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900 Hospital Drive l Madisonville, KY l 270.825.5800 BaptistHealthMadisonville.com We’ve found that the best approach to cancer care is a team approach. We’re united in patient care. Ali Kanbar, MD Hematologist/Oncologist Satish Shah, MD Radiation Oncologist Tracy Hagan, MSN, RN, ACONP Oncology Nurse Practitioner 270.825.5800 800.295.6247 900 Hospital Drive l Madisonville, KY BaptistHealthMadisonville.com A diagnosis of cancer can release a flood of emotions, concerns and questions. In fact, a person does not have to have cancer to be affected by it. Offering support and answering questions for patients and family members can sometimes be just as important as treating the disease. Cancer care at the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center means meeting those needs as well as staying at the forefront of cancer research and education. Since 1985, the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center has provided state-of-the-art cancer care in a compassionate environment. Now a part of the Baptist Health Cancer Network, our cancer center joins a system that cares for the largest number of new cancer cases treated at any facility in Kentucky. Providing total cancer care for patients at the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center takes a team approach from physicians, oncology nurses, nutritional therapists, radiation therapists, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, chaplains and many other highly trained professionals to answer patients’ questions and concerns. Having the latest information available not only helps physicians diagnose and treat cancer more effectively, it helps patients and families understand what they are about to face together. At the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center, patients can receive all their outpatient care in one setting, including physician practice, Chemotherapy and Infusion Services, Radiation Therapy, lab work, and imaging services all under one roof. Our cancer program is deeply committed to not only treating cancer, but also preventing cancer by educating the public about the disease. This includes improving access to medical care, creating education and screening programs, and establishing partnerships with communities. Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center 3 Cancer Care Center Accreditation The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons has granted Three-Year Approval with Commendation to the Cancer Program at Baptist Health Madisonville. The Cancer Program at Baptist Health Madisonville is the longest continuous approval for a Community Hospital ACoS program in the state of KY with its first approval in 1976. Receiving care at a CoC-approved cancer program ensures that a patient will have access to: l l omprehensive care, including a range of state-of-the art services C and equipment multispecialty, team approach to coordinate the best treatment A options l Information about ongoing clinical trials and new treatment options l Access to cancer-related information, education, and support l cancer registry that collects data on type and stage of cancers and A treatment results and offers lifelong patient follow-up l Ongoing monitoring and improvement of care l And, most important, quality care close to home For more information about the Commission on Cancer, visit www.facs.org/cancer/index.html. 4BaptistHealthMadisonville.com Clinical Services Imaging: State-of-the art Imaging Services are available adjacent to the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center, which creates convenience for our patients. Services include: l l l l l et/CT P MRI/Breast MRI Digital Mammography Stereotactic Breast Biopsy Ultrasound Biopsy Radiation Therapy: The Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center includes an experienced and dedicated team trained in providing radiation treatment to cancer patients with compassionate care. Before a patient’s first treatment, the Radiation Oncologist meets with the patient to determine what kind of radiation will be most effective. Radiation therapy treatments are delivered in our facility using the latest equipment. Radiation Services include: Linear Accelerators — The Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center has two linear accelerators - a Siemens Oncor and a Varian 21EX. Linear accelerators are used to deliver high intensity X-Ray treatments or high energy electron treatments to the tumor. This treatment utilizes a set of sliding strips of metal called a Multileaf Collimator to protect healthy, noncancerous tissue while maximizing the radiation dose delivered. edicated CT Simulator — A dedicated CT scanner allows the physician D to accurately direct the radiation treatments. Simulation helps the Radiation Oncologist determine the patient’s treatment portal -- the exact place on the body through which the treatments will be aimed. During the simulation process, patients are asked to lie very still on a table while the dosimetrist uses a special X-ray machine called a treatment simulator. Simulation can take anywhere from half an hour to two hours to complete. Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center 5 Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy — This noninvasive procedure allows for pinpoint delivery of radiation therapy, resulting in better tumor control and spares the healthy tissue from the radiation dose. Better control results in less damage to healthy tissues and organs surrounding the tumor, increasing a patient’s chance of a better quality of life. IMRT focuses ionizing radiation on a malignant tumor in a way that spares surrounding healthy tissue. Because of the longer treatment time and involved planning procedures, this treatment is not for everyone. For those who are good candidates for IMRT treatment, it can decrease side effects and increase the amount of dose delivered safely. Low Dose Brachytherapy — Radioactive sources are inserted in or around the cancerous tissues. This treatment option is used to treat gynecological cancers as well as some lung cancers. The sources are left in place for the amount of time determined by the Radiation Oncologist and Physicist to be most effective. This invasive procedure allows for treating the tumor from the inside-out as opposed to the external radiation produced by linear accelerator treatments. Medical Oncology: The Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center Medical Oncology department provides physician services and chemotherapy infusion. Patients receive their needed lab and X-rays, see their physician and receive their chemotherapy treatments, sometimes even on the same day. Patients are our focus, and we strive to meet each patient’s individual needs. Chemotherapy: Our Registered Nurses are specially trained in the most current chemotherapy agents and regimens. They act as patient advocates by providing information regarding the disease and educating on the chemo process. Certified RNs, most with the National Certification by the Oncology Nursing Society, provide treatment follow-up to assess the patient’s chemo process. These nurses also act as patient advocates and liaisons to the providers. Infusion Services: Infusion Services are available for a wide array of needs including, but not limited to: l l l l hemotherapy C Biotherapy Blood Transfusion IV Antibiotics The Outpatient Infusion Center at the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center also is dedicated to meeting the needs of non cancer patients from a variety of medical settings who require infusion services including: l l l l l l I njections IV fluid administration IV antibiotic administration Blood and blood product transfusions Blood draws from implanted venous access devices and PICC lines. IV Medications for Crohns Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoporosis, and many other indications Nurses are available Monday through Friday starting at 8 a.m., to help patients. We extend our infusion services to the 4th floor of the hospital for those who may not be able to get their treatment in the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center, including treatments needed after hours and on weekends. Clinical Trials: The Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center currently follows approximately 60 patients who are enrolled in clinical trials through the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group, or Radiation Therapy Oncology Group. A dedicated research associate follows all patients entered on clinical trials to ensure that all requirements are met. Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center 7 Cancer Registry: The Cancer Registry is a computerized database that is connected to the Kentucky Cancer Registry system, a statewide system for collection of cancer data. All cancer cases diagnosed at Baptist Health are entered into the database. The team of physicians, nurses and other cancer care providers regularly meet in Multidisciplinary Cancer Conferences to discuss best treatment options for their patients. Supportive Care: A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating for both the patient and his or her family. Family roles may suddenly change. Underlying problems may come to the forefront. Supportive care can offer an outlet for these worries and can help aid in treatment. Patient Navigation — A cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and, for many, having comprehensive information and answers to questions is the first step in moving beyond diagnosis to treatment. Often, just knowing what to expect during hospitalization and throughout home recovery can make the journey a little easier. The Nurse Navigator coordinates care with a Patient Navigator Liaison, Social Worker, and others to assist in getting care started quickly; and adds a personal touch to the process, helping guide patients on a one-on-one basis through the journey from diagnosis to treatment. The Nurse Navigator is a specially trained nurse who helps coordinate various tests and appointments with physicians, and serves as a resource for education and support throughout the diagnostic and treatment process. The idea is to extend a helping hand to patients who may be feeling overwhelmed. The goal is to successfully guide them through the system, be a resource to patients, let them know what to expect during hospitalization and treatment, and guide them to survivorship. Psychosocial Care — Baptist Health employs a full-time chaplain who oversees the spiritual care of our patients. The Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center also is fortunate to have dedicated volunteer chaplains and spiritual counselors who provide services to our patients exclusively. Social Workers are available to assist patients and families with social needs. Case Managers are available to meet the various needs the patients may have and work closely with the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center Patient Navigator Liaison and Nurse Navigator to assist with needed resources. 