PATTY BERG CANCER CENTER

At the Patty Berg Cancer Center, we believe that healing is best accomplished with the combination of medical technology and the fine art of a caring and supportive staff.
 

The Patty Berg Cancer Center brings together a distinguished group of specialists, wide-ranging innovative technologies and a special, caring touch reminiscent of the extraordinary woman to whom the Center is dedicated.
 

The Center joins the list of renowned cancer centers across the United States, which have achieved approval by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The Center offers its patients the benefits of all major treatment methods including inpatient care, outpatient care, chemotherapy administration and instruction, patient education, clinical research protocols, clinical case management, home health, tumor registry, chaplain services, and cancer support groups. The nursing staff is comprised of some of the finest oncology nurses in the area who are specially trained in cancer care and the administration of chemotherapy. Greater than 75% of the staff are certified oncology nurses. This dedicated team of nurses understands the unique needs of the cancer patient and their loved ones.
 

Conveniently located in Southwest Florida Regional Medical Center, the Patty Berg Cancer Center benefits from the experienced health care team throughout the hospital. This support team brings together professionals from a wide range of disciplines - medicine, nursing, social work, pastoral counseling, pharmacology, nutrition and rehabilitation. This collaboration enhances the patient's treatment, encourages patient and family participation, and ensures a continuous flow of communication.

Physician specialists that are a part of the team include Gynecologic Oncology, Hematology/Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Pathology and Radiology.


Cancer Data Services
The Cancer Data Services office, located in the Patty Berg Cancer Center, is responsible for the tumor registry and coordinates the Cancer Committee and the Tumor Board Conferences.

The Tumor Registry is a collection of information on all cancer patients seen at the Center, which in turn is used for research and education. The Tumor Registry also provides lifetime follow-up of cancer patients who are initially diagnosed and/or treated at Southwest Florida Regional Medical Center.

Clinical trials offer cancer patients access to all available research trials. Eligibility review is done on-site.

Outpatient Services
The Patty Berg Cancer Center offers a wide range of treatments to aggressively fight this tough disease.

Outpatient services, which provide a convenient way for patients to receive treatment and return home, include surgery, chemotherapy, and blood transfusions.

Support Groups
The Patty Berg Cancer Center treats not only the disease, but also the whole person. Our approach is patient- centered and family-oriented. Meetings are held at the Center where participants are encouraged to share their feelings and experiences with others. These groups provide a safe and supportive opportunity to explore emotions and to enhance coping skills. The Cancer Support Group is open to anyone who has been touched by cancer. The Breast Cancer and the Man-To-Man Support groups also meet at the Center. "Strength for Caring" workshops for caregivers of cancer patients are held quarterly. Lymphedema support group addresses the educational and emotional issues related to this condition.

Screening and Education
Throughout the year, The Patty Berg Cancer Center is actively involved in offering numerous cancer screenings, and providing free information on the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.