New Patient Orientation Services/Cancer/cancerguide.pdf · every treatment session. This technology is integrated with automated repositioning features allowing radiation therapists

New Patient Orientation

ROPER ST. FRANCIS HEALTHCARE

The Roper St. Francis Cancer Center is atthe forefront in the fight against cancer. As aregional leader in cancer care, ourmultidisciplinary team of experts, includingboard certified medical, surgical andradiation oncologists, and oncology certifiednurses and social workers, combine with theuse of the most advanced cancer fightingtechnology available with highlypersonalized, compassionate care.

Because effective treatment begins withexpert diagnosis, the Cancer Centercontinually invests in diagnostic technologyupgrades. Our new Positron EmissionTomography – Computed Tomography(PET/CT) Discovery STE system can revealthe extent of the disease by differentiatingbetween cancerous and non-canceroustissues, and pinpoint exact tumor locationso optimal treatment decisions can be made.In addition to digital mammography, ourBreast Care Center offers Breast MagneticResonance Imaging (MRI) with CADStream, a sophisticated imaging technologythat clearly reveals lesions and tumorparameters, which translates to more precisetreatment and better outcomes.

The Roper St. Francis Cancer Center offersthe latest technologies in radiation therapyand medical oncology as well. We are proudto be the first in the region to offer the da Vinci Surgical Robot, which uses robotictechnology to enhance the precision ofcertain surgical procedures with a minimallyinvasive approach. This yields a lower riskfor complications and a quicker return tonormal activities. The CyberKnife, abreakthrough technology designed to treat

A Message from Our Leadership

Scott Broome & Dr. David Ellison


otherwise inoperable tumors, was unveiledat Roper Hospital in January of 2008. Asthe only CyberKnife device in SouthCarolina, patients throughout the regionnow have access to this lifesaving treatmentcloser to home. Our new Varian Clinac21iX Linear Accelerator delivers state-of-the-art Image Guided Radiation Therapy(IGRT), targeting tumors with increasedaccuracy and precision. Similarly, Roper St.Francis medical oncologists are successfullyusing genetic testing and targeted therapiesto offer chemotherapy treatments that aremore effective with less toxicity and fewerside effects.

We also recognize the broader responsibilityto lessen the burden of cancer in ourcommunity. Several community-basedprograms related to screening, preventionand early diagnosis are offered on a regularbasis, as well as a variety of patient andsurvivor support groups. We partner withthe American Cancer Society for innovativeprograms addressing quality of life issuessuch as our I Can Cope program for cancerpatients and their loved ones, or LookGood...Feel Better, a program to help womenoffset appearance related changes fromcancer treatment. Expressions of Healing, aunique Roper St. Francis program hashelped hundreds deal with cancer’semotional toll by enabling them to expresstheir feelings through poetry and art.

Our three-year Accreditation withCommendation by the American College ofSurgeons (ACoS) Commission on Cancer,awarded in 2005, underscores our highstandards and record of excellence. Only 25

percent of all hospitals providing cancer carein the United States achieve accreditation bythe Commission on Cancer, with an evensmaller subset awarded accreditation withCommendation. This elite status is reservedfor programs that not only have acomprehensive cancer program, but are bestable to make those components function insynchrony for the benefit of cancer patients.Simply put, this level of achievement is atestimony to the expertise and dedication ofour team.

With ongoing clinical research, promisingnew technologies, determined physiciansand visionary leaders, the Roper St. FrancisCancer Center continues to make headwayagainst cancer. We are proud of the care weprovide, and excited about newopportunities to help more patients andfamilies live the life that they and weenvision – free from the fear of cancer.

David Ellison, MDMedical DirectorCancer Committee Chairman

Scott Broome, FACHEDirector, Oncology Services

Support Team


Elizabeth McCaleb, MSW, OSW-COncology Social Worker (843) 724-2794Elizabeth is a board certified OncologySocial Worker with over 16 years ofexperience in healthcare. In addition, she isa member of the Association of OncologySocial Workers and the NationalAssociation of Social Workers. Elizabethoptimizes the patient and family’s problemsolving abilities and coping skills as theyencounter different stages of the cancerexperience. Elizabeth works together withKelly Weeks, the Cancer Center’s ACSPatient Resource Navigator.

