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CANCER CENTER SERVICES GUIDE 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 1 11/18/16 1:03 PM A Place of Hope and Healing Since 1999, the Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center at Martin Health has combined medical expertise with advanced technology for the most promising new treatments. We are able to provide cancer treatment services to patients and their families close to home. In 2015, for the fourth consecutive time, the Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center was awarded accreditation with a commendation by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons for a threeyear term. The cancer center also received the Commission on Cancer’s Outstanding Achievement Award for the second consecutive time, which was presented to a select group of only 47 accredited cancer programs for surveys performed in 2015. The award acknowledges cancer programs that achieve excellence in providing the highest quality care to cancer patients. Martin Health is one of only three cancer programs in Florida to earn Outstanding Achievement since 2013. Radiation Oncology The department of radiation oncology is an integral part of the most comprehensive cancer treatment program on the Treasure Coast. Our board-certified radiation oncologists partner with a team of highly trained professionals including medical physicists, medical dosimetrists, nationally certified oncology nurses, and radiologic technicians trained in radiography and therapeutics. In addition to being able to provide patients in our community with treatment for all types of cancers on our Varian linear accelerators, Martin Health System offers patients one of the most current and innovative medical technologies available today for radiation patients on the TrueBeam™. TrueBeam™ can deliver high doses of cancer fighting agents with accuracy in the fractions of millimeters narrowly targeting tumors and better able to avoid surrounding tissue and healthy organs. Treatment that once took 10-30 minutes can now be completed in less than two minutes. Martin Health offers patients the newest way of treating breast cancer through the use of Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT) where patients can be treated in as little as one day and not the 6-8 weeks of traditional radiation therapy. Patients are able to recover more quickly and return to normal life faster. 1 Robert & Carol Weissman Cancer Center 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 2 11/18/16 1:03 PM Center for Lung Health Led by Dennis Tishko, MD, FACS, a board certified thoracic surgeon dedicated solely to advanced cancer care and surgery, the Center for Lung Health is committed to a multidisciplinary approach to diagnose and treat cancers of the lung, chest and esophagus. Dr. Tishko pioneered a minimally invasive surgical technique – single incision videoassisted thoracoscopic surgery, or VATS – that uses the smallest and least invasive operation possible to address lung cancer. By using a single small incision, VATS extends surgical options to those not usually thought of as operative candidates and allows for less pain, quicker recovery, shorter hospital stay and increased patient satisfaction. A lung health navigator from the Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center is available to provide support and assist with the patient’s overall experience, from scheduling and referrals through survivorship. Most importantly, the navigator works proactively with patients and their families to ease the burden of arranging access to cancer care. Infusion Suite The infusion suite offers chemotherapy and medical infusion services performed by nationally certified oncology RNs with a clinical pharmacist on site. It is located on the third floor (Suite 302) of the Cancer Center and is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Patient comfort is our priority. To schedule an appointment, call 772.223.5922. Patient Resource Center and Community Outreach The patient resource center on the second floor of the Cancer Center is open to the public during normal business hours. Cancer patients, their families and members of the community are welcome to borrow books from the Cancer Center library or research cancer-related topics through the internet. Staff and volunteers from Martin Health’s Auxiliary are available to help and support your individualized needs. Our clinical social workers and nurse navigators provide additional support at no cost to those undergoing treatment. Community outreach programs, including cancer prevention and detection screenings, are held regularly. For more information on cancer forums, lectures or early detection screenings, call 772.223.5945, ext. 13704. 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 3 2 11/18/16 1:03 PM The American Cancer Society Cancer Resource Center is also located on the second floor of the Cancer Center. The CRC is available free of charge to anyone who has a need and provides access to ACS cancer information, donated items such as wigs, bras and turbans. Walk-ins are welcomed, but appointments are encouraged. Patient Service Center: 1.800.227.2345, or locally: 772.223.5945, ext. 12270. Medical Nutrition Therapy The outpatient nutrition program helps patients maintain optimal nutrition while undergoing treatment, at no cost to the patient or the patient’s health insurance. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during and after treatment, and getting enough of the proper nutrients, can be a challenge. A licensed clinical oncology dietitian can help you eat healthy, feel better and stay stronger. To schedule an appointment for an outpatient consultation with a dietitian, call 772.223.5945, ext. 13711. Oncology Rehabilitation Complete and comprehensive multi-faceted treatment approach to those who are at risk for, or who have, lymphedema is offered at Martin Rehabilitation Centers. The program is offered at many of our outpatient facilities and includes four components: exercise, skin care, compression, and manual lymphatic drainage. Treatment is individualized and based on patient needs and clinical assessment. A physician referral is needed for this program. For more information, fax a prescription to Martin Rehabilitation Centers scheduling at 772.781.2715. In addition, to further extend the continuum of care, patients may transfer from rehabilitation and/or treatment into our discounted self-pay cancer medical fitness program at any one of our health and fitness centers. Exercise often helps restore energy, and our fitness specialists will be there every step of the way to offer encouagement and instruction. A physician referral is needed for this program. For more information about the cancer medical fitness program, call Martin Health and Fitness at 772.223.4966. 