Welcome to the Bone Metastasis Program, part of the Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center

Welcome to the Bone Metastasis Program

Welcome to the Bone Metastasis Program, part of the Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center. Our mission is to evaluate and treat patients whose cancer has spread (metastasized) to their bones and soft tissues. We offer personalized treatment plans and innovative, compassionate care to support each patient’s unique needs.

Metastatic cancer is cancer that starts in another area of the body and spreads to the bones. It happens when cancer cells from the breast, prostate, lungs or other areas start to grow in the bones.
Our program takes a comprehensive team approach, which includes fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons specializing in musculoskeletal oncology. Supported by an academic health system, our program offers patients, and their families access to the latest technology, pioneering research, and a seamless link to other specialized care within the health system.

Our Team Members
Jonathan Morris, MD Shervin Oskouei, MD

Treatment for Metastatic Bone Cancer

Treatment for metastatic bone cancer typically focuses on managing symptoms, improving quality of life, and slowing cancer progression.

Treatments usually include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy, which aim to control cancer cells throughout the body.
Radiation therapy is frequently used to alleviate pain and local tumor control.
Medications and therapeutic agents that treat and prevent bone damage caused by cancer, such as bisphosphonates or denosumab, can help reduce bone fractures and other skeletal-related complications.
In some cases, surgery may be recommended to stabilize affected bones or remove tumors. Treatment plans are often personalized based on the type and extent of cancer, overall health, and individual goals.

Our multidisciplinary team reviews your medical history, symptoms, physical exams, and imaging results. We work closely with you to explain all available treatment options and develop a personalized plan to address your condition. It’s important to note that we do not replace your oncology team; rather, we work together with them to ensure you receive the most comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care for your treatment plan.
Our team provides care for patients with any type of cancer that has spread to the bone, including, but not limited to prostate cancer, breast cancer, multiple myeloma, lymphoma, lung cancer, kidney cancer. Some patients may already have symptoms or fractures, while others may not yet have these issues, but their oncology team is concerned about the risk. We welcome referrals for any of these situations, regardless of whether you have previously received care within our network.
Once we receive your referral, we will reach out to you and your existing oncology team. You may also call us at 404-712-6387 or bonemets@emoryhealthcare.org with questions. We will then schedule you to be seen as soon as possible. Meanwhile, our team will carefully review your medical details and relevant imaging in preparation for our visit. We prioritize scheduling appointments as quickly as possible, as urgent action may sometimes be necessary to prevent fractures.

Commonly Asked Questions

No, you don’t need to be an existing patient of Emory Healthcare to get an appointment. You can call 404-712-6387 to schedule an appointment, or your medical team can contact us directly. We see patients regionally, nationally and even internationally.
Once you contact our team to schedule the appointment, we will work with you to obtain the necessary records.
The specifics will depend on the type of surgery, radiation, or interventional procedure you undergo. Our goal is to address your bone-related issue while ensuring you can continue receiving care from your existing oncology team.
You can call us at 404-712-6387 or email us at bonemets@emoryhealthcare.org.
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