Helping You Stay Informed
Caring for those diagnosed with cancer means giving them the information they need to stay informed and remain empowered throughout the treatment experience. The Community Cancer Center staff is dedicated to listening to your needs and concerns and answering any questions you may have.
We also realize, from social media to TV shows featuring celebrity doctors, that misleading, poorly researched or medically discredited claims about the causes and treatment of cancer are all too common. The staff at CCC look to rigorous research performed by dedicated experts who are committed to the study and treatment of cancer and we encourage our patients and their families to do the same. We reference the below resources ourselves and recommend them to others looking to gain a trustworthy, scientific picture of the causes of the cancer and current care techniques.
Continuous Update Project (CUP) from the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute of Cancer Research is an ongoing program that analyses cancer prevention and survival related to diet, nutrition and exercise.
“How to Evaluate Health Information on the Internet” from the National Institute of Health.
Tumor Board
Individual patient diagnoses are reviewed by a local tumor board to plan the most effective approaches to care. This multidisciplinary approach gives patients access to a diverse team of cancer specialists, including pathologists, radiologists, surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, gynecologists, and urologists — with additional support from nurse navigators, social workers, palliative care specialists, and genetic counselors when appropriate.
When a patient’s case is presented at tumor board, the specialists explore all possible approaches to care and collaborate on a plan that best fits the patient’s diagnosis and individual needs. The team also considers clinical trial eligibility, complex medication needs, and the psychosocial factors that can affect a patient’s overall well-being and ability to tolerate treatment. This approach ensures each patient benefits from the perspectives and expertise of physicians and care professionals with broad experience in the care of cancer patients.