Gastrointestinal Cancers

Our cancer program has experienced specialists and the latest technology to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal cancers.

Gastrointestinal Cancers

Our cancer program has experienced specialists and the latest technology to diagnose and treat gastrointestinal cancers.

  • Anal cancer
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Gastric cancer
  • Gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors
  • Liver cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Sarcoma
  • Stomach cancer
Carilion Cancer Care

Gastrointestinal Cancers

Mark D. Kochenderfer, M.D.Mark D. Kochenderfer, M.D.Medical Oncology and Hematology, Blue Ridge Cancer Care

"Dr. Mark Kochenderfer received his M.D. and his B.A. at West Virginia University. He completed his internal medicine residency as well as hematology/oncology fellowship at Wake Forest University."

Commission on Cancer Accredited

Commission on Cancer Accredited

As an accredited program, we're dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for people with cancer. Our team is committed to serving our patients and community by reducing the incidence of cancer and ensuring access to screening, early detection, treatment and quality care.

ACS Cancer Program
Cancer Tumor Conference

Cancer Tumor Conference

We believe in a coordinated, interdisciplinary approach to the treatment of cancer. Our integrated care teams participate in multidisciplinary cancer conferences where specialists develop individual patient care plans that are coordinated prior to initiation of treatment.

Outpatient Infusion Center

Outpatient Infusion Center

Carilion Clinic provides infusion therapy for patients in comfortable outpatient settings designed for quiet and calm during sessions.

About Our Outpatient Infusion Center
Carilion Cancer Genetics

Cancer Genetics

Hereditary cancer develops as a result of a genetic mutation, passed down from a parent to a child. It is important to identify families with hereditary susceptibility to cancer because they can take steps to reduce their risk or prevent cancer from occurring.

About Our Genetics Program
Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

The Carilion Clinic Cancer Survivorship Program seeks to positively contribute to the health and well-being of cancer survivors from the time of diagnosis until the end of life, through the coordinated and collective effort of communities, public and private organizations, and individuals.

About Our Survivorship Program
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Commission on Cancer Accredited

Commission on Cancer Accredited

As an accredited program, we're dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for people with cancer. Our team is committed to serving our patients and community by reducing the incidence of cancer and ensuring access to screening, early detection, treatment and quality care.

ACS Cancer Program
Cancer Tumor Conference

Cancer Tumor Conference

We believe in a coordinated, interdisciplinary approach to the treatment of cancer. Our integrated care teams participate in multidisciplinary cancer conferences where specialists develop individual patient care plans that are coordinated prior to initiation of treatment.

Outpatient Infusion Center

Outpatient Infusion Center

Carilion Clinic provides infusion therapy for patients in comfortable outpatient settings designed for quiet and calm during sessions.

About Our Outpatient Infusion Center
Carilion Cancer Genetics

Cancer Genetics

Hereditary cancer develops as a result of a genetic mutation, passed down from a parent to a child. It is important to identify families with hereditary susceptibility to cancer because they can take steps to reduce their risk or prevent cancer from occurring.

About Our Genetics Program
Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

The Carilion Clinic Cancer Survivorship Program seeks to positively contribute to the health and well-being of cancer survivors from the time of diagnosis until the end of life, through the coordinated and collective effort of communities, public and private organizations, and individuals.

About Our Survivorship Program
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Expertise

Expertise

Board-certified surgeons and gastroenterologists

Cutting-edge

Cutting-edge

Cutting-edge diagnostic technology and procedures to diagnose and evaluate GI conditions

Coordinated

Coordinated

Integrated care with primary care doctors, gastroenterologists, and surgeons

Expertise

Expertise

Board-certified surgeons and gastroenterologists

Cutting-edge

Cutting-edge

Cutting-edge diagnostic technology and procedures to diagnose and evaluate GI conditions

Coordinated

Coordinated

Integrated care with primary care doctors, gastroenterologists, and surgeons

Want to learn more?

Patient Education and Information

Understanding digestive cancers can be complicated. We work to provide expert clinical evaluations, technologies and proven therapies to treat your cancer. Here are some trusted resources to help you learn more.

Patient guidelines from

the National Comprehensive Care Network

Understanding Colon Cancer

The National Comprehensive Care Network provides in-depth information to help you understand a colon cancer diagnosis.

Understanding Pancreatic Cancer

Information from the National Comprehensive Care Network to help you understand a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

Patient Resources

Understanding Your Cancer Risk

How to Stop Smoking

Learn more about the importance of stopping smoking. The American Lung Association provides tools and tips to help you quit smoking.

Obesity & Cancer Risk

Obesity is a condition in which a person has an unhealthy amount and/or distribution of body fat. Learn more about obesity and your cancer risk.

