Mercy Health — Cancer Center is a department of Mercy Health — Lorain Hospital.
Mercy Health — Cancer Center in Lorain County and The James Cancer Network, working together to enhance and expand the scope of oncology care, right here at home.
Mercy Health — Cancer Center has comprehensive cancer care, right here at home. Now, Mercy Health and The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) have joined together to provide strengthened cancer care in the Lorain Community. Mercy Health and The James Cancer Network provide a team approach to support and care for you in your cancer journey.
Together we are working to provide services never available to patients in this area, including:
- The latest in research clinical trials
- Access to world class cancer specialists through tele-consults
About OSUCCC- James
The OSUCCC – James is one of only 51 cancer programs in the United States designated as a National Cancer Institute (NCI) comprehensive cancer center. With more than 200 oncologists, each of whom specializes in just one type of cancer, the OSUCCC – James offers expert sub-specialization, which leads to more productive integration with cancer research and, ultimately, to better outcomes.
Screening
Getting regular cancer screenings is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health. At Mercy Health, we offer complete screening for many types of cancer. Talk with your doctor about which cancer screenings you need.
When to start your cancer screening will depend on your age, family history and health. Visit the link(s) below to learn more and to schedule your visit today:
Mercy Health Cancer Center’s Breast Cancer Program
Breast cancer is the second most common cancers among women in the United States and one out of eight women will develop breast cancer some time during her life. The Mercy Health Cancer Center’s Breast Cancer Program is comprised of the following services.
Learn more about our breast health programs here.
 | National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers |
The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), has granted a three-year accreditation to the Mercy Health Cancer Center’s Breast Cancer program, further solidifying the ...