Kelly WeeksACS Patient Resource Navigator (843) 724-2849Kelly meets with newly diagnosed patientsto identify individual needs and connectthem with resources available through theRoper St. Francis Cancer Center and theAmerican Cancer Society. She routinelyaddresses such needs as general cancereducation, financial and insurance assistance,transportation to treatment, nutritionalcounseling and support group options.

Jody McCrain5 South Oncology Inpatient Case Manager (843) 724-2497Jody is the Inpatient Case Manager forOncology and has nearly 10 years ofhospital case management and social workexperience. Jody meets with every patientand family that is admitted to 5-South andassesses individual needs. She is responsiblefor various aspects of care management andworks closely with other departments andphysicians. In addition, she assists patientswith discharge planning needs, resourcesand community referrals. Jody worksclosely with Elizabeth McCaleb and KellyWeeks in providing exceptional support toour Oncology patients and their families.

Wynde Limehouse, RN, OCNClinical Manager, Outpatient Oncology &Oncology Research (843) 724-2818Wynde is an Oncology Certified Nursewith over 14 years of healthcareexperience, all of which have been spent atthe Roper St. Francis Cancer Center. Shecurrently oversees Outpatient Infusion atRoper and St. Francis Hospitals and worksclosely with the Manager of InpatientOncology to ensure continuity of care forall cancer patients. As Manager ofOncology Research, Wynde works withher staff to offer our cancer patients theopportunity to participate in clinical trials.

Catherine Meza, RN, BSN, OCNClinical Manager, 5 SouthInpatient Oncology(843) 724-2398Catherine is the Clinical Manager of 5 South, Roper’s 22-bed inpatientoncology and hematology unit. In 2004,Catherine began her nursing career as a5 South staff nurse where she remained forthree years before moving over to theCancer Center’s Oncology Researchdepartment. She is an Oncology CertifiedNurse and a member of the NationalOncology Nursing Society.

Support Team


Jacqueline Dioses, RT(T)Radiation Oncology Department Manager(843) 724-2426Jackie is a licensed Radiation Therapistwith over 30 years of experience inRadiation Oncology, the last 11 of whichhave been spent in Radiation Oncologymanagement. She oversees the dailyoperations, marketing, patient satisfactionand clinical outcomes for the CancerCenter’s Radiation Oncology Department,in addition to planning and implementingnew technologies and services.

Teresa Pischner, RN, MSN, OCN, BHSBreast Nurse Navigator (843) 724-2747Teresa is an advanced practice nurse withan in-depth understanding of breast cancermaking her an invaluable advocate forthose battling breast cancer. She guides ourbreast cancer patients through the complexmaze of new information, treatmentoptions and therapy regimens. Teresa is ahelpful resource and familiar face tocomfort and assist throughout treatmentand recovery, allowing patients to focusenergy and efforts on health and recovery.

Holly Neal, RD, LDRegistered Dietitian (843) 720-2832Holly is a Registered and LicensedDietitian with over two years experience atRoper St. Francis Healthcare. She is aboard member of the local CharlestonTrident Dietetic Association and amember of the American DieteticAssociation. Holly works with patientsand their family members to maximizenutritional needs throughout cancertreatment.

Elizabeth Strojny, RN, OCNResearch Nurse Recruiter(843) 720-8386Elizabeth is an Oncology Certified Nursewith five years of experience within theCancer Center. She acts as a clinicalresearch nurse dedicated to recruiting,screening and enrolling patients in clinicaltrials that cover all disease sites.

Chaplain Bob Morrisand the Pastoral Care Team (843) 724-2132Chaplain Bob Morris is the Director ofPastoral Care for Roper St. FrancisHealthcare and has spent his career inhospital ministry. Bob and his PastoralCare team, made up of six chaplains froma variety of denominations, provide acompassionate and caring presence forpatients and their families. As with anyillness, having cancer may raise questionsof meaning, purpose and identity, and thePastoral Care team is on hand to helppatients address spiritual issues that mayarise during the course of treatment.Whatever the chaplains’ denominationmay be, their desire is to honor the beliefsand traditions that have meaning to thepatient and help the patient draw upontheir own spirituality.

