Supportive Care Services
> Caring for the "whole" patient
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Caring for the “whole” patient.
Cancer patients have more needs besides the treatment of their cancer. As they go through chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery, they may have special nutrition, rehabilitation or other medical needs. Therefore, we provide experts in these services who can assist patients in their treatment and rehabilitation processes.
Cancer Symptom Management Clinic
In 2005, the UC Barrett Cancer Center at University Hospital created a new Symptom Management Clinic, an interdisciplinary clinic created to help patients manage their cancer-related symptoms. The clinic is based on a collaborative team effort consisting of oncologists, registered nurses, a pain specialist, pharmacist, dietician and social worker. We can help to ease the following cancer-related symptoms:
- Constipation/Diarrhea
- Depressive Mood
- Dietary Issues
- Fatigue
- Hot Flashes
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Pain
- Treatment-related Anemia
A physician’s order is required. Talk with your oncologist about your symptoms and ask for a referral to the Symptom Management Clinic at the Barrett Cancer Center or call 513-584-1937 for more information.
The Symptom Management Clinic is located on the 2nd floor of the Barrett Cancer Center. Appointments are available Tuesdays from 8:30 a.m. – noon.
Hospice Care
The UC Barrett Cancer Center at University Hospital recognizes the importance of providing compassionate care for patients in need of end-of-life care. Cancer center and social work staffs help patients and their families locate and choose a hospice service that best fits their medical, residential and financial needs. University Hospital provides inpatient hospice care on site, makes referrals for hospice home care or can assist in transferring patients to external inpatient hospice care providers.
Nutrition Services
The UC Barrett Cancer Center at University Hospital provides nutrition counseling for the unique needs of cancer patients.
Pastoral Care Services
We understand that cancer patients need more than just high quality physical medical attention. They often need emotional, spiritual and social support as well. Our pastoral care departments are here to make sure spiritual needs are met.
Rehabilitation Services
In some cases, cancer patients need physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology services. The UC Barrett Cancer Center at University Hospital is able to provide these services to patients with a physician referral.
Social Work
The social work programs are an essential feature to care for our cancer patients. Social services include psychological assessment and treatment of patients who may have emotional, social or economic issues related to cancer. Social workers can also help patients and family members access community services, such as home health care, nursing homes and counseling.
Support Groups
> List of Support Groups
Living with cancer is very difficult for patients and their family and friends. People with cancer and those who care about them face many challenges. This is why cancer support groups can help. The Health Alliance hospitals host several support groups to serve the emotional needs of patients, families and cancer survivors. Many of these are co-sponsored by organizations such as the American Cancer Society and The Wellness Community.
The UC Barrett Cancer Center at University Hospital hosts a women's cancer support group every Monday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information please call 513-731-3346 or 513-584-8480.
