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Esophageal Cancer

Every esophageal cancer is different, no matter its stage. At Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, we treat it that way. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Georgia, we offer access to some of the highest-quality and most innovative care anywhere.

Doctor doing throat examination on middle aged man (stock image)

Why Winship for Your Esophageal Cancer

The gastrointestinal cancer team at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University includes some of the top oncology experts in the world. They specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of esophageal cancer and understand that every single case is unique.

That’s why we analyze and treat each case individually and with investigational treatments whenever possible. Your cancer is unique. Your treatment plan should be, too.

Dedicated Gastrointestinal Cancer Specialists

Every member of your care team — including your medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, surgeon and genetic counselor — is an expert not only in cancer, but specifically in esophageal cancer. You won’t find that level of expertise at community cancer centers.

Diagnostics That Go Further

Your customized treatment plan first requires an accurate and precise diagnosis. We use the most advanced imaging techniques and diagnostic technology to understand your esophageal cancer at a molecular level. Our diagnostic experts specialize first and foremost in diagnosing gastrointestinal cancers, which include esophageal cancer.

Tailored Esophageal Cancer Treatment Planning

Understanding exactly where in the esophagus your cancer is located and staging it is important. But we go further. Winship’s team of specialists look beyond your cancer’s stage and location to find out what’s driving its growth at the molecular level. Then we design a treatment plan to target your specific esophageal cancer with precise, powerful treatments — all while minimizing side effects.

Treatment You Can’t Get at Other Centers

With more clinical trials than any other cancer center in the state, you’ll have access to the most advanced and innovative treatments and resources for treating your specific esophageal cancer.

More Promising Outcomes

Not only do we have higher esophageal cancer survival rates at Winship than those at non-NCI-designated centers, but we know that living with esophageal cancer must also mean living well. We focus on lowering rates of recurrence and strive to deliver treatment with fewer side effects. Esophageal cancer can be a difficult diagnosis, but it doesn’t have to rule your life.

Support Every Step of the Way

Our esophageal cancer team is here for you and your family to lean on. Our nutritionists, nurse navigators, social workers, counselors and more do everything in their power to help you throughout your cancer experience.