Cancer Care & Medical Oncology in Bozeman, MT

Access to cancer care matters - especially in communities where long-distance travel can add stress to an already difficult diagnosis. For patients in southwest Montana, receiving cancer care close to home can bring comfort and reassurance during an inherently challenging time.

At Billings Clinic Bozeman, local patients and those from surrounding communities have access to medical oncology care and will soon have access to infusion therapy in a setting designed to be both advanced and personal.

Infusion Therapy

Beginning this spring, infusion services will be available at Billings Clinic Bozeman, where nurses specially trained in oncology care will guide patients through each visit. From managing side effects to answering questions and offering reassurance, the team provides expert support in a welcoming environment. Patients are greeted by name and cared for by professionals who understand both the medical needs and everyday realities of living with cancer, helping make each visit as comfortable and focused on healing as possible.

Medications are often delivered over weeks or months. These medications include:

• Chemotherapy
• Immunotherapy
• Targeted therapies
• Supportive medications 

Access to these treatments close to home allows patients to remain near family, maintain daily routines when possible, and focus their energy on what matters most — healing.

Local Cancer Care Resources and Expertise

Patients in Bozeman and surrounding communities benefit from the full range of resources and expertise offered by Billings Clinic. Shenthol Sasankan, MD, a board-certified medical oncologist based in Billings, works closely with the Bozeman team, while Nathaniel McVey, PA-C, travels to Bozeman twice per month. Lesley Pipkins, PA-C, also provides care in Bozeman, ensuring patients have consistent access to physician-led oncology care and advanced practice support close to home.

“Our goal is to provide the same high standard of oncology care patients would expect in a larger medical center, while delivering it in a setting that feels accessible and supportive,” says Levi Anderson, Director of Clinics, Gallatin Valley. “When patients can receive both provider visits and infusion treatments in their own communities, it reduces stress and helps them stay focused on treatment.”

This coordinated and collaborative approach to care reflects a commitment to supporting patients where they live. When additional consultation, imaging, or other services are needed, the team works together to make those connections as smooth as possible, helping patients feel supported and cared for throughout their treatment journey.

Cancer awareness is highlighted nationally throughout the year, but the need for accessible, compassionate treatment is constant. As Bozeman continues to grow, strong local oncology and infusion services remain an essential part of supporting the health and resilience of southwest Montana — helping ensure that when a cancer diagnosis comes, expert care is close to home.