Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment

If you received a mesothelioma diagnosis, Massachusetts is home to some of the best cancer care centers in the nation. You can also pursue mesothelioma compensation to cover the costs of treatments and any other expenses. We can help you find Massachusetts doctors, cancer centers, and compensation options now.

Fact-Checked and Updated by: Jenna Tozzi, RN

Last updated: February 5, 2026

Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment Centers

There are many highly reputable cancer centers in Massachusetts that offer advanced and comprehensive mesothelioma treatments. View some of the best Massachusetts mesothelioma cancer centers in the state below.

Brigham and Women’s Hospital

75 Francis Street
Boston, MA 02115

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

450 Brookline Avenue
Boston, MA 02215

Mass General Cancer Center

55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114

Tufts Medical Center Cancer Center

800 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111

VA Boston Healthcare System

150 S Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02130

Massachusetts Mesothelioma Doctors

Massachusetts has many top mesothelioma doctors who specialize in key treatments like surgery, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.

Top mesothelioma specialists in Massachusetts include:

Dr. Elizabeth Baldini – Radiation oncologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Dr. David Barbie – Medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Raphael Bueno – Thoracic surgeon at
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Dr. Antonio Coppolino III – Thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Dr. Ibiayi Dagogo-Jack – Medical oncologist at Mass General Cancer Center
Dr. Kelly Fitzgerald – Radiation oncologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Dr. Narjust Florez — Medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Martin Goodman – Surgical oncologist at
Tufts Medical Center Cancer Center
Dr. Jonathan Greer – Surgical oncologist at Mass General Cancer Center
Dr. Hassan A. Khalil – Thoracic surgeon at Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Dr. David J. Kwiatkowski – Medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Nelya Melnitchouk – Surgical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Christopher Lathan – Medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Jamie Schneider – Medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Elad Sharon – Medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. John Charles Wain – Thoracic surgeon at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dr. Daniel C. Wiener – Thoracic surgeon at the VA Boston Healthcare System
Dr. Chi-Fu Jeffrey Yang – Thoracic surgeon at Mass General Cancer Center

Looking for a mesothelioma doctor in Massachusetts? Use our Free Doctor Match service to get in touch with specialists near you.

Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment Options

Massachusetts patients can access many mesothelioma treatments by working with experienced specialists.

Massachusetts mesothelioma treatment options include:

Surgery: Different types of mesothelioma surgery can remove tumors and help patients live longer. Factors like a patient’s cancer type, stage, and overall health affect which type of surgery, if any, they can receive.
Chemotherapy: This is medication that shrinks tumors and destroys cancer cells. Mesothelioma chemotherapy may be used as a patient’s main treatment or provided along with radiation and surgery.
Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy boosts the body’s natural immune response to destroy mesothelioma tumors.
Palliative care: Doctors can recommend palliative care to manage symptoms and make patients feel more comfortable. Types of palliative care include minor surgeries, pain management medication, and emotional support.
Radiation therapy: Beams of energy damage cancer cells’ DNA, preventing them from dividing. Radiation is typically used along with surgery and chemotherapy.
Clinical trials: These test emerging treatments that could potentially be more effective than standard ones. Patients can look into mesothelioma clinical trials near them by speaking with their doctor.

“If your doctor is not a professional and has not lived it and breathed it, get another oncologist. You need someone experienced — someone who’s going to fight for you and with you.”

– Mary Jane Williams, 15-year mesothelioma survivor

Mesothelioma Patient Care Teams in Massachusetts

Mesothelioma doctors in Massachusetts emphasize a multidisciplinary approach to treating mesothelioma, allowing patients to get comprehensive support.

Patients are supported by teams that include:

Medical oncologists
Nurses
Nutritionists
Palliative care specialists
Pathologists
Pulmonologists
Radiation oncologists
Social workers
Surgical oncologists
Thoracic surgeons

These professionals work together to:

Create a treatment plan that best suits each patient
Manage a patient’s symptoms through palliative care
Offer emotional support to patients and loved ones

Download our Free Checklist of Questions to Ask Your Doctor to explore which treatment options could work best for you and get the answers you need.

Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment Research and Clinical Trials

Massachusetts mesothelioma cancer centers are conducting pioneering research and clinical trials with the hope of finding more effective treatments.

Research centers in the state include:

Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center
International Mesothelioma Program
Tumor Imaging Metrics Core

These research centers are committed to furthering our understanding of mesothelioma and other cancers so patients can hopefully live longer.

Mesothelioma Clinical Trials in Massachusetts

Cancer hospitals in Massachusetts offer clinical trials that mesothelioma patients can join at no cost. These trials could give patients more treatment options if their cancer doesn’t respond to standard therapies.

