A diagnosis of cancer is enough of a challenge without having to travel out of town or out of state for the best treatment. East Jefferson General Hospital's Regional Cancer Center offers the latest in diagnostic and treatment technology right here in your community.

The Regional Cancer Center is conveniently located in the Yenni Pavilion at the corner of Ithaca and Hudson streets at the rear of EJGH. Designated, reserved parking is available for patients just outside the center's front door. Inside is a pleasant and calming atmosphere staffed by healthcare professionals who understand the unique needs of patients with cancer.

Infusion Center
Patients undergoing outpatient chemotherapy receive their treatments in the Infusion Center, located on the second floor of the Yenni Pavilion. Outpatient treatment allows patients to continue their normal daily activities to the fullest extent possible.

Radiation Therapy
Like chemotherapy, radiation therapy is often done on an outpatient basis. The Regional Cancer Center offers the latest technology for pinpointing cancer and delivering the most effective dose of radiation to the tumor. Treatment options include Intensity Modulate Radiation Therapy (IMRT), which delivers precise amounts of radiation to the tumor while limiting radiation exposure to adjacent healthy tissue.

Inpatient Oncology
Comprehensive inpatient services are provided by a multidisciplinary team that includes medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, hematologists, immunologists and other specialists, along with trained oncology nurses. Specialists consult with each other and with other healthcare professionals to effectively treat each unique case.

Cancer Registry
The Cancer Registry maintains a computerized database of all EJGH patients diagnosed with or treated for cancer. This data allows the hospital to participate in patient care studies that will ultimately improve care for patients with cancer. The registry also holds weekly multidisciplinary meetings of physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss cases for the benefit of current and future oncology patients. Click here for the Cancer Registry Annual Report 2006.

Support
Bosom Buddies
This group is for women living with breast cancer. Meetings are the second Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Breast Care Center. Call (504) 883-8989 for more information.

Cancer Support Group
Anyone living with cancer, along with friends or family members, is invited to join this group. The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Yenni Pavilion. Call (504) 456-5000 for more information.

Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma Patient Support Group
Patients are invited to attend with friends or family members. Meetings are the first Monday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Yenni Pavilion. Call (504) 456-5000 for more information.

Look Good … Feel Better
This national program teaches women undergoing cancer therapy how to deal with appearance-related side effects. Call (504) 456-5000 for dates, times and locations.

Grief Support Group
The group is open to anyone who has lost a loved one to illness or other causes. Meetings are every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Call (504) 456-5000 for location.

Compassionate Friends
This group is for families coping with the loss of a child. Meetings are the second Monday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. in the hospital's Conference Center. Call (504) 887-4599 for more information.

Caregivers' Support Group
Sponsored by Elder Advantage, this group gives support and encouragement to those caring for a loved one. Meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Elder Advantage resource room. Call (504) 454-4066 for more information.