3 Robert & Carol Weissman Cancer Center 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 4 11/18/16 1:03 PM Clinical Social Work Services A licensed clinical oncology social worker is an integral part of the health care team at the Cancer Center, collaborating with other disciplines to provide the team with an understanding of the patient’s individual situation. In addition, the social worker acknowledges the psychosocial and spiritual concerns of family members and respects each patient’s personal dignity by providing care focused on his or her specific needs. To contact the social worker, call 772.223.5945, ext. 13719. Oncology Patient Navigators Oncology patient navigators are clinical professionals who guide patients through the confusing process of diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. Our nurses and social workers on the navigator team serve as advocates, educators and supporters throughout the cancer journey to survivorship. In addition to providing facts about cancer treatment and what to expect, the navigators provide individuals with counseling, support and referrals to community resources. They can also assist with financial/insurance questions, transportation to appointments and other barriers or challenges that a person may experience. Patient navigation is an integral part of cancer care and the multi-disciplinary team. Often challenges arise during this already overwhelming experience and we are here to help. The patient navigator can also speak with a patient’s physician to clarify information, helping patients make informed decisions and eliminate any barriers that may keep them from receiving the health care they need and deserve. 4 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 5 11/18/16 1:03 PM Support Groups A general cancer support group is held regularly at the Cancer Center. Additional support groups include the Breast Cancer Support Group, Leukemia and Lymphoma Patient and Family Support Group, a Women with Lung Cancer Support Group, and Caregiver Support Group. The American Cancer Society’s Look Good, Feel Better Program is also held here. The Cancer Center also hosts an annual National Cancer Survivor’s Day celebration. Call 772.223.5945, ext. 13719 for more information. Genetic Testing Knowing your hereditary cancer risk may help you and your doctor make informed decisions for the prevention and early detection of breast, ovarian, colon cancer and melanoma. For more information call 772.288.5858, option 7. Philanthropy and Oncology Services For patients who are dealing with a cancer diagnosis, hope and peace of mind can be hard to find. Thankfully, at the Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center, we make it a priority to provide not just hope, but exceptional and award-winning services right here at home. The generous philanthropic support from the Treasure Coast community enables us to purchase state-of-the-art technology and recruit world-class physicians and specialists who save lives every day. Robert and Carol Weissman With gifts to the Martin Health Foundation, we are able to offer patient and caregiver support groups, social services and compassionate guidance through the complicated journey of cancer treatment and recovery. We could not do what we do without the benevolent contributions of our donors, and for that we are deeply grateful. To learn more about how gifts to the Foundation can transform the patient experience at Martin Health System, visit GIVEmhf.org. 5 Robert & Carol Weissman Cancer Center 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 6 11/18/16 1:03 PM Oncology Physicians Our specialty trained and multi-disciplinary team includes cancer surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, nurse navigators, clinical social workers, oncology dietician and other oncology support resources. They are focused on cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention while being dedicated to providing compassionate and progressive care. Physician Offices Hematology Oncology Assoc. of the Treasure Coast | Suite 303 772.223.5982 Michael S. Wertheim, MD Nicholas O. Iannotti, MD Paul M. Swanson, MD Heather Yeckes-Rodin, MD Seth D. Rosen, MD Stuart Oncology Associates | Suite 301 Prashant R. Patel, MD Alpana Desai, MD Martin Radiation Oncology Group | Suite 100 772.288.5890 Kiran Reddy, MD Jorge Castillo, MD Michael Burke, MD Center for Lung Health | Suite 201 Dennis Tishko, MD 772.223.5955 Marinely Cruz-Amy, MD Guillermo Abesada Terk, MD 772.288.LUNG (5864) Carrie Oscarson, ARNP 6 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 7 11/18/16 1:03 PM Where to Find Us M NT CE ER Department of Radiation Oncology* L CA DI MEstem IN h Sy RTHealt MAartin Robert & Carol Weissman Cancer Center 501 E Osceola St. Stuart, FL 34994 772.288.5858 (St. Lucie West) 1095 NW St. Lucie West Blvd. Suite 200 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 772.785.5588 Parking Parking is available in front of the Cancer Center. Additional, parking is available in the adjacent ground parking lot and in the parking garage with elevator access to all three floors of the Cancer Center. Quick Phone Guide Cancer Center Patient Resource Center Administration Infusion Breast Health Navigator Genetics Infusion Suite* Dietitian’s Office Radiation Oncology* Social Worker and Support Groups Lung Health Navigator Center for Lung Health* 772.288.5858 772.288.5858, opt. 2 772.288.5858, opt. 3 772.288.5858, opt. 5 772.288.5858, opt. 6 772.288.5858, opt. 7 772.223.5922 772.223.5945, ext. 13711 772.288.5890 772.223.5945, ext. 13719 772.223.5945, ext. 13789 772.288.LUNG (5864) martinhealth.org * A Martin Medical Center Facility. 31355 Cancer Center Service Access Guide BOOKLET FINAL.indd 8 31355-16 11/18/16 1:03 PM