--- title: "Cancer pain management services at Sutter Health" description: "Receive specialized cancer pain management at Sutter, where specialists use treatments to control pain and improve comfort for people living with cancer." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-pain-management" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Cancer pain management and palliative care services # Cancer pain management Our specialists focus on holistic care, addressing pain management, palliative care, treatment side effects and your overall health and well-being. [Find a cancer pain specialist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pain+Management%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? We’re here to help you and your family navigate the pain and side effects that can come with some cancer treatments. Our compassionate providers work with you to identify and address what's causing your discomfort. Your team will create a personalized pain control plan that can include options like medication, radiation therapy and palliative procedures to alleviate your discomfort. Our aim is to increase your comfort level and improve your quality of life. ## By the numbers ### 250+ Cancer Specialists cover every cancer specialty from breast cancer to bone marrow transplants. ### 20+ Cancer Centers offer unmatched cancer care on top of 60+ imaging locations. ### 150+ Cancer Clinical Trials are underway to unlock the next breakthrough cancer treatment. ### Top 100 Nationwide for high-quality cancer care and access to innovative clinical trials. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - [Bile Duct Cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/liver-bile-duct-cancer) - [Bladder cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-bladder-cancer) - Bone Cancer - [Brain Cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neuro-oncology) - [Breast cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/breast-cancer) - [Colon and rectal cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/colorectal-cancer) - Esophageal cancer - [Gastrointestinal cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/gastrointestinal-cancer) - [Gynecologic cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/gynecologic-cancer) - [Head and neck cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/head-neck-cancer) - [Kidney cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-bladder-cancer) - [Leukemia](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/leukemia-lymphoma-myeloma-cancer) - [Liver cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/liver-bile-duct-cancer) - [Lung cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/lung-thoracic-cancer) - [Lymphoma](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/leukemia-lymphoma-myeloma-cancer) - [Melanoma](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/skin-cancer) - [Myeloma](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/leukemia-lymphoma-myeloma-cancer) - [Pancreatic cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pancreatic-cancer) - [Prostate cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/prostate-cancer) - [Thoracic Cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/lung-thoracic-cancer) ## Treatments - [Interventional pain management](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/interventional-pain-management) ![female-scientist](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/female-scientist.jpg?h=473&iar=0&w=739) ## Rare cancers research Our investigators research rare cancers at Sutter's world-class research institutes, leading to advancements in diagnosis and treatment. [View clinical trials](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Rare+Cancers%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ![female-scientist](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/female-scientist.jpg?h=473&iar=0&w=739) ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Cancer%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Support Group ### [Young Adult Cancer Support Group (Online)- Ridley-Tree Cancer Center- Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a3abbefe2c9464f6f3c774b/) Wednesday, November 18, 2026 This support group provides a place where young adults, ages 18 - 40, can share their cancer experience, support one another, exchange information and create meaningful moments. - Support Group ### [Prostate Cancer Support Group (Online)- Ridley-Tree Cancer Center- Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a3ab2f8785daf4c59f23967/) Tuesday, December 1, 2026 Newly diagnosed or treated for prostate cancer? Join other prostate cancer survivors to discuss life with prostate cancer. - Class ### [Finding Joy Through Painting - Ridley-Tree Cancer Center Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6924bd32ff16e86e5e01aaab/) Monday, November 16, 2026 This painting class offers individuals receiving treatment for a cancer diagnosis a safe and therapeutic space to express themselves through art. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Cancer%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Sutter spotlight Page ### [Get screened for cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/get-screened-for-cancer) Screenings save lives. Learn when you should get screened for the most common cancers. Health & wellness ### [Understand Your Cancer Risk](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/understand-your-cancer-risk) You can take some simple steps to lower your risk. Page ### [Preventive care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/preventive-care-guidelines) Stay up to date on your screenings. Find out when check ups, screenings and immunizations are recommended for your age group, then talk with your provider about what’s right for you.   ## Personalized cancer pain management care Receive care at Sutter, where providers create treatment plans to help reduce pain and improve daily life. 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