Support Team

Our Program

Our ProgramInside the Roper St. Francis Cancer Center

Infusion Therapy/OutpatientChemotherapy

Chemotherapy is the use ofmedications to destroy cancer cellsand stop them from growing andspreading. Chemotherapy agents anddosage schedules vary according to thetype of cancer involved, whether ornot it has metastasized, the extent ofits growth and the patient’s generalhealth. Our medical oncologists areon the cutting edge of newchemotherapy regimens and all of ournurses are specially trained inmanaging the administration and sideeffects of chemotherapy. Whetheryou are being treated on an inpatientor outpatient basis, our experiencedstaff will see that you receiveoutstanding care.

Radiation Therapy

Radiation therapy involves the use ofhigh energy x-rays, gamma rays,neutrons, protons, electrons and othersources to destroy tumor cells.Radiation therapy injures or destroyscells in the target area by damagingtheir genetic material, making itimpossible for these cells to continueto grow and divide. Althoughradiation damages both cancer cellsand normal cells, normal cells canrecover from the effects of radiationand rebuild. The goal of radiationtherapy is to damage as many cancercells as possible, while limiting harmto nearby healthy tissue. To deliverradiation therapy, a specializedmachine may deliver ionizingradiation known as external-beam

radiation therapy, or it may comefrom radiaoactive materials placed inthe body near cancer cells, known asBrachytherapy.

The Roper St. Francis Cancer Centeroffers the latest radiation technologyincluding:

Three- Dimensional (3-D) conformalradiation therapy uses computertechnology to more precisely target atumor with radiation beams (usingwidth, height, and depth). Usinginformation from a CT (ComputedTomography), MRI (MagneticResonance Imaging), or PET(Positron Emission Tomography),special computer programs can designradiation beams that “conform” to theshape of the tumor.

Intensity Modulated RadiationTherapy (IMRT) uses advancedcomputer software to divide eachradiation beam into multiple rays orbeamlets and assigns differentintensities to individual rays. Thisallows beams to be more preciselyfocused on cancer cells and away fromsurrounding tissue and organs,resulting in reduced side effects. TheNational Cancer Institute officiallycredentialed Roper St. FrancisHealthcare in 2004 for the delivery ofany IMRT Protocol.


Image Guided Radiation Therapy(IGRT) uses real time X-raytechnology to ensure that theradiation target is in the same positionevery treatment session. Thistechnology is integrated withautomated repositioning featuresallowing radiation therapists tovisualize and correct for patientmovements.

CyberKnife is a non-invasivealternative to surgery for the treatmentof tumors anywhere in the body.CyberKnife treatments deliver high-energy x-ray to tumors with extremeaccuracy. As an outpatient procedure,CyberKnife treatment is completed inone to five days. Roper St. FrancisCancer Center is the only facility inSouth Carolina offering CyberKnife.

Our radiation oncology team iscomprised of board certified radiationoncologists, department managers,board certified medical physicists,board certified medical dosimetrists, achief radiation therapist, licensedradiation therapists, registered nurses,and several business office staff, alldedicated to providing you withexcellent quality care.


Live Source

High Dose Rate Brachytherapy (HDR)is a type of treatment usingradioactive material in place for 10-20minutes at a time and then taken outvia a catheter. You may havetreatment twice a day for 2 to 5 daysor once a week for 2 to 5 weeks.During the course of treatment, acatheter or applicator may stay inplace, or it may be put into placebefore each treatment. Roper St.Francis Cancer Center offers PartialBreast Irradiation (PBI), also knownas Mammosite treatments, as well asHDR for gynecologic cancers.

Low-dose rate (LDR) implant is atype of treatment where radioactivematerial stays in place for 1 –7 daysusing an applicator. The Center offersLDR for gynelogic cancers.

