Colon Cancer
The UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center brings the expertise of an interdisciplinary team to every patient we treat. And we treat every type of cancer, including colon cancer. That means your treatment plan is personalized for you and coordinated by our team of cancer doctors and experts that specialize in colon cancer. Here, you will benefit from the latest surgical techniques and radiation oncology treatments; access to clinical trials working to discover new, safe, and effective treatments; and targeted therapies backed by our precision medicine program. Find comfort and confidence in knowing your cancer care is comprehensive and cutting-edge.
Your Team of Gastrointestinal Cancer Experts
The UAB O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center team believes that there’s a lot more to fighting cancer than just getting rid of cancer cells through treatment. We believe that comprehensive, holistic cancer care includes other aspects of your life that may have an impact on your overall well-being. After all, cancer changes everything. At UAB, you have a personalized team to support YOU.
The O’Neal Difference
Multidisciplinary Colorectal Cancer Clinic
See multiple specialists – all on the same day – who work together on a treatment plan specific to you
Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery
Precise treatment for colon and rectal cancers
Advanced Chemotherapy Delivery
After tumor removal, we target the hard-to-reach remaining cancer cells using Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC).
Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump Program
A specialized treatment option for patients whose colon or rectal cancer has spread to the liver but cannot be surgically removed
Clinical Trials
Together, finding new ways to improve cancer care and survival
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Find a Clinical Trial
Search for clinical trials and talk to your doctor about participating
Patient Resources
Programs & Services
Conditions Treated
Treatments & Procedures
Steadman's Story
UAB Medicine patient Steadman Harrison is a one-year cancer survivor. He says that his cancer journey has been a lesson in patience, the value of family support, and personal faith.
