{"id":27244,"date":"2025-02-25T22:21:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T03:21:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/?page_id=27244"},"modified":"2025-11-21T16:43:32","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T21:43:32","slug":"alaska","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/states\/alaska\/","title":{"rendered":"Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment Centers<\/h2>\n<p>Getting care from experts who understand this rare disease can make all the difference. Alaska is home to top <a href=\"\/cancer-centers\/\">mesothelioma cancer centers<\/a> that offer specialized treatment options and a range of support services for patients and family members.<\/p>\n<p>These Alaska mesothelioma treatment hospitals can provide the care and guidance you need after a diagnosis.<\/p>\n<div class=\"row medical-facility-wrap small\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.medical-facility-box{background:#F2F2F2;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0px 4px 4px 0px #00000040;display:block;color:#033E69;text-decoration:none;padding:20px 20px 60px;position:relative;font-size:15px}.medical-facility-box .hos a:hover{color:#100134;text-decoration:underline}.medical-facility-box .hos a:after{content:\"\";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;left:0;right:0;z-index:1}.med-fac-box-header{display:block;display:flex;align-items:center}.medical-facility-box img{width:60px;min-width:60px;border:3px solid #fff;border-radius:50%}.medical-facility-box 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.form-header{display:block;display:flex;align-items:center;margin-bottom:15px}.facility-form img{max-width:50px;margin-bottom:0;margin-right:10px;border-radius:50%}.facility-form h2.form-title{font-size:20px}.facility-form.thank-you{background:#F3F2F0;color:#000;border:1px solid #C6C6C6;border-radius:8px}.facility-form.thank-you h4{font-size:26px}.facility-form.thank-you a:not(.button){color:#F46E0F;font-weight:700}.facility-form.thank-you a.button{margin-right:20px;margin-bottom:20px;display:table}#facility-form-popup{position:relative}#facility-form-popup .mfp-close{width:44px;height:44px;line-height:44px;position:absolute;right:0;top:0;text-decoration:none;text-align:center;opacity:0.65;padding:0 0 18px 10px;color:#fff !important;font-style:normal;font-size:28px;font-family:Arial, Baskerville, monospace;border:none;left:unset;transform:none}#facility-form-popup .mfp-close:after{content:\"\"}#facility-form-popup .form-wrap.form-submitted+.mfp-close{color:#100134 !important}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.row.medical-facility-wrap{display:block;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:40px -15px}.row.medical-facility-wrap>div{width:50%;padding:0 15px;margin:0 0 30px !important}.row.medical-facility-wrap>div .medical-facility-box{height:100%}.facility-form .fsForm{min-width:650px}.facility-form .fsSubmitButton{width:100%;min-width:100%;padding:14px 30px}.facility-form.thank-you a.button{display:inline-block;margin-bottom:0}}@media screen and (min-width: 1280px){.row.medical-facility-wrap>div{width:33%;margin:0 0 30px !important}}<\/style><div class=\"col-6\"><div class=\"medical-facility-box no-specialist\"><div class=\"med-fac-box-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Alaska-Regional-Hospital-1-85x85.jpeg\" alt=\"Alaska Regional Hospital\" \/><h3 class=\"hos\">Alaska Regional Hospital<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"med-fac-box-inner\"><p class=\"hos-location\">2801 DeBarr Road<br \/>\nAnchorage, AK 99508<\/span><\/p><button data-image=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Alaska-Regional-Hospital-1-85x85.jpeg\" data-center=\"Alaska Regional Hospital\" class=\"med-fac-modal popup-link-inline\" data-mfp-src=\"#facility-form-popup\">Get Connected ><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"col-6\"><div class=\"medical-facility-box no-specialist\"><div class=\"med-fac-box-header\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Providence-Cancer-Center-85x85.jpeg\" alt=\"Providence Cancer Center\" \/><h3 class=\"hos\">Providence Cancer Center<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"med-fac-box-inner\"><p class=\"hos-location\">3851 Piper Street<br \/>\nAnchorage, AK 99508<\/p><button data-image=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Providence-Cancer-Center-85x85.jpeg\" data-center=\"Providence Cancer Center\" class=\"med-fac-modal popup-link-inline\" data-mfp-src=\"#facility-form-popup\">Get Connected ><\/button><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Alaska Mesothelioma Doctors<\/h2>\n<p>Patients can pursue the latest treatments from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/doctors\/\">mesothelioma doctors<\/a> in Alaska. Each of these specialists provides high-quality care for cases of mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some mesothelioma specialists in Alaska include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dr. Jeanne E. Anderson<\/strong> \u2013 Medical oncologist affiliated with Providence Cancer Center<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dr. James G. Blom<\/strong> \u2013 Radiation oncologist affiliated with Providence Cancer Center<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dr. John C. Dugal<\/strong> \u2013 Thoracic surgeon affiliated with Alaska Regional Hospital<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dr. Steven Y. Liu<\/strong> \u2013 Medical oncologist affiliated with Providence Cancer Center<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dr. Shannon Smiley<\/strong> \u2013 Medical oncologist affiliated with Providence Cancer Center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Use our <strong>Free Doctor Match<\/strong> service for help connecting with an Alaska mesothelioma oncologist.