CMH Cancer Care Team
Cancer Care Coordinator:
Experienced nurse practitioner with advanced training in cancer care. She works closely with patients and families to coordinate all aspects of care. There is also a toll-free help line: 1-877-CMH-CANCER (264-2262). Medical Oncologist:
The doctor who plans your treatment, directs your care and chemotherapy; and monitors your ongoing status.
Cancer Specialists:
Physicians such as gastroenterologists and urologists
who diagnose and treat specific cancers like colorectal or prostate.
Colorectal Cancer Program Coordinator:
Registered nurse who works closely with the Calvert County Health Department. Provides service coordination and case management for financially eligible patients. Specializes in promoting colorectal cancer education, prevention and screening throughout the community. Surgeon:
The doctor who performs your surgical procedures (biopsy, bowel resection, ostomy) and helps coordinate your care. Board-certified plastic surgeons are available to perform breast reconstruction, if needed. Anesthesiologist:
The doctor who administers the medicine to put you to
sleep or numb the area on which you will be operated. Pathologist:
The doctor who examines the tissue removed during
colonoscopy or surgery to evaluate malignancies and other characteristics. Case Manager:
The social worker or nurse who discusses what to expect
during your hospital stay and sets up support services for when you get home. Radiation Oncologist:
The doctor who oversees your radiation treatment.
Clinical Pharmacist:
The pharmacist who works with the medical oncologist to plan chemotherapy regimens for cancer patients in the Infusion Therapy Center. Infusion Nurse:
Registered nurses who are experienced and skilled professionals with extensive training in infusion therapy and chemotherapy administration.
Clinical Trials Coordinator:
The person who manages daily clinical trial
activities, recruits patients and provides staff/community education.
Oncology Social Worker:
Highly trained and licensed specialists in both case management and counseling are available to help patients facing a life threatening illness. |
