors
– Gastrointestinal Carcinoid Tumor
Neurofibromatosis
Oral Cavity or Throat Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Penile Cancer
Pituitary Adenoma
Primary Peritoneal Carcinoma
Prostate Cancer
Rectal Cancer
Sarcoma
Skin Cancers
– Basal Cell Carcinoma
– Melanoma
– Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Skull Base Tumors
Small Intestine Cancer
Spinal Tumor
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thymoma