Once a patient is diagnosed with lung cancer, treatment must begin promptly. The treatment plan is designed based on the cancer's stage, which refers to the extent of the disease. Early-stage patients typically have small tumors confined to the lung tissue—these are considered stage 1 cases. Staging is determined using PET scans, CT scans, and biopsies, and can range from stage 1 to stage 4.
Early stages, such as stage 1, are usually treated with localized approaches like surgery and radiation. In more advanced stages—stage 2, stage 3, or stage 4—a multidisciplinary approach is often required. This can include a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, or biologic treatments. A coordinated team of physicians works together to determine the most effective treatment strategy for each patient.
My name is Dr. Michaela Straznicka, and I am a proud member of the BASS Medical Group.
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