Community Memorial Cancer Center

If you've been diagnosed with cancer, you can get the expert care and support you need through our newly expanded and enhanced cancer program, right here in Ventura.

Knowledge & Expertise

Our collaborative team includes medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists, surgeons, and pathologists. Our specialists are highly experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of the most common cancers.

Treatments & Technologies

Our Community Memorial Cancer Center houses a spacious, comfortable infusion suite and leading-edge radiation therapy. If surgery is needed, our surgeons excel at open, laparoscopic, and robot-assisted procedures.

Support & Education

Our Cancer Resource Center provides a wealth of services, including a Nurse Navigator to guide you through your cancer journey and social workers to help with financial assistance, home care, and more. The Center has a resource library and a wig and hat bank, and hosts free classes and support groups.

See our Chemotherapy Patient Guides in English and Spanish.



Our Services
  • Medical Oncology

    Community Memorial Medical Oncology focuses on diagnosing and treating adult cancers, using medications that work throughout the entire body. Our Board-Certified medical oncologists develop individualized treatment plans based on your cancer type, stage, and overall health. We use evidence-based therapies and a coordinated, team-based approach to support you throughout every step of care.

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  • Hematology Oncology

    Community Memorial Hematology Oncology focuses on diagnosing and treating cancers and conditions of the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system. Our specialists provide advanced therapies, careful monitoring, and individualized treatment plans for both malignant and benign blood disorders.

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  • Gynecologic Oncology

    Community Memorial Gynecologic Oncology specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of female pelvic cancers including tumors of the ovary, uterus, vagina, vulva, and placenta. Cancer treatment often involves a combination of therapies and this practice offers consultation to determine the right treatment combination of surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy. Surgical treatments encompass a full range of surgical techniques including minimally invasive, reconstructive, and fertility-sparing procedures.

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  • Infusion Therapy Center

    Our state-of-the-art Infusion Center allows comfortable, dedicated infusion close to home. Our Center includes a team of expert oncology nurses and physicians dedicated to supporting patients through every step of their treatment journey. We can provide you with a comprehensive treatment plan as well as the infusion, or we can take an existing plan and do your infusion at our center.

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  • Cancer Resource Center

    Community Memorial has long been committed to supporting cancer patients and their families, from diagnosis to recovery. Our Cancer Resource Center offers services, support, and educational opportunities for cancer patients, their families and caregivers, and our community at large. We offer these services at no cost, in a welcoming, non-hospital environment. Many of our classes are now available virtually.

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  • Classes & Support Groups

    The support of other cancer patients and survivors can have a significant impact on the healing process. We host a variety of educational classes and support groups. These are safe, private spaces for learning, sharing stories, and processing the many emotions that come with cancer diagnosis and treatment. We have in-person and virtual groups.

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Read, Listen & Learn

Learn more about Community Memorial Pharmacy.

  • The New Community Memorial Cancer Center

    Learn about the new infusion center and amenities with Program Director Tracie Funk and Dr. Karlos Oregel.

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  • Navigating the Cancer Journey

    Learn how Nurse Navigators guide cancer patients through the complexities of the healthcare system.

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  • Getting Your Mammogram: Your Guide to Breast Cancer Screening

    Get Insight to the Community Memorial Breast Center with Dr. Irene Dansby

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Community Memorial's Cancer Nurse Navigator Program

A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and scary. Suddenly, you have to schedule multiple appointments, learn about treatment options, and make important decisions that impact your long-term health and wellbeing. Where do you start?

It’s a lot to process, but at Community Memorial, patients and their families are not alone on their cancer journey – our Cancer Nurse Navigator is here to help. A Cancer Nurse Navigator is a registered nurse with special training and experience in cancer care who guides patients and their loved ones through every phase – from diagnosis and treatment to recovery and beyond.

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Meet Our Experts
From Our Cancer Library
  • A New Era at the Community Memorial Cancer Center
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  • Celebrating 20 Years of Robotic Surgery at Community Memorial Read More
  • Patient-Centered Care: The Palliative Approach Read More
  • A Prostate Primer

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