Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a natural or manufactured drug treatment that weakens and destroys cancer cells in the body, including cells at the original cancer site and cancer cells that may have spread to another part of the body. Chemotherapy may be used after surgery to decrease the risk of a cancer returning and may also be used after a cancer has returned or spread. Read more...

Hormone Therapy

Certain hormones can influence the growth of cancerous tumors. Hormones (chemicals) are produced by glands in the body. They circulate in the bloodstream and some hormones can affect the way certain cancers grow. Hormonal therapy is used in to augment or interfere with the activity of these hormones. Read more…

Cancer Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy uses the body's own immune system to fight cancer and reduce treatment-related side effects. Immunotherapy helps to repair, stimulate and enhance the body’s natural immune responses. Your body’s own immune system can be used as a potent weapon. The doctors at NWOH have expertise in all forms of immunotherapy, including targeted therapy and aniti-angiogenesis therapy. Read more…

Northwest Oncology & Hematology is your center of excellence for personalized cancer care. Call any of our four convenient locations in Illinois: 847.870.4100 (Rolling Meadows office),847.437.3312 (Elk Grove Village office), 847.885.4100 (Hoffman Estates office) and847.842.0180 (Barrington office). For your convenience, you can also use our New Patient Appointment online form to schedule your consultation with us.