Leukemia
Affinity's cancer experts offer knowledge, skill and compassion to help you fight the good fight.
Leukemia is cancer of the bone marrow and blood in which white blood cells grow out of control. It can affect adults and children. While a diagnosis of leukemia can be scary, there is hope. The cancer specialists at the St. Elizabeth Hospital Cancer Center in Appleton and Michael D. Wachtel Cancer Center at Mercy Medical Center in Oshkosh offer the latest treatments and compassionate care for your family.
For locations, phone numbers and directions, see the related locations links to the right.
Tests and procedures
Methods for diagnosing leukemia include:
- complete blood count
- bone marrow biopsy
- bone marrow aspiration
Treatment
Our oncologists will work with you to develop a personalized care plan, which may include:
- induction therapy
- chemotherapy
- bone marrow transplant
- oral medication
Call for more information:
Oshkosh:
Michael D. Wachtel Cancer Center
Mercy Medical Center
(920) 236-1600
Appleton:
St. Elizabeth Hospital Cancer Center
(920) 738-2184
