Rare cancers and sarcomas often require a specialized and multidisciplinary approach because of their unique behavior, location, and complexity. At Emerald Coast Cancer Center, conveniently located for residents of Crestview, we create personalized treatment plans that consider the type of cancer, tumor size, stage, spread, overall health, and each patient’s personal goals throughout care.

Treatment options for rare cancers and sarcomas may include:

• Surgery: Often the first treatment for localized sarcomas or tumors. The goal is to remove the cancer with clear margins to help reduce the risk of recurrence.

• Targeted Therapy: Uses medications that focus on specific mutations or proteins within cancer cells and may be used when traditional therapies are less effective.

• Chemotherapy: Uses cancer fighting medications that travel throughout the body to treat both the primary tumor and any cancer that may have spread.

• Radiation Therapy: Uses high energy radiation to shrink tumors or destroy cancer cells and may be used before or after surgery depending on the diagnosis.

• Immunotherapy: Helps stimulate the body’s immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells and may be used for certain rare cancers with specific markers.

Each treatment comes with its own challenges, and side effects may include fatigue, nausea, discomfort, or other symptoms depending on the area being treated. Throughout care, our oncology team closely monitors progress, helps manage side effects, and provides supportive care tailored to each patient’s needs.

Because rare cancers and sarcomas can be especially complex, we also collaborate with outside specialists and researchers when additional expertise is beneficial. At Emerald Coast Cancer Center, our goal is to provide patients in Crestview with clear communication, compassionate support, and personalized cancer treatment focused on both physical health and peace of mind.