Permanent Implants is a type oftreatment where the radiation source(seeds) is placed by catheters orneedles. The implants always stay inthe body while the radiationdiminishes each day over time. TheCenter offers permanent implants forprostate cancers. We also useradioactive drugs to treat cancers suchas thyroid cancer and bone metastases.The most commonly usedradiopharmaceuticals are Iodine andSamarium 152 (Quadramet).



Blood and Marrow Transplant(BMT)

BMT is a treatment therapy forcancers such as leukemia, lymphomaand multiple myeloma or other non-malignant diseases involving the bonemarrow. Marrow contains stem cells,the cells from which red and whiteblood cells and platelets develop, anda transplant can provide a newimmune system for patients withparticularly resistant diseases. TheBMT Unit at Roper Hospital is anaccredited Transplant Center with theNational Marrow Donor Program andthe only dedicated BMT unit in theregion. Our self-contained facility isspecifically designed to provideoptimal medical and nursing care forboth inpatient and outpatienttreatments.

Our transplant team includes boardcertified doctors, a transplantcoordinator, registered nurses, anoncology pharmacist, physicaltherapists and clergy members.

Because seamless continuity of careimproves outcomes, the same nursescare for patients through all phases ofthe transplant process. Your transplantdoctor will be available 24 hours a dayto address concerns and direct everyaspect of your care.

Inpatient Oncology/5-South

Located in the heart of the CancerCenter on the 5th Floor, InpatientOncology is a 22-bed unit with allprivate, patient rooms. The staff on 5-South are dedicated professionalsproviding caring and compassionateservice to cancer patients and theirfamilies during various stages ofdiagnosis and treatment. All of ournurses are specially trained to managethe complex issues surrounding cancercare and many are certified by theOncology Nursing Society (ONS), theleading professional association inoncology nursing. Physicians andnurses collaborate daily to make surethat exceptional patient care is given.

Clinical Trials/Oncology Research

Roper St. Francis maintains an activeOncology Research department that offerspatients the ability to participate innational research studies through ourassociation with the Southeast CancerControl Consortium. Participation inclinical trials gives our patients access tothe most up-to-date treatments, beforethey become broadly introduced. Our Oncology Research department hasstudies in numerous disease site areas withan average of 30 studies open fortreatment and prevention at any giventime.

Patient Resource Center

Our Patient Resource Center housesthe latest cancer-related informationfor our patients. Many different typesof literature are on hand, includingsite-specific brochures and pamphlets,nutrition and treatment informationas well as information on financialresources available to families. Inaddition, there is a computer stationwith Internet access for those wishingto search online for cancerinformation.

Cancer Registry

Cancer registries serve as a valuableresearch tool for understanding thedevelopment, diagnosis and treatmentof cancer. Physicians rely on datacollected by registries to learn moreabout the causes of cancer and earlydetection. Even after treatment, datacollection is essential to determinewhether the treatment has worked ordetermine why it has not. The RoperSt. Francis Cancer Center is fortunateto have an outstanding CancerRegistry that has been tracking cancerpatients’ information since January 1,1992. Our dedicated registrars keep adatabase of over 23,000 cancerpatients’ records and conduct annualfollow-up on many of these formerpatients.


Getting Around


Parking InformationParking is available in the Roper Doughty Street Garage or Roper Lucas Street Garage.Garage hours are as follows:

Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Parking is free for our patients with validation of their parking ticket. The Radiation orOutpatient Oncology reception located on the first floor of the hospital can providevalidation.

Family members of patients admitted to Roper Hospital may purchase daily or weeklydiscount parking passes at the main information desk across from Admissions on the firstfloor of the hospital.

Complimentary valet parking is also offered to patients with validation of their valet ticketat Radiation or Outpatient Oncology reception. Located under the covered awning at themain entrance to the hospital on Calhoun Street, our valet attendants will gladly assistpatients and drivers in and out of their car. Wheelchairs are provided if necessary. Pleasenote that our valets do not accept tips.

For friends and family, valet parking is available for $4 for the first hour and $2 for eachadditional hour.

