Brain Tumors and Spinal Cord Cancer
The O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center brings the expertise of an interdisciplinary team to every patient we treat. And we treat every type of cancer. That means your treatment plan is personalized for you and coordinated by our team of cancer doctors and experts that specialize in brain tumors and spinal cord 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.
The O’Neal Difference
Comprehensive Treatment Beyond Tumors
We treat medical and neurologic problems that many patients with brain tumors develop, including seizures, infections, and emotional problems.
National Brain Tumor Clinical Cooperative Group
One of two groups supported by the National Cancer Institute to study new, experimental treatments for patients with malignant brain tumors
Targeted Proton Therapy
Home to the first proton therapy facility in Alabama; proton therapy uses more precise dosages to attack tumors.
Intraoperative MRI
Advanced image-guided surgery for safe and complete removal of tumor material without damaging normal brain tissue.
Cancer Patient Navigators
Specialists help guide you through all aspects of your cancer journey.
Supportive Care and Survivorship programs
We help you through every stage of your treatment, caring for all aspects of your physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
Schedule an Appointment
Find a Clinical Trial
Search for clinical trials and talk to your doctor about participating
Proton therapy center treats 300th patient
Corey Bozeman, 8, has a rare condition that predisposes him to cancer. He had a debilitating spinal cord tumor treated with proton therapy, the most advanced treatment for preserving delicate tissue around a tumor.
Patient Resources
Programs & Services
Conditions Treated
- Glioblastoma
- Primary CNS Lymphoma
- Pituitary Region Tumors
- Medulloblastomas
- Meningiomas
Treatments & Procedures
Your Team of Brain Tumor and Spinal Cord Cancer Experts
The 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.