<\/p>\n<div id=\"25223\" class=\"one-off-25223 widget widget_oscar-vque one-off\" data-vqueid=\"25223\"><style type=\"text\/css\" data-style=\"one-off\">.one-off-25223{margin:60px auto}.one-off-25223 a{box-shadow:0 4px 4px 0 rgba(0,0,0,.25);display:block;background:#e4f4f6;padding:20px 25px 200px;text-decoration:none;color:inherit;position:relative;overflow:hidden;max-width:360px;margin:0 auto}.one-off-25223 a::before{background:#0FAEBF;border-radius:50% 50% 0 0;content:'';position:absolute;bottom:0;height:19%;width:135%;left:-60px;z-index:0}.one-off-25223 .vque-content,.one-off-25223 .image-wrap{z-index:1;position:relative}.one-off-25223 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Mesothelioma Doctor<\/strong>\r\n        <ul>\r\n            <li>Find top specialists near you<\/li>\r\n            <li>Seek compensation for travel & care<\/li>\r\n            <li>Get medical guidance<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n        <p><strong class=\"button arrow\" title=\"Get Matched Now\">Get Matched Now<\/strong><\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"image-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Doctors-ad.png\" alt=\"Get Matched With a Mesothelioma Doctor\" class=\"lazyload\" ><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment Options<\/h2>\n<p>Patients in Alaska can access a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/\">mesothelioma treatments<\/a> provided by leading specialists.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alaska mesothelioma treatment may include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Surgery: <\/strong>Depending on their cancer type and stage, patients may qualify for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/surgery\/\">mesothelioma surgery<\/a> to remove tumors and potentially increase their life expectancy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chemotherapy<\/strong>: Powerful drugs destroy tumors and kill cancer cells. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/chemotherapy\/\">Chemotherapy<\/a> can be used as the main mesothelioma treatment or in combination with surgery, radiation, and other therapies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Immunotherapy:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/immunotherapy\/\">Immunotherapy drugs<\/a> help the body\u2019s immune system find and destroy cancer cells.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Radiation therapy: <\/strong>High-energy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/radiation\/\">radiation<\/a> can damage the DNA of cancer cells and shrink tumors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields): <\/strong>This innovative treatment uses low-energy electrical fields to stop cancer cells from growing and spreading. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/tumor-treating-fields\/\">TTFields<\/a> are often used with chemotherapy to improve results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Palliative care:<\/strong> Focused on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/palliative\/\">palliative care<\/a> can include minor surgeries, pain management, emotional support, and other therapies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clinical trials:<\/strong> Eligible patients can access emerging therapies or new combinations of treatments through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/clinical-trials\/\">meso<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/clinical-trials\/\">thelioma clinical trials<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment Teams<\/h2>\n<p>Mesothelioma patient care teams consist of multidisciplinary professionals who provide comprehensive medical treatment and support.