--- title: "Kidney and Bladder Cancer Services at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter's comprehensive kidney and bladder cancer care include advanced treatments like surgery, immunotherapy and targeted therapies for personalized care." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-bladder-cancer" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Kidney and Bladder Cancer Services # Kidney and Bladder Cancer Our cancer specialists are at the forefront of kidney and bladder cancer care. Access innovative treatments, clinical trials and targeted care that are personalized to the genetic makeup of your disease. [Find a Doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Cancer+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a Referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why Choose Sutter? Our comprehensive cancer centers provide diagnostic and treatment services for bladder and kidney cancer. At Sutter, [cancer patient navigators](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-patient-navigators?sc_site=SutterHealth&sc_lang=en) are available to guide you through appointments and answer your questions. We also offer financial, nutritional and psychological counseling, fitness classes, social workers, support groups and survivorship programs. When you turn to Sutter for kidney and bladder cancer care, you'll receive top-tier treatment from one of the nation's Cancer Programs of Excellence, as recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review. Our cancer centers have also earned accreditation from the American College of Surgeons for providing comprehensive cancer care, from surgery to support groups. ## 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. ### 17,000+ People entrust Sutter with their newly diagnosed cancer care each year. ## 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 - Adenocarcinoma - [Bladder cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-bladder-cancer) - [Kidney cancer](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-bladder-cancer) - Squamous Cell Carcinoma - Transitional cell carcinoma ## Diagnostics - CT scan - Cystoscopy - Intravenous Pyelogram (IVP) - Kidney function tests - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - PET scan - Renal biopsy - Ultrasound - Urinalysis - Urine cytology ## Treatments - Biotherapy - [Cancer rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-rehabilitation) - Chemotherapy - Cryoablation of Renal Tumors - Cystectomy - External beam radiation therapy (EBRT) - Nephrectomy - Nephroureterectomy - [Radiation Oncology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/radiation-oncology) - Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) - Stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) - Surgical oncology - Targeted therapy - Urinary Diversion Surgery ## Related services - [Cancer case conferences](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-case-conference) - [Cancer pain management](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-pain-management) - [Cancer patient navigators](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-patient-navigators) - [Cancer rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-rehabilitation) - [Cancer special services and support](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/cancer-special-services-support) - [Kidney disease and nephrology](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-disease-nephrology) - [Kidney transplant services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/kidney-transplant) ![scientist-in-lab-600x300](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/scientist-in-lab-600x3001.jpg?h=300&iar=0&w=600) ## Urinary Tract Cancer Research Our investigators perform urinary tract cancer research 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%22Urinary+Tract+Cancer%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=clinical_trial) ![scientist-in-lab-600x300](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/medical-doctors/scientist-in-lab-600x3001.jpg?h=300&iar=0&w=600) ![thoughtful-female-cancer-patient](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/thoughtful-female-cancer-patient.jpg?h=483&iar=0&w=724) ## Predict Cancer Through Genetics If you have cancer or a family history of cancer, consider genetic counseling and testing with trusted professionals at Sutter. [Explore Genetic Counseling](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/genetic-testing-counseling) ## Sutter’s Picks 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.   ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Minimally Invasive Surgery Helps Active Grammy ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/minimally-invasive-surgery-helps-active-grammy-1042868062) - [Patient story ### How Blue Light Cystoscopy Helped Beat Bladder Cancer ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/how-blue-light-cystoscopy-helped-beat-bladder-cancer-2023453237) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Find a Doctor Find your Sutter Health doctor. 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