Getting Around


Within the Cancer Center

Infusion Therapy/OutpatientChemotherapy (724-2297) is locatedon the 7th Floor next to our SurgicalIntensive Care Unit just off of the E elevators.

Radiation Therapy/CyberKnife(724-2140) is located on the 1stFloor, adjacent to the EmergencyRoom, on the side of the hospitalclosest to the Doughty & Lucas StreetParking Garages.

Inpatient Oncology (724-2513)patient rooms are located on the 5th Floor (5-South), and can be easilyreached by taking the D or E elevators.

Blood and Marrow Transplant (724-2955) is located on the 5thFloor, take the D or E elevators andfollow the signs.

The Patient Resource Center islocated in the back of the 5th FloorAtrium.

For Those Traveling

The following area hotels offerpreferred rates for families of ourpatients wishing to stay in closeproximity of their loved one during ahospital stay or treatment:

Comfort Inn – Riverview144 Bee StreetCharleston, SC 29401- Within walking distance- Complimentary continental breakfast

Best Western250 Spring StreetCharleston, SC 29401- Within walking distance- Onsite restaurant serves buffet

breakfast only

SpringHill Suites98 Ripley Point DriveCharleston, SC 29407- 1.7 miles from hospital- Shuttle provided to/from hospital

7a.m. - 9:30 p.m.- Complimentary full breakfast

& light supper

Residence Inn Suites90 Ripley Point DriveCharleston, SC 29407- 1.7 miles from hospital- Shuttle provided to/from hospital

7a.m. - 9:30 p.m.- Complimentary full breakfast

& light supper

Holiday Inn Riverview301 Savannah HighwayCharleston, SC 29407- 2.6 miles from hospital- Shuttle provided 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.- Onsite restaurant serves breakfast,

lunch & dinner

Getting Around

To take advantage of our preferred rates, please contact any of the followingmembers of the Cancer Center Support Team for assistance:

Elizabeth McCaleb - Oncology Social Worker – (843) 724-2794Kelly Weeks - ACS Patient Resource Navigator – (843) 724-2849Jody McCrain - 5-South Oncology Inpatient Case Manager – (843) 724-2497Teresa Pischner - Breast Nurse Navigator – (843) 724-2747

Support Groups


I Can Cope

A cancer diagnosis is life changing. I Can Cope is an educational program for people facing cancer andthose who support them. This four-part series offers reliable information, peer support and practical copingskills so that you can meet cancer’s challenge head-on. The more you know about what is happeningduring cancer diagnosis and treatment, the better equipped you will be to handle each step of the journey.

Light dinner and free parking provided. Planned guest speakers include diagnosis specific physicians,oncology nurse, dietician and related healthcare team members.

Dates: The 1st Tuesday of the month

Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Location: Roper Hospital’s, Ed Parker Boardroom (7th floor).

Information: Contact Elizabeth Strojny RN, OCN at (843) 720-8386 or [email protected]

Breast Cancer Support Group Enhancing Wellness

A diagnosis of breast cancer can be life-changing. The Breast Cancer Support Groupprovides an opportunity for breast cancer survivors and those currently in treatment tocome together for encouragement, support, and information. Each meeting includes atimely topic related to living well after breast cancer, followed by open-ended groupdiscussion. Light refreshments. Free parking.

Dates: 4th Monday of the monthInformation: Pre-registration for each meeting is preferred: Call 402-CARE.


Expressions of Healing


Expressions of Healing is an eight-week workshop for people with cancer,survivors, families and friends. Each week, participants will express theirfeelings about the presence of cancer in their lives through the creative artsincluding, poetry, journaling and art. Art or writing experience is notnecessary. The program is free, and includes materials, a light supper andfree parking.

Sessions led by: Marjory Heath Wentworth, South Carolina Poet Laureate Nancy Hackard, Art Therapist

Dates: Call for specific dates

Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Location: Roper Hospital7th Floor, Edward Parker Boardroom 316 Calhoun Street, Downtown Charleston

Registration required, call 402-CARE.