Ongoing mesothelioma clinical trials in the state include:

A2B694 for Solid Tumors: This study is investigating A2B694, a type of CAR-T cell immunotherapy medication, for treating mesothelioma and other cancers that can’t be surgically removed due to tumor spread.
CTX131 for Relapsed or Refractory Tumors: In this trial, doctors will use a CAR-T cell therapy called CTX131 to help pleural mesothelioma patients who have experienced recurrence (where cancer comes back after treatment) or whose tumors didn’t respond to other therapies.
PRO1184 for Advanced Solid Tumors: Doctors are investigating a medication known as PRO1184 to treat mesothelioma and other types of locally advanced cancer.

Participating in these trials can provide patients access to cutting-edge treatments not available elsewhere.

Contact our Patient Advocates for help finding mesothelioma clinical trials in Massachusetts.

Scope of Asbestos-Related Diseases in Massachusetts

From 1999 to 2017, asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis contributed to 8,103 deaths in Massachusetts, according to the Environmental Working Group.

Massachusetts has a high incidence of asbestos-related diseases due to its history of asbestos use in industries like shipbuilding, construction, and manufacturing.

Job sites in the state that put workers at risk of asbestos exposure include:

Algonquin Gas in Freetown
Bethlehem Steel Shipyard in Boston
Coppus Engineering in Worcester
Dawson Brewery in New Bedford
Eastman Gelatine in Peabody
Edison Light & Power Station in Boston
Fore River Shipyard in Quincy
Harvard University in Boston
Johnson Asbestos in Springfield
United Light Company in Springfield

Thankfully, Massachusetts residents suffering from mesothelioma can pursue top treatments from experienced doctors and hospitals throughout the state.

Cost of Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment

Mesothelioma treatments can be incredibly expensive, costing over $400,000 a year. Insurance might not cover all of the costs.

Medical expenses may include:

Alternative treatments
Blood work & tests
Chemotherapy drugs
Health care copays
Imaging scans
Immunotherapy infusions
Overnight hospital stays
Radiation therapy
Surgeries

Outside of health care costs, you and your family must also factor in travel and lodging expenses if you don’t live close to a cancer center, basic living bills, and more.

Compensation for Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment

You and your family may qualify for mesothelioma compensation after a diagnosis to stay financially secure. Find out how to pursue payouts from trust fund claims, asbestos lawsuits, and veterans benefits below.

Mesothelioma Lawsuits

Massachusetts mesothelioma patients get compensation through lawsuits filed against manufacturers of asbestos-containing products. Mesothelioma lawsuits award $1 million or more on average, helping families cover the costs of cancer treatments and other expenses.

Our partner attorneys have secured over $176 million for Massachusetts mesothelioma victims to date.

$4 million for a U.S. Navy veteran in Marshfield
$1.99 million for a U.S. Marine veteran and machinist
$2.54 million for a farm worker in Granby
$2.49 million for a teacher in Gloucester
$2.84 million for the family of a construction worker
$2.19 million for a boiler mechanic in Tewksbury
$5.72 million for an engineer in Manchester

Get a Free Case Review now to learn if our partner attorneys can file a lawsuit to secure compensation for Massachusetts mesothelioma treatments.

Asbestos Trust Fund Claims

Massachusetts mesothelioma patients can also access compensation from asbestos trust funds. These trusts were established by bankrupt manufacturers of asbestos products so victims could cover expenses.

Did You Know?

More than $30 billion is available in asbestos trust funds, with many patients receiving their first payouts in 90 days or less.

You may qualify to file multiple trust fund claims, depending on which asbestos-containing products you were exposed to.

VA Benefits Claims

Many mesothelioma patients were exposed to asbestos while serving. Veterans with mesothelioma can apply for veterans benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) with our team’s help.

Mesothelioma VA benefits include disability compensation worth over $4,000 a month, free or low-cost treatments from top military doctors, pensions, and resources for surviving family members.

Get Help Finding Massachusetts Mesothelioma Treatment

If you or someone you love lives in Massachusetts and has mesothelioma, there is hope. Top doctors and cancer centers in the state can offer treatments to improve your survival and ease symptoms.

Mesothelioma Hope can connect you with Massachusetts mesothelioma treatments now.

Our team can also help you:

Better understand your diagnosis
Enroll in clinical trials to access new treatments
Join support groups and helpful resources
Pursue legal claims for asbestos compensation

Call (866) 608-8933 to speak with a Patient Advocate or get matched with a doctor now.

Written by:Jenna Tozzi, RN

Chief Patient Care Advisor

Jenna Tozzi, RN, is the Chief Patient Care Advisor for Mesothelioma Hope. With more than 15 years of experience as an adult and pediatric oncology nurse navigator, Jenna provides exceptional guidance and support to cancer patients and their loved ones. Jenna has been featured in Oncology Nursing News and is a member of the Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators & the American Nurses Association.

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