Scientists learn more every day about effective treatments for different types of cancer. As advances are made in treating the disease, new therapies are developed. By participating in National Cancer Institute (NCI) sponsored cooperative clinical trials such as Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG), Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG) and American College of Surgeons (ACOS) research groups, the Cancer Institute of New Mexico can offer patients the newest approaches to cancer care while providing them with the best current standard treatment.

Technology plays a pivotal role in effectively diagnosing and treating cancer. CINM will be the only facility in northern New Mexico to offer the latest imaging and radiation therapy equipment. This technology includes PET/CT fusion, which provides detailed images of anatomy and metabolic processes and is hailed as an important advance for the cancer diagnosis. Other state-of-the-art treatments that include Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) and new chemo regimens, will optimize treatment , and offer patients more and better treatment options.

In this facility the combination of clinical research, with it's access to promising chemotherapy drugs, state-of-the-art radiologic diagnostic imaging and the latest Radiation Therapy Techniques (IMRT), will provide access to the most comprehensive cancer care in Northern New Mexico.