Colorectal Cancer Support Group

The Roper St. Francis Cancer Center welcomes colon cancer patients, loved ones andsurvivors to join our ongoing Colorectal Cancer Support Group.

Dates: 1st Wednesday of the month

Time: 4 - 5 p.m.

Dates: Call for specific dates

Lcation: Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Mall Classrooms

Bring your questions and concerns and gain strength and encouragement from otherswho are facing similar challenges.

For more information or to register, call Debbie Krajick at (843) 720-8388.


GENERAL SUPPORT

Camp Blue Bird – Sponsored byHollings Cancer Center, this weekendcamp for adult cancer survivors is heldevery fall at Camp St. Christopher onSeabrook Island. Space is limited andregistration is required. For moreinformation, go tohttp://hcc.musc.edu/outreach/campbluebird.htm

Cancer Support Group – Sponsoredby the American Cancer Society, thisgroup supports both patients andcaregivers and meets the thirdThursday of the month 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Hope Lodge, 269Calhoun Street, Charleston. Freeparking in back. Contact: The HopeLodge (843) 958-0930.

Caregivers Support Group – Forthose with loved ones living withcancer, this group meets at 6:30 p.m.on the first Tuesday of the month atthe Trident Cancer Center, 9330Medical Plaza Dr., Charleston.Contact: Joy Allen (843) 847-4134or [email protected].

Charleston Dragon Boat – A“support group on water” wherecancer survivors paddle a dragon boatin competitions to encourage healthyhealing and provide a positivecommunity role model demonstratingcourage, determination and teamwork.Contact: Sterling Hannah (843) 442-6167.

Expressions of Healing – Sponsored byRoper St. Francis Cancer Center, thiseight-week workshop is for patients,survivors, families and friends touched bycancer. Led by the South Carolina PoetLaureate and an art therapist, the groupexpresses their feelings about cancer intheir lives through poetry, journaling andart. The program is free and includesmaterials, dinner and free parking. Meetsin the fall and spring, Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m., Roper Hospital, 316 Calhoun St., Edward ParkerBoardroom. For more information or toregister, call 402-CARE.

Hope and Healing – A grief supportgroup led by a bereavement counselorthat meets for coffee on Thursdays from10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Hospice ofCharleston, 3870 Leeds Ave., Suite 101,North Charleston. Contact: SusanGough (843) 529-3100.

I Can Cope – The Roper St. FrancisCancer Center and American CancerSociety sponsor this four-sessioneducational program for cancer patientsand their families or caregivers. Programfeatures guest speakers, education andsupport and is offered the first Tuesday ofthe month at 6 p.m. at Roper Hospital,316 Calhoun St., Charleston. A lightdinner and free parking provided. Formore information or to register, contactElizabeth Strojny at (843)720-8386 [email protected].

I Can Cope – American Cancer Societysponsored support group meets the thirdTuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. atTrident Cancer Center. Contact: JoyAllen at (843) 847-4134 [email protected]

Look Good, Feel Better – AmericanCancer Society partners withCosmetic, Toiletry and FragranceAssociation and the NationalCosmetology Association to offer thisfree support group to womenundergoing chemotherapy or radiationtreatment. Offered monthly, theprogram helps women cope withappearance-related side effects oftreatment to renew self-esteem andconfidence. For more information orto register, please call 800-ACS-2345.

Mount Pleasant Presbyterian CancerClub – For survivors, caregivers,family and friends, this group meetsthe fourth Thursday of the monthfrom 7 to 9 p.m. in the parlor at Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian, 302 HibbenSt., Mount Pleasant. Contact: Tom Herrington (843) 884-4612 [email protected].

BRAIN CANCER SUPPORT:

Brain Tumor Support Group –Sponsored by Hollings Cancer Center,this group meets the secondWednesday of the month from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. at MUSC’sClinical Sciences Building, Room 429,Charleston. Lunch and free parkingprovided. Contact: Elena Bell (843)792-3346 or [email protected].

