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The Saint John’s Health Center is located in Santa Monica, CA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Multidisciplinary Approach of Chemotherapy for Metastatic Melanoma<\/h2>\n

\nAt Saint John\u2019s Health Center in Santa Monica, CA, we provide melanoma skin cancer care through a multidisciplinary team that include surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, medical oncologists, and nursing specialists. involving specialists across various disciplines. These experts participate in cancer tumor boards, where they evaluate and discuss each case in detail.<\/p>\n

Our cancer tumor boards meet regularly to review cases, ensuring every patient receives a personalized melanoma treatment plan. <\/p>\n

The decision to use chemotherapy for metastatic melanoma is based on factors such as the stage and spread of the disease, patient health status, and previous treatment.\n<\/p>\n

What is chemotherapy for melanoma?<\/h2>\n

Chemotherapy is a treatment option for melanoma that involves using drugs to kill cancer cells. These drugs can be administered intravenously or orally, and they travel through the bloodstream to target cancer cells throughout the body. Chemotherapy is typically used for advanced melanoma, especially when other treatments have not been effective. While it can help shrink tumors, its ability to extend survival is less clear compared to newer treatments, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy.<\/p>\n

How does chemotherapy work with other treatments?<\/h2>\n

Chemotherapy can be used other treatments, such as:<\/p>\n