<\/p>\n<p><strong>These care teams typically include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Medical oncologists<\/li>\n<li>Nurses<\/li>\n<li>Nutritionists<\/li>\n<li>Palliative care specialists<\/li>\n<li>Pathologists<\/li>\n<li>Pulmonologists<\/li>\n<li>Radiation oncologists<\/li>\n<li>Social workers<\/li>\n<li>Surgical oncologists<\/li>\n<li>Thoracic surgeons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p><strong>These specialists work together to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop personalized treatment plans<\/li>\n<li>Offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/pain-management\/\">pain management<\/a> and palliative care<\/li>\n<li>Provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/resources\/emotional-support\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"30\">emotional support<\/a> to patients and families<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Download our <strong>Free Checklist of Questions to Ask Your Doctor <\/strong>to make sure you leave your next appointment 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Download<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<h2>Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment Research and Clinical Trials<\/h2>\n<p>Cancer centers in Alaska are conducting clinical trials for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/mesothelioma\/\">mesothelioma<\/a> to find more effective treatments that may help patients live longer. Eligible patients can join these trials at no cost to them.<\/p>\n<p>For example, one phase II trial is testing immunotherapy\u00a0with <a href=\"\/treatment\/immunotherapy\/opdivo-yervoy\/\">Opdivo\u00ae and Yervoy\u00ae<\/a> before surgery in patients with sarcomatoid mesothelioma to see if it\u2019s more effective than immunotherapy alone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Locations recruiting for this trial include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Alaska Breast Care and Surgery<\/li>\n<li>Alaska Women&#8217;s Cancer Care<\/li>\n<li>Anchorage Radiation Therapy Center<\/li>\n<li>Katmai Oncology Group<\/li>\n<li>Providence Alaska Medical Center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"callout-shortcode\"><style type=\"text\/css\">.callout-shortcode{background:#EDF8F9;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;padding:20px 20px 20px 24px;margin:40px 0;max-width:860px;position:relative}.callout-shortcode:before{content:\" \";position:absolute;top:0;bottom:0;width:4px;height:100%;left:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg, #0FAEBF 0%, #EDF8F9 100%)}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{color:#100134;font-size:22px;display:block;margin:0 0 15px}.callout-shortcode:first-child{margin-top:0}.callout-shortcode:last-child{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:20px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding-top:17px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:74px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{left:22px;position:absolute;top:20px;width:59px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background:#fff url(\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/mh-icon-65.png);background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:70%;border-radius:30px;bottom:-10px;content:\"\";display:block;height:30px;position:absolute;right:-10px;width:30px}@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.callout-shortcode{padding:25px 25px 25px 34px}.callout-shortcode .callout-shortcode-heading{font-size:24px}.callout-shortcode .img-wrap{margin-bottom:0}.callout-shortcode.has-img{min-height:170px;padding-left:175px}.callout-shortcode.has-img .img-wrap{position:absolute;left:29px;top:25px;width:119px}.callout-shortcode.hope.has-img{padding-left:170px}.callout-shortcode.hope>strong{padding:0}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap{width:109px}.callout-shortcode.hope .img-wrap:before{background-size:66%;bottom:-15px;height:42px;width:42px}}<\/style><div class=\"content\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/about\/contact\/\">Contact our Patient Advocates<\/a> for help accessing new treatments and clinical trials in Alaska.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Scope of Asbestos-Related Diseases in Alaska<\/h2>\n<p>According to data from the Environmental Working Group, <strong>512 people died<\/strong> <strong>from <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/asbestos\/related-diseases\/\"><strong>asbestos-related diseases<\/strong><\/a> in Alaska between 1999 and 2017 from mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis.<\/p>\n<p>Many mesothelioma patients in the state developed this cancer after working with or around asbestos at job sites. Asbestos was used in various industries throughout the state before the risks were publicly known.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Notable asbestos job sites<\/strong> <strong>in Alaska include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li>Alaskan Pipeline in Valdez<\/li>\n<li>Georgia Pacific Paper Mill in Ketchikan<\/li>\n<li>Jualin Mine in Juneau<\/li>\n<li>Phillips Petroleum Company in Kenai<\/li>\n<li>R. Lawler, Inc. in Nome<\/li>\n<li>Standard Oil in Nikiski<\/li>\n<li>U.S. Naval Air Station in Kodiak<\/li>\n<li>U.S. Smelting &amp; Refining Company in Fairbanks<\/li>\n<li>Union Oil Company in Anchorage<\/li>\n<li>Yukon Gold Company in Iditarod<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>Fortunately, patients who became sick from asbestos exposure can access advanced treatments at an Alaska mesothelioma cancer center.<\/p>\n<h2>Cost of Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>On average, it can cost <strong>over $400,000 a year<\/strong> to treat mesothelioma, and insurance usually doesn\u2019t cover everything.