Support Groups


BREAST CANCER SUPPORT

Roper St. Francis Breast CancerSupport Group – Sponsored by RoperSt. Francis Cancer Center, this group isfor breast cancer survivors and thosecurrently in treatment. Each meetingincludes a timely topic related to livingwell with breast cancer, followed bygroup discussion. Light refreshments.Free parking. Meets the fourthMonday of the month from 5:30 to6:30 p.m., at Roper Hospital, 316 Calhoun St., Conference Room 1,Charleston. Call 402-CARE for moreinformation or to register.

Breast Cancer Support Group – Forwomen who have or have had breastcancer, this group meets the fourthTuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. atTrident Cancer Center, 9330 MedicalPlaza Dr., Charleston. Contact: JoyAllen (843) 847-4134.

East Cooper Breast Cancer SupportGroup – Sponsored by East CooperHematology and Oncology, P.A., thegroup meets the last Monday of themonth from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at EastCooper Medical Center, 1200 JohnnieDodds Blvd., First Floor Classroom,Mt. Pleasant. For more information,please call (843) 881-5844.

Reach to Recovery- A one-on-onevisitation program for women facingbreast cancer sponsored by theAmerican Cancer Society. Trainedvolunteer breast cancer survivorsprovide non-medical information,support and practical tips. Eachpatient receives several free gifts. Formore information, please call (888)227-6333 or go to www.cancer.org.

Second Chance/Rise Sister Rise - Asupport group formed especially forAfrican-American women who havesurvived or are coping with breast cancer.Group meets the fourth Monday of themonth from 6 to 7 p/m/ at 166 St. Margaret St., Charleston. Contact:Cherry Seabrook (843) 722-6245.

COLON CANCER SUPPORT

Colon Cancer Support Group – Meetsthe second Monday of the month from6:30-7:30 p.m. at East Cooper MedicalCenter, 1200 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.,First Floor Classroom, Mt. Pleasant. Formore information, please call (843) 412-1841.

Colorectal Cancer Support Group –Sponsored by the Roper St. FrancisCancer Center, this group supportspatients, loved ones and survivorsaffected by colorectal cancer. Meets thefirst Wednesday of the month from 4 to 5 p.m. at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, 2095 HenryTecklenburg Dr., Mall Classroom,Charleston. For more information or toregister, contact Debbie Krajick (843) 720-8388.

OVARIAN CANCER SUPPORT

Ovarian Cancer Support Group –Meets for lunch the first Tuesday ofthe month at various area restaurants.Contact: Sue Henderlite (843) 881- 3232.

PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT

Prostate Cancer Support Group –Meets the first Tuesday of the monthfrom 7 to 8 p.m. at East CooperMedical Center, 1200 Johnnie DoddsBlvd., First Floor Classroom, Mt.Pleasant. For more information, pleasecall (843) 884-7031.

“Us Too” Prostate Cancer SupportGroup – Charleston chapter ofinternational network of supportgroups for men with prostate cancerand their families. The group meetsthe first Tuesday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bethel UnitedMethodist Church, 57 Pitt St.,Charleston. Contact: Bob Strobel(843) 766-9360 or Reuben Martin(843) 556-1758.

THROAT/TONGUE CANCER

SUPPORT

Throat/Tongue Cancer Support-This is a cancer survivor in remissionwho is willing to offer support toothers. Contact: Billie Attaway (843)514-2200.

SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN

& TEENS

Brett’s Rainbow – Annual camp foryoung people ages 6 to 16 that haveexperienced the death of someonespecial. Camp is held each fall, led bytrained bereavement counselors andis free of charge. A parent orguardian is encouraged to attendwith the child. Contact: KarenBrazell (800) 238-1884 [email protected].

Shannon’s Hope – Sponsored byHospice of Charleston, this therapeuticweekend camp is held twice a year inMarch & October at Camp St.Christopher on Seabrook Island forgrieving tri-county area children ages 6to 15. An application is required and anominal fee is requested. Contact:Susan Gough (843) 529-3100.