Recognized for Excellence

Awards

  • Anal cancer
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Gastric cancer
  • Gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors
  • Liver cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Sarcoma
  • Stomach cancer

Conditions Treated

  • Anal cancer
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Gastric cancer
  • Gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors
  • Liver cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Sarcoma
  • Stomach cancer

Treatment Options

  • Biliary resection and reconstruction
  • Bowel resection/colostomy/ileostomy
  • Cholecystectomy
  • Colon resection
  • Colonoscopy
  • Complete lympth node dissection
  • Comprehensive minimally invasive surgery
  • Cytoreductive surgery and HIPEC
  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
  • Endoscopic ultrasound
  • Gastrectomy
  • Liver resection
  • Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure)
  • Placement of feeding tubes
  • Placement of port-a-cath
  • Rectal resection
  • Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Splenectomy
  • Wide local excision & reconstruction
Carilion Cancer Care

Gastrointestinal Cancers

Mark D. Kochenderfer, M.D.Mark D. Kochenderfer, M.D.Medical Oncology and Hematology, Blue Ridge Cancer Care

"Dr. Mark Kochenderfer received his M.D. and his B.A. at West Virginia University. He completed his internal medicine residency as well as hematology/oncology fellowship at Wake Forest University."

Commission on Cancer Accredited

Commission on Cancer Accredited

As an accredited program, we're dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for people with cancer. Our team is committed to serving our patients and community by reducing the incidence of cancer and ensuring access to screening, early detection, treatment and quality care.

ACS Cancer Program
Cancer Tumor Conference

Cancer Tumor Conference

We believe in a coordinated, interdisciplinary approach to the treatment of cancer. Our integrated care teams participate in multidisciplinary cancer conferences where specialists develop individual patient care plans that are coordinated prior to initiation of treatment.

Outpatient Infusion Center

Outpatient Infusion Center

Carilion Clinic provides infusion therapy for patients in comfortable outpatient settings designed for quiet and calm during sessions.

About Our Outpatient Infusion Center
Carilion Cancer Genetics

Cancer Genetics

Hereditary cancer develops as a result of a genetic mutation, passed down from a parent to a child. It is important to identify families with hereditary susceptibility to cancer because they can take steps to reduce their risk or prevent cancer from occurring.

About Our Genetics Program
Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

The Carilion Clinic Cancer Survivorship Program seeks to positively contribute to the health and well-being of cancer survivors from the time of diagnosis until the end of life, through the coordinated and collective effort of communities, public and private organizations, and individuals.

About Our Survivorship Program
left-arrowyears-left-arrow in cvi-cancer care
Commission on Cancer Accredited

Commission on Cancer Accredited

As an accredited program, we're dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for people with cancer. Our team is committed to serving our patients and community by reducing the incidence of cancer and ensuring access to screening, early detection, treatment and quality care.

ACS Cancer Program
Cancer Tumor Conference

Cancer Tumor Conference

We believe in a coordinated, interdisciplinary approach to the treatment of cancer. Our integrated care teams participate in multidisciplinary cancer conferences where specialists develop individual patient care plans that are coordinated prior to initiation of treatment.

Outpatient Infusion Center

Outpatient Infusion Center

Carilion Clinic provides infusion therapy for patients in comfortable outpatient settings designed for quiet and calm during sessions.

About Our Outpatient Infusion Center
Carilion Cancer Genetics

Cancer Genetics

Hereditary cancer develops as a result of a genetic mutation, passed down from a parent to a child. It is important to identify families with hereditary susceptibility to cancer because they can take steps to reduce their risk or prevent cancer from occurring.

About Our Genetics Program
Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

Carilion Cancer Survivorship Program

The Carilion Clinic Cancer Survivorship Program seeks to positively contribute to the health and well-being of cancer survivors from the time of diagnosis until the end of life, through the coordinated and collective effort of communities, public and private organizations, and individuals.

About Our Survivorship Program
right-arrowright-arrow for cvi-cancer care
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Expertise

Expertise

Board-certified surgeons and gastroenterologists

Cutting-edge

Cutting-edge

Cutting-edge diagnostic technology and procedures to diagnose and evaluate GI conditions

Coordinated

Coordinated

Integrated care with primary care doctors, gastroenterologists, and surgeons

Want to learn more?

Patient Education and Information

Understanding digestive cancers can be complicated. We work to provide expert clinical evaluations, technologies and proven therapies to treat your cancer. Here are some trusted resources to help you learn more.

Patient guidelines from

the National Comprehensive Care Network

Understanding Colon Cancer

The National Comprehensive Care Network provides in-depth information to help you understand a colon cancer diagnosis.

Understanding Pancreatic Cancer

Information from the National Comprehensive Care Network to help you understand a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

Patient Resources

Understanding Your Cancer Risk

How to Stop Smoking

Learn more about the importance of stopping smoking. The American Lung Association provides tools and tips to help you quit smoking.

Obesity & Cancer Risk

Obesity is a condition in which a person has an unhealthy amount and/or distribution of body fat. Learn more about obesity and your cancer risk.

Patient Education and Information

Understanding digestive cancers can be complicated. We work to provide expert clinical evaluations, technologies and proven therapies to treat your cancer. Here are some trusted resources to help you learn more.

Patient guidelines from

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the National Comprehensive Care Network

Understanding Colon Cancer

The National Comprehensive Care Network provides in-depth information to help you understand a colon cancer diagnosis.

Understanding Pancreatic Cancer

Information from the National Comprehensive Care Network to help you understand a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

Patient Resources

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Understanding Your Cancer Risk

How to Stop Smoking

Learn more about the importance of stopping smoking. The American Lung Association provides tools and tips to help you quit smoking.

Obesity & Cancer Risk

Obesity is a condition in which a person has an unhealthy amount and/or distribution of body fat. Learn more about obesity and your cancer risk.

Recognized for Excellence

Awards

Recognized for Excellence

Awards

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