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Some potential expenses to consider include:<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul class='columns-2'>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/alternative\/\">Alternative treatments<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Blood work<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/treatment\/chemotherapy\/drugs\/\">Chemotherapy drugs<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Hospital stays<\/li>\n<li>Immunotherapy infusions<\/li>\n<li>Medication copays<\/li>\n<li>Multiple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/mesothelioma\/diagnosis\/imaging-scans\/\">imaging scans<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Radiation therapy<\/li>\n<li>Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<p>This<strong> doesn\u2019t include the cost of transportation or lodging <\/strong>if you need to travel for Alaska mesothelioma treatment.<\/p>\n<h2>Compensation for Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/legal\/compensation\/\">Mesothelioma compensation<\/a> can help you afford medical treatments and manage daily living expenses. Learn more about pursuing compensation for Alaska mesothelioma treatment through lawsuits, trust fund claims, and veterans benefits below.<\/p>\n<h3>Mesothelioma Lawsuits<\/h3>\n<p>Mesothelioma patients in Alaska may pursue legal action against companies responsible for their asbestos exposure. A successful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/legal\/lawsuit\/\">mesothelioma lawsuit<\/a> can provide compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages.<\/p>\n<p>Our legal partners have secured <strong>millions of dollars<\/strong> for Alaska mesothelioma victims, including:<\/p>\n<div class=\"amounts-wrap no-top-margin\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>$2 million <\/strong> <span>for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/veterans\/army\/\">U.S. Army veteran<\/a> in Delta Junction<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Nearly $1 million<\/strong> <span>for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/asbestos\/exposure\/secondary\/\">secondhand exposure victim<\/a> in Nikiski<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>$1.16 million<\/strong> <span>for a union carpenter &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/occupations\/steel-mill-workers\/\">millwright<\/a> in Kasilof<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<style type=\"text\/css\">.amounts-wrap{margin:0 0 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You could start receiving the first payouts from trust funds in 90 days or less.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>These funds offer financial relief to cover Alaska mesothelioma treatment costs, lost income, and other expenses.<\/p>\n<p>We can connect you with top mesothelioma attorneys who can file asbestos trust fund claims on your behalf if you qualify. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/about\/contact\/\">Contact us now to get started<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Veterans Benefits<\/h3>\n<p>Former service members with mesothelioma can apply for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/veterans\/va-benefits\/\">veterans benefits<\/a> offered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to cover the costs of cancer treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Eligible veterans may receive free or discounted health care, tax-free disability compensation of over <strong>$4,000 a month<\/strong>, VA pensions, and other types of financial assistance.<\/p>\n<h2>Get Help Finding Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment<\/h2>\n<p>If you or a loved one is facing a mesothelioma diagnosis, find hope by exploring your options. Getting treatment from an Alaska mesothelioma doctor can potentially help you live longer and enjoy a better quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>Mesothelioma Hope can connect you with doctors at top Alaska mesothelioma treatment centers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We can also help you:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Better understand your diagnosis<\/li>\n<li>Enroll in clinical trials<\/li>\n<li>Find support groups and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/resources\/peer-mentors\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"56\">peer mentors<\/a><\/li>\n<li>File mesothelioma claims for compensation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Call <a href=\"tel:+18666088933\" title=\"Click to call (866) 608-8933\" class=\"in-content-tel-link\" data-ce-category=\"Click to Call\" data-ce-label=\"(866) 608-8933\">(866) 608-8933<\/a> to speak with us or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mesotheliomahope.com\/get-matched\/\">get matched with a doctor now<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alaska Mesothelioma Treatment Centers Getting care from experts who understand this rare disease can make all the difference. 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