Cancer Care
307.688.1900
The Cancer Center at Campbell County Memorial Hospital
Working together to provide quality cancer care to patients
in our region
from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up.
Comprehensive cancer care requires a team approach, treating
not only the disease but meeting the many needs of the patient
and their family.
Primary Care Physicians
Family Practice, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Orthopedics,
Pediatric physicians are usually the first ones involved
in a diagnosis of cancer.
Biopsy and Cancer Surgery
Board Certified Radiologists and Surgeons perform procedures
to identify and remove cancerous tissue.
Diagnostic Imaging
X-ray, CT Scanning, MRI, Ultrasound and Mammography are
important diagnostic tools in both cancer screening and
treatment.
Laboratory Tests and Pathology
The hospital laboratory performs tests for cancer markers
and health assessments during the treatment process, and
provide blood products for transfusion when necessary. Pathologists
confirm a cancer diagnosis and staging to track disease
progression.
Medical Oncology
A Medical Oncologist diagnoses and treats cancer with
chemotherapy, biological and other systemic therapies. Oncology
Certified Nurses provide chemotherapy and individualized
cancer care based on nationally recognized standards.
Radiation Oncology
A Radiation Oncologist diagnoses and treats cancer with
radiation therapy. The Radiation Therapist and other staff
carry out the prescribed treatment plan and provide supportive
care.
Pharmacy
Registered Pharmacists provide and prepare chemotherapy
and biological medications.
Nutrition Services
Registered Dietitians provide nutritional assessments
and support to improve the patient’s quality of life during
the course of their treatment.
Rehabilitation Services
Physical and occupational therapists provide mastectomy
rehabilitation, strengthening and restorative exercises
and massage therapy.
American Cancer Society/Cancer Information Center
ACS volunteers provide support, encouragement and information
related to cancer diagnosis, treatment and coping with cancer.
Social Services/Hospital Chaplain/Patient Accounting
These departments assist cancer patients with their financial,
social and family, and spiritual concerns.
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