Blood Cancer
Hematology Services
We provide the highest quality care to patients with blood cancer, including the latest therapies and stem cell transplantation. With advances in medical knowledge and treatment methods, many blood disorders are successfully treated and managed.
Blood cancers come from bone marrow or the immune system. Bone marrow, a spongy material inside bones, is responsible for making blood cells including white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. Each blood cell has a different role in the body. White blood cells fight off infection. Red blood cells deliver oxygen to tissues. Platelets help the body to clot.
A medical hematologist oncologist leads each patient's treatment plan. Radiation oncology and surgical oncology may participate in supportive roles. Treatments can include chemotherapy, oral medication, biotherapy, or immunotherapy.
We partner with New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) on clinical trials and research. The C.R. Wood Cancer Center in Glens Falls partners with many organizations on clinical trials.
- Leukemia, including acute leukemias, chronic leukemias, and myelodysplasia
- Lymphomas, including Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
- Plasma cell disorders, including multiple myeloma and amyloidosis
We provide full-service care for many kinds of blood cancers. All hematology providers and locations in the System can be found in the Get Care section of this page.
Pediatric Hematology
The Melodies Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders provides comprehensive care for all cancer and blood disorders affecting children.
Cancer Services in the Albany Med Health System
Visit our Cancer & Tumor Care pages. You will find information on cancer care locations, survivorship, services, and more.