8BaptistHealthMadisonville.com Nutritional Care — Nutrition plays a very important role in the fight against cancer. For this reason, a registered dietitian is available to all Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center patients. The Shelly Coffman Patient Resource Center is a free resource available to cancer patients. This area of the cancer center was made possible with donations made in memory of former patient Shelly Coffman. Mrs. Coffman passed away from lung cancer in 2008. She was a school teacher in the Hopkins County School System, the Providence School System, and a sponsor/leader of Olympics of the Mind. The center provides: l l l l ccess to the Internet – we have bookmarked Web sites related to A cancer care and resources to help patients research their disease and treatment. ooks and educational brochures – we have multiple copies of books B and brochures. Patients and family may sit and read them in the library or feel free to take them home and return them at their next appointment. igs – we are pleased to provide easy-to-style wigs for cancer W patients free of charge. The wigs are supplied to the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center from various donors. Students from the local beauty college volunteer their time to wash and style the wigs. Turbans also are available. ras and other prosthetics – prostheses and accessories can be B expensive. We have many of these items at our center for patients to borrow as needed. American Cancer Society — The Baptist Health Cancer Program collaborates with the American Cancer Society providing patients with additional access to supportive care. At the time of diagnosis, through the course of treatment, and even after treatment is done, individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers have a wide range of needs. The American Cancer Society understands these needs and offers information, support, and resource referrals to cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers during their cancer experience. Help is available 24 hours a day by calling 1.800.227.2345. Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center 9 Upon referral, the ACS will send a specific packet of information on a cancer diagnosis, which includes booklets about treatment and answers to common questions, as well as available resources. ACS provides patients with vital information for understanding their cancer, managing their lives through treatment and recovery, and finding the emotional support they need. The Look Good Feel Better program is a community-based, free, national service that teaches female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Volunteer beauty professionals lead small groups, usually consisting of six to 10 women, through practical, handson experience. Women learn about makeup techniques, skincare, nail care, and options related to hair loss such as wigs, turbans, and scarves. Each group program participant receives a free kit of cosmetics for use during and after the workshop. Reach to Recovery is a one-on-one support program for breast cancer patients. Volunteers are at least one-year post treatment and are trained by the American Cancer Society. These volunteers provide support to breast cancer patients throughout treatment and are matched to the patient by age and surgery type. A pillow and kit of information are provided specific to the patients’ surgery type. Road to Recovery is an American Cancer Society program that provides cancer patients with free transportation to and from medical facilities for treatment. Volunteer drivers help keep them on their regular treatment schedule. Clinical Trial Matching Services — The American Cancer Society Clinical Trials Matching Service helps patients, their families, and health care workers find cancer clinical trials most appropriate to a patient’s medical and personal situation. They are also able to identify and help remove barriers that prevent patients from participating in clinical trials. Kentucky Cancer Program — The Kentucky Cancer Program partners with the Merle M. Mahr Cancer Center to provide prevention and early detection services and support to the community and patients. Joan Lang serves as the community outreach coordinator to the cancer committee and participates in studies to better understand the 10BaptistHealthMadisonville.com nature of cancer in our area. KCP furnishes staffing, public awareness and educational materials to screenings and produces the Pathfinder resource for patients. Support Groups: The General Cancer Support Group meets the first Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m., at the First Christian Church in Madisonville. Grief Camps for Children — Camp Butterfly is an annual grief camp for children ages 5-13 years who have lost a loved one. It is held each September at the Baptist Health Hospice house. Camp Butterfly is an opportunity for these children to see that loss touches people in all walks of life. The camp is staffed by hospice staff, trained volunteers as well as social workers and counselors. Throughout the day there are sessions on feelings associated with loss and fun activities planned. The day is finished off with a memorial service and a butterfly release. 270.825.5800 800.295.6247 900 Hospital Drive l Madisonville, KY BaptistHealthMadisonville.com