Oncology
Oncology is the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Oncologists receive extensive, specialized training to care for patients. Treatments may include a combination of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, medication and/or surgery.
Oncology for Pearland, Texas
We provide the resources and support you need to manage your cancer journey.
At HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland, our multidisciplinary team of oncologists, surgeons, diagnostic imaging specialists, oncology nurse navigators, social workers and nurses work together to map out the most successful cancer treatment plan for you.
Types of cancer we treat
Our oncology team screens, diagnoses and treats a number of cancers, including:
- Bladder cancer
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Kidney (renal) cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Urologic cancer
Pearland oncology services
Our medical, radiation and surgical oncologists work closely with you and your family to carry out a treatment plan personalized to your needs.
Features of our cancer care program
Due to our commitment to providing a high level of quality cancer care, HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland has received the following recognitions:
- American College of Radiology (ACR)-accredited in computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine and ultrasound
- College of American Pathologists-accredited laboratory
- Comprehensive Breast Care Center
- Designated ACR Lung Cancer Screening Center
Imaging helps guide the direction for any cancer treatment plan. As one of our departments, Solis Mammography specializes in breast health screenings and diagnostic care, including 3D mammography.
Once a diagnosis has been reached, depending on the type and severity of your condition, surgery may be recommended as a form of treatment. If you undergo surgery as part of your breast cancer treatment, we also have a team of plastic surgeons who offer breast reconstruction surgery.
Additionally, our oncology nurse navigators facilitate communication between members of your care team, coordinating office visits across medical disciplines. They aim to streamline the delivery of cancer care and connect you with support groups and community resources.
Make an appointment today with one of our Pearland oncologists to learn how we can help you or a loved one through a cancer diagnosis.
Meet our oncology nurse navigator
Edzna Mills, BSN, RN
Specialties: Breast, thoracic and gastrointestinal cancer
Edzna has been in nursing for over 15 years with experience in intensive care, ambulatory oncology, chemotherapy infusions, nursing leadership and nurse navigation. She has worked in oncology for the past 9 years, initially holding a leadership position and has recently shifted to become an oncology nurse navigator.
A cancer diagnosis impacts not just the patient but the world around them. Starting the cancer journey can be overwhelming, but Edzna is passionate about a patient-centered care approach that can lead to improved quality of life and treatment outcomes.
She is committed to creating a compassionate and supportive environment for her patients. Edzna provides her patients with education and the necessary resources to allow them to make informed decisions about their care.
Phone: (346) 297-9369
Fax: (833) 208-5237
Email Edzna Mills