Support Groups

Recommended Books and Websites



General Cancer Carewww.oncolink.comwww.cancer.orgwww.cancer.netwww.cancercare.orgwww.cancer.gov/cancerinformationwww.webmd.comwww.acor.orgwww.nccn.orgwww.mayoclinic.orgwww.healthtalk.com/go/cancer www.cancerguide.orgwww.livestrong.orgwww.nih.govwww.canceradvocacy.org

The Cancer Dictionary by Michael SargTriumphs of the Human Spirit by Barry SummersUnderstanding Cancer by Norman ColemanEveryone’s Guide to Cancer Therapy (5th edition)

by Ernest RosenbaumHere and Now: Inspiring Stories of Cancer Survivors

by E. Dorfman & H. Schultz AdamsDiagnosis: Cancer by Wendy Harpham Caregiving (revised edition) by Peter Houts and Julia BucherCancer. How Will I Get Through This? by Kevin MolloyCancer: 50 Essential Things to Do by Greg AndersonThe Journey Through Cancer by Jeremy GeffenSurviving Cancer Emotionally by Roger Granet

Clinical Trialswww.southeastcancercontrol.orgwww.cancer.gov www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp www.calgb.org www.nsabp.pitt.eduwww.ctsu.org www.swog.orgwww.wfubmc.edu/cancer/Researchbase

Nutritionwww.eatright.org www.aicr.org www.health.discovery.com www.mayoclinic.comwww.cancer.gov/cancertopics/eatinghints www.nal.usda.gov/fnic

Eating Well Through Cancerby Holly Clegg & Gerald Miletello

What to Eat if You Have Cancerby Maureen Keane & Daniella Chace

One Bite at a Time: Nourishing Recipes for Cancer Survivors& Their Friends by Rebecca Katz

Alternative & Complementary Therapieswww.drweil.comwww.cancer.gov/cam www.nccam.nih.gov www.mskcc.org/mskcc

FamilyWhen a Parent Has Cancer by Wendy HarphamWhen Life Becomes Precious by Elise BabcockThe Fall of Freddie the Leaf by Leo Buscaglia

InspirationalIt’s Not About the Bike by Lance ArmstrongThe Gift of Peace by Joseph BernardinBeyond Miracles: Living with Cancer by Stephan HershThe Human Side of Cancer

by Jimmie Holland & Sheldon LewisWhen Bad Things Happen to Good People by Harold KushnerLive Strong: Inspirational Stories from Cancer Survivors

by The Lance Armstrong FoundationThe Last Lecture by Randy PauschPeace. Love and Healing by Bernie SiegelLove, Medicine and Miracles by Bernie SiegelHow to Live Between Office Visits by Bernie SiegelPrescriptions for Living by Bernie Siegel



TreatmentMaking the Radiation Decision by David Brenner & Eric HallCoping with Radiation Therapy

by Cukier, McCullough & GingerelliBone Marrow and Blood Stem Cell Transplants:

A Guide for Patients by Susan Stewart

StressFull Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn

For a list of recommended site-specific cancer books andwebsites (i.e. – breast cancer, lung cancer, etc.), please visit ourPatient Resource Center located in the Cancer Center’sAtrium on the 5th Floor.


How Can I Help?The vision of Roper St. Francis Healthcare is simple butambitious: Healing all people with compassion, faith and excellence.We are committed to being one of the most technologicallyadvanced healthcare facilities in the Southeast, while providingexceptional care to our patients and their families. Every successfulstride we make in cancer research, prevention initiatives,innovative patient care and cancer education today could very wellbenefit you, or someone you love, tomorrow.

Please consider joining this effort by supporting the mission ofRoper St. Francis Healthcare with a tax -deductible charitabledonation. Several types of gifts or donations are possible, such as:

• A general donation – which can provide seed funding forexciting new initiatives in research and treatment.

• A donation directed to a specific area of research ortreatment.

• An “In Honor” or “In Memory” donation - a gift in honoror memory of a friend or loved one, or for a special occasion,such as a birthday or anniversary.

• A planned gift

For specific information on how to help, please contact the RoperSt. Francis Foundation at (843) 789-1615.

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New Patient Orientation Services/Cancer/cancerguide.pdf · every treatment session. This technology is integrated with automated repositioning features allowing radiation therapists