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Liver & bile duct cancer

Liver & bile duct cancer, cared for close to home by one team.

Cancers of the liver and bile ducts often require coordination among oncology, surgery, and interventional specialists. Our oncologists manage the systemic piece — including modern targeted and immune therapies — within that team.

How we approach it

Targeted and immune therapy

Advanced liver and bile duct cancers are increasingly treated with targeted drugs and immunotherapy, sometimes matched to tumor genetics

Multidisciplinary coordination

Treatment may involve surgery, liver-directed procedures, and medical therapy — we keep them aligned

Liver-aware care

We tailor treatment to your liver function, which matters as much as the cancer itself

What the workup looks like

1
Specialized imaging

Multiphase CT or MRI can often characterize liver and bile duct tumors — sometimes without a biopsy.

2
Assessing liver health

Because underlying liver function shapes what treatment is safe, we evaluate it carefully alongside the tumor itself.

3
A multidisciplinary plan

Surgery, liver-directed therapies, and systemic treatment are weighed together, often with your liver specialists.

Common questions

Are liver and bile duct cancers treated the same way?
They share some approaches but differ in important ways, so confirming the exact diagnosis guides the plan.
Does underlying liver disease affect treatment?
Yes — liver function strongly shapes which treatments are safe and effective, so we account for it in every decision.
Can these be treated without surgery?
Often, yes — with targeted therapy, immunotherapy, and liver-directed procedures, especially when surgery isn't an option.
Is genetic testing of the tumor useful?
It can be — some bile duct cancers carry genetic changes that targeted drugs can address. We test when it may open options.

This page is general information, not medical advice for your specific situation. Every diagnosis — and every patient — is different. Bring your questions to your care team.