This edition marks the end of the fourth year of publication of CDH Oncology. Many have asked me if this is a burden and sometimes it starts to feel that way. But I truly enjoy writing and I feel that I have learned much from having to review the articles and from trying to put the data into English and not doctorese . The sharing of knowledge and information should not stop at the doors of the Medical School but should continue to be a major part of our medical lives. I enjoy this little education and it actually turns out to be a major learning part of medical tool for me too.
All services focus on patients and their families.
Our services promise to be of the highest quality via our interdisciplinary team of cancer specialists. Through a combination of strong local providers, supportive services brought to the Cancer Care Program when possible, and by seamless coordinated referrals to appropriate settings when appropriate, we strive to meet the all-encompassing needs of cancer patients and their families in our hospital community. Information and Referral building on area resources and ensuring quality and timely referrals when appropriate. Advocacy as it relates to patient and family empowerment. Community Outreach promoting our program visibility, cancer awareness through educational programs, cancer screening programs, and support services.