At Dignity Health’s Mission Hope Cancer Center we believe that Cancer care requires a personalized approach. Mission Hope offers advanced cancer care, leading-edge technologies,access to clinical trials, social support services, nutrition counseling, social work and spiritual care and is accredited by the Commission on Cancer. Mission Hope Cancer Center Medical Oncology has its primary location in Santa Maria along with the location in Arroyo Grande at the Matthew Will Memorial Building adjacent to Arroyo Grande Community Hospital. In addition to offering Gynecologic Oncology we offer Medical Oncology and Hematology in Santa Maria and Arroyo Grande, we offer breast surgery and breast cancer management, Advanced Endoscopy and Colorectal Surgery. Mission Hope also offers radiation oncology. For more information visit Mission Hope Cancer Center.
Jonathan Tammela, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist Surgeon. Dr. Tammela provides highly specialized care in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancers affecting the female reproductive tract. He is highly skilled at minimally-invasive Robotic Surgery.
"I understand that being faced with a diagnosis of cancer or a complex gynecologic condition can cause patients to feel frightened or anxious. For this reason, timely access to consultation and treatment is my priority. I am committed to offering patients the most up-to date,evidence-based therapies, including Robotic Surgery when appropriate. I believe in the importance of clearly explaining all treatment options to the patient, so that together we can make the best plan of care for her unique needs."
—Jonathan Tammela, MD, FACOG
A trailblazer in his field, Dr. Tammela established the first full-time Robotic Gynecologic Oncology program in Northeast Wisconsin and has performed more than 1000 robotic surgeries. Dr. Tammela completed his undergraduate studies in Hawaii and earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in OB/GYN at the University of Florida, Jacksonville and then completed subspecialty training in Gynecologic Oncology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Tammela treats all types of gynecologic cancers and is triple board certified in Gynecologic Oncology, Hospice and Palliative Care, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.
He has won several awards including “Innovator of the Year Award”for cancer treatment and robotic surgery.
There is ample free parking in the parking lot right out in front of the clinic.
Gynecologic oncologists offer an integrated approach to the diagnosis and surgical management of cancerous and noncancerous conditions of the female reproductive system. Gynecologic oncology is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on treatment for cancers of the ovaries, vagina, uterus, cervix, and vulva. A gynecologic oncologist cares for people who have these conditions, diagnosing their cancers and recommending the best treatment.
Pacific Central Coast Health Centers contracts with most health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, and provides health care services that fit your health plan benefits. If you have questions about the health insurance plans we accept, contact the office where you would like to be seen and our staff would be happy to answer any questions you may have.
At Mission Hope Cancer Center we pride ourselves in offering an excellent team of physicians and medical staff to work together with patients on their Cancer journeys. Just like people, each cancer is different. When dealing with a cancer diagnosis, you may be overwhelmed by the disease process and the myriad of treatment options. Here at Mission Hope our goal is to provide all-encompassing care for our patients through the integration of today’s foremost resources. We utilize the most advanced conventional medical technology and information, along with complementary therapies leading to a compassionate and personalized treatment experience that addresses not only the physical but also the psychosocial and spiritual facets of healing and survivorship.
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