Physicians at Robinson Memorial Hospital utilize chemotherapy, biological agents, radiation therapy, surgery and hormones to help patients fight cancer. Patients are also considered for clinical trials and experimental treatments that can supplement their care. Robinson Memorial Hospital patients have the advantage of a full-range of imaging equipment to help physicians spot cancer early. The hospital's pathology group also tests all biopsies in-house and gets results back quickly.
Robinson provides both inpatient and outpatient cancer care. We have 21 beds dedicated to serving the medical needs of acute care oncology patients. We also have beds specifically for the care of hospice patients needing either short term care or terminal care. Our Convenient Care area is specially designed for outpatient treatments, such as laboratory draws, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, blood transfusions and specialized treatments. Radiation therapy is provided on site at the Robinson Radiation Oncology Center operated by Akron General Medical Center.
Advanced Treatments and Procedures Robinson's oncologists utilize the Physician Data Query system to ensure that local patients receive the latest treatments and procedures available in the country. Our doctors closely monitor patients to assess whether they could be candidates for a number of clinical trials or test groups. If a patient's medical condition meets the criteria for a trial taking place anywhere in the United States, the patient may be able to test a new procedure, drug or other treatment that is not yet available for wide use. Our physicians and nurses work closely with patients to help determine whether a trial is appropriate.
A team of specialists At Robinson Memorial Hospital, you can rely on a variety of specialists dedicated to your care, including medical and radiation oncologists, surgeons, pathologists and radiologists. That team includes a core group of medical professionals dedicated solely to cancer treatment and research. All of Robinson Memorial Hospital's oncology nurses receive special education and training to care for cancer patients and their families. Many have gone the extra mile to earn national certification for oncology nursing. An oncology clinical nurse specialist works closely with staff and patients to provide comprehensive cancer care, education and follow-up. Robinson Memorial Hospital's team also includes a cancer committee whose mission is to ensure that Portage County's cancer patients receive high quality care. Through the committee, Robinson has affiliations with several national organizations, such as the American College of Surgeons, American Cancer Society and the National Tumor Registry, to improve cancer education, diagnosis and treatment outcomes and to provide continuing education for our staff. Robinson Memorial Hospital staff represent a number of regional organizations and programs, including the Northern Ohio Cancer Resource Center, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and the Quality Assurance Committee of the Cuyahoga County Health Care Council.
Helping You Cope with Cancer At Robinson Memorial Hospital, we realize that cancer affects more than the physical self. That's why we take a holistic approach to cancer care - treating mind, body and spirit. We offer a number of programs that provide psychological and social support for cancer patients and their families. We've developed a number of support groups and services including a Mastectomy Patient Education Task Force that helps women deal with breast removal before and after surgery. In addition, many patients participate in programs of the American Cancer Society, such as "Look Good...Feel Better," which helps women recieving cancer treatment with wigs and makeup. Several support groups are also available through Robinson Visiting Nurse and Hospice, including an annual retreat for women, a cancer grief support group, a weekend camp for grieving children and supoort for families during the holidays. Robinson Memorial Hospital also has a free, public Community Health Library that can help you research any recent diagnosis or find information about wellness and prevention. For more information on cancer services, cancer support programs or how to find a doctor, please call (330) 297-2581. The cancer program at Robinson Memorial Hospital is accredited by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons.
Cancer Statistics & Reports
Patient story: "I've been cancer free long enough to become a granddad"
|
