| Appointments may be made through your Drs. office or by self-referral by calling 419-330-2708 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 p.m. |
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| Staff |
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| Our Medical staff at the Rainbow Hematology /Oncology Treatment center include Medical Oncologists, Radiation Oncologists, and a Hematologist. Our Oncology nurses are all trained in chemotherapy administration, and we also offer a staff with a higher percentage of nationally certified Oncology nurses than any other clinic in the region. We can offer a closer nurse/patient relationship, as well as educational and informational programs for our patients and the community. There is a nurse on call after hours, on weekends, and holidays, to address patient or family concerns that may arise. |
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| We also have discharge planning, which is an ongoing process between the patient, family, nurse, and any other help that may be needed in the home setting. |
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| Clinical Trials |
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| The Rainbow Hematology/Oncology Treatment Center has been part of the National Cancer Institutes Research Programs since 1990. We offer patients participation in various national clinical trials that are available, and for those that qualify for participation in the protocol study. We have two nurse data managers on staff that are in charge of the protocols and screen patients for eligibility into these protocols. |
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| Treatment Facility |
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| Our new Treatment Room facility offers a wide variety of special features that include: |
- Lazy-boy type chairs with individual stereo system and TV for each chair
- Private treatment room with a bed (for those who cannot sit in the chairs)
- An easy access, private entrance
- Larger bathrooms that are wheelchair accessible
- Private interview rooms to discuss patient problems
- Snack area in treatment room for patients
- Large, private waiting room for patients and family
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Counseling Services - We provide counseling for nutrition, emotional and coping concerns, as well as end of treatment concerns. American Cancer Society Services on Site: "Look Good/Feel Better", Patient Navigator and Cancer Resource Center (Cancer information) American Cancer Society Programs by referral: “Reach to Recovery” and “Road to Recovery” Lymphedema Clinic - An outpatient clinic that includes specialists from nursing, physical therapy, and massage therapy who are trained to work together in treating patients with lymphedema. Prosthesis and Wig Bank - Available for patients who cannot afford to purchase their own.
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| Helpful Research Tools |
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| If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer you may have many question: Below are some help links to information about cancer: |
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| Toll-Free (1-800) Numbers And Internet Sites |
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| General Cancer Information |
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| Specific Cancer Resources |
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| BREAST CANCER |
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| KIDNEY |
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| LEUKEMIA |
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| LYMPHOMA |
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| OVARY |
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| PROSTATE |
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| PATIENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT |
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| ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLIMENTARY THERAPIES |
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| NUTRITION |
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| CLINICAL TRIALS |
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