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Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

The best long-term outcome for a patient with a gastrointestinal stromal tumor (or GIST) will be achieved with an individualized, comprehensive treatment approach by specialists at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.

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Why Winship for Your Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

When you come to Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University for a gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), a multidisciplinary team of experts is dedicated to your well-being.

Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are a type of soft tissue tumor that typically originates in the nerve cells within the stomach, small intestines or colon, specifically known as interstitial cells of Cajal. These tumors are malignant and therefore cancerous. The aggressiveness of the disease can vary depending on individual tumor-related features.

As Georgia’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University has access to the latest cutting-edge research, clinical trials and advanced treatment methods for gastrointestinal cancers. We develop groundbreaking surgeries and treatments that yield better outcomes and are adopted by other leading cancer centers.

Your care team leverages Emory's extensive resources in surgical oncology, radiation therapy, and medical oncology to provide the newest, most effective practices and treatments for gastrointestinal cancer and GIST.

Dedicated Gastrointestinal Cancer Specialists

Winship’s GIST care team ranks among the top cancer experts in the world. Our multidisciplinary care team includes highly experienced medical oncologists, oncology surgeons, advanced gastroenterologists, radiologists, GIST pathologists, pharmacists and advanced practice nurses with expertise in GIST.

Individualized Treatment Plan

Winship takes an individualized approach to cancer care. Every GIST goes through a robust evaluation and review process by a team of experts. Your treatment plan will be personalized to meet your needs and will take into account the stage of your disease, your overall health, the side effects of the treatment and relieving GIST symptoms.

Treatment You Can’t Get Anywhere Else in Georgia

Clinical trials are a major component of Winship’s successful patient outcomes and evolving research. As an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Winship has direct access to the latest therapies and studies in GIST. Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship.

Comprehensive Cancer Care

Patients with a GIST require an experienced team of experts to swiftly diagnose and treat their gastrointestinal tumor. Winship’s exceptional team of pathologists and surgical oncologists is hyper-focused on making this possible. With our coordinated, multidisciplinary approach — from diagnosis to treatment — we excel in providing the very best GIST care.