Angiogram (Heart Catheterization)

Also called an "arteriogram" or "heart catheterization," an angiogram is an x-ray of the arteries and veins to detect blockage or narrowing of the vessels.

Anti-Nausea Treatments

Treatments to address nausea associated with chemotherapy or other procedures.

Biological Therapy for Cancer Treatment

Biological therapy (also called immunotherapy, biological response modifier therapy or biotherapy) uses the body's immune system to fight cancer. The cells, antibodies and organs of the immune system work to protect and defend the body against foreign invaders, such as bacteria or viruses.

Biopsy

A biopsy is a procedure in which tissue samples are removed (with a needle or during surgery) from the body for examination under a microscope; to determine if cancer or other abnormal cells are present.

Bone Density Testing (DEXA Scan)

A bone density test, or DEXA Scan,  is a noninvasive, evaluation procedure that uses x-rays to measure bone mass or the weight of the skeleton. The amount of bone in the skeleton determines how strong it is. Bone densitometry is often used to measure bone mass in the spine, hips and arms, as these are the areas most likely to fracture when bone mass is low.

Breast Care Center

The Breast Care Center strives to increase awareness about breast cancer through education and early detection. The Breast Care Center also offers breast health programs to the community and businesses free of charge.

Cancer Clinical Research Trials

Research studies that involve patient volunteers to find different ways to treat cancer. Each study is designed to answer specific scientific questions and to find potentially better ways to prevent, diagnose, or treat cancer.

Cancer Resource Library

The Cancer Resource Library offers books, videotapes, audiotapes, articles and pamphlets on various topics related to cancer including medical, emotional, inspirational, nutrition, and child and parent issues. The library is equipped with computers and internet access. All materials may be checked out for up to three weeks.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy (also called systemic treatment) is the use of anticancer drugs to treat cancerous cells. In most cases, chemotherapy works by interfering with the cancer cell’s ability to grow or reproduce. Different groups of chemotherapy drugs work in different ways to fight cancer cells.

Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is  a procedure that allows the physician to view the entire length of the large intestine and can often help identify abnormal growths, inflamed tissue, ulcers and bleeding. It involves inserting a colonoscope, a long, flexible, lighted tube, in through the rectum, up into the colon. The colonoscope allows the physician to see the lining of the colon, remove tissue for further examination and possibly treat some problems that are detected.

Colostomy/Ilestomy

A colostomy or ilestomy is performed when the large intestine, rectum, or anus is unable to function normally or needs rest from normal functions. This procedure can be performed using laparoscopic surgery. Laparoscopic surgery uses a thin, telescope-like instrument called a laparoscope, which is inserted through a small incision at the belly button. The laparoscope is connected to a tiny video camera which projects a view of the operative site onto video monitors located in the operating room.

da Vinci Robotic Prostate Surgery

This procedure incorporates a state-of-the-art robotic surgical system that helps your surgeon see vital anatomical structures more clearly and to perform a more precise surgical procedure through small incisions. For most patients this procedure offers substantially less pain and a much shorter recovery period.

The surgeon performs the operation by manipulating long hand-held surgical instruments inserted into the abdomen through small incisions.

Full-Body Skin Cancer Exam

A dermatologist conducts a full-body exam of the skin to check for abnormalities that are, or could become, cancerous.

Health Library

The full-service Health Library has a librarian that can assist you in searching for trusted health information through the most up-to-date journals, texts and databases available today.  

Health Screenings

Health screenings are an important part of preventative health care. They can help ensure that common, serious diseases and conditions are detected and treated.

Hormonal Therapy for Cancer Treatment

Hormones are chemicals produced by glands, such as the ovaries and testicles. Hormones help some types of cancer cells to grow, such as breast cancer and prostate cancer. In other cases, hormones can kill cancer cells, make cancer cells grow more slowly, or stop them from growing. Hormone therapy as a cancer treatment may involve taking medications that interfere with the activity of the hormone or stop the production of the hormones. Hormone therapy may involve surgically removing a gland that is producing the hormones.

Lung Cancer Support Group

A support group open to adults, family and friends (18 and older) with a lung cancer diagnosis.

Mammogram

A form of x-ray of the breast that can identify tissue abnormalities, including cancerous growths. Mammograms can detect breast cancer as much as two years before a lump can be felt.

Mastectomy

A mastectomy is surgery to remove portions or all of the breast.

Nutrition Counseling for Cancer Patients

Nutrition services for cancer survivors with expert advice from a dietitian with special training in oncology.

Nutrition Planning

Nutrition services offer an opportunity to receive expert advice from a dietitian. A diet analysis and consultation will benefit you whether you are looking to control weight loss or gain, implement a health eating pattern, or looking for a plan to assist in the prevention of disease.

Ovarian Cancer Support Group

This support group is open to adults, family and friends (18 and older) with a ovarian cancer diagnosis.

Prostate Cancer Support Group

This support group is open to adults, family and friends (18 and older) with a prostate cancer diagnosis.

Prostatectomy

A prostatectomy is a surgical procedure for the partial or complete removal of the prostate.

Radiation Therapy for Cancer

Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. External radiation by an x-ray machine sends the x-ray through the skin. Internal radiation puts radioisotopes into the body through thin plastic tubes.

Screening Mammogram

A screening mammogram is an x-ray of the breast used to detect breast changes in women who have no signs of breast cancer.