Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope’s Vikas Malhotra, MD to Discuss New Directions for Blood Cancer Therapies
Spring Hill, Florida –Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope has announced that Vikas Malhotra, MD has been asked to speak at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s patient education program: New Directions for Blood Cancer Therapies on March 2, 2010 at 5:30 pm at Silverthorn Country Club, 4550 Golf Club Lane, Brooksville, Florida 34609.
Dr. Malhotra will discuss new therapies and clinical trials for blood cancers. Topics covered will be:
• How new blood cancer treatments are developed and approved • Recent and ongoing advances in the treatment of blood cancers • Myths and facts about clinical trials • Benefits and risks of clinical trial participation • Strategies for talking to your doctor about clinical trials as a possible treatment option • How to locate clinical trials that may be right for you • Question-and-answer session
Vikas Malhotra, MD is board certified in medical oncology, hematology, and internal medicine. He received his Medical Degree and Bachelor of Science from the University of Delhi, India, and completed his internal medicine residency program at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio where he also received Best Teaching Resident award. Dr. Malhotra completed his fellowship in medical oncology and hematology at the University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri where he also served as Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine. He is the author of numerous articles and abstracts and shares publications in stage 2 and 3 Esophageal Cancer, chemotherapy and radiation induced lung injury and hepatosplenic T-cell lymphoma.
Admission is free and a complimentary dinner will be served. Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Lourdes Arvelo at 813-963-6461.
This program is supported by grants from Millennium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung, ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope Holds “Man To Man” Prostate Cancer Support Group
New Port Richey, Florida – Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has announced that it will host the “Man to Man” prostate cancer support group on Thursday, February 18, from 5 PM to 6 PM at its new state-of-the-art New Port Richey center at 8763 River Crossing Boulevard, New Port Richey, Florida. Co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society, “Man to Man” sessions discuss: the importance of early detection of prostate cancer, signs and symptoms of the disease, prognosis, disease stages, incontinence, impotence, the various treatment options including hormone therapy and medications, and especially the latest research and treatment modalities. Speakers include physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, social workers and others.
For more information call Trish Tonnesen, LPN, support group facilitator at 727-842-8411.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute - New Hope to Host Lymphedema Support Group
New Port Richey, Florida – Florida Cancer Institute - New Hope hosts monthly Lymphedema support group meetings at its center at 8763 River Crossing Boulevard, New Port Richey, Florida 34655 on the third Thursday of each month from 3 – 4 PM. The next support group meeting will be held on February 18, 2010.
The Lymphedema support group meetings are planned and conducted by Lindsey Wisniewski, a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant at Community Hospital, the future Medical Center of Trinity. Ms. Wisniewski is a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant with Lymphedema training through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies.
For further information, please contact Lindsey Wisniewski at 727-845-0757.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
About Community Hospital: The Future Medical Center of Trinity
Community Hospital is located in New Port Richey, FL. It is a leading Joint Commission accredited acute care center. Over 400 physicians, 1000 employees and 200 volunteers comprise our healthcare delivery team.
Community Hospital has received distinction in the following areas:
• Chest Pain Center accredited by the Society of Chest Pain Centers • Joint Commission Certified Primary Stroke Center • Accredited Cancer Program by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons • State Approved Coronary Intervention Program • Dedicated Breast Care Center with Digital Mammography, 3D/4D Ultrasound, Breast MRI, and Patient Liaison to ensure the patient’s needs are met. • All private room Women’s Center for Gynecology and Urology Services • All private room Spine & Joint Care Center • The only da Vinci Robotic System in Pasco, Hernando and Citrus Counties
Construction is underway on the Medical Center of Trinity, a 236 bed, state-of-the-art, private room facility at the corner of SR 54 and Little Road in Trinity to replace Community Hospital in late 2011.
For more information, visit our website at www.communityhospitalnpr.com.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope to Hold Look Good Feel Better Support Group
Spring Hill, Florida – The Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope will hold its Look Good Feel Better Support Group on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 3:30 PM. The Group meets the third Wednesday of every month from 3:30 PM to 5 PM at the Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope’s Spring Hill Center located at 10441 Quality Drive, Suite 203 in the Medical Arts Building next to Spring Hill Hospital.
For more information call Peggy Beckett, RN, support group facilitator at 352-688-7744.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope to Hold Caregiver Support Group
Spring Hill, Florida – Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope will hold its Caregiver Support Group on Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 4:00 PM. The Group meets the second Thursday of every month from 4 PM to 5 PM at the Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope’s Spring Hill Center located at 10441 Quality Drive, Suite 203 in the Medical Arts Building next Spring Hill Hospital.
For more information call Pamela McGee, support group facilitator at 352-688-7744.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope in New Port Richey to Hold Bi-Weekly Breast Cancer Support Group Meeting
New Port Richey, Florida – The Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has announced that its New Port Richey center will host its regular breast cancer support group meeting on Thursday, February 4 at 6 PM. The group meets every other Thursday. The meeting will be held in the New Port Richey center at 8763 River Crossing Boulevard, New Port Richey, Florida. There will be an open discussion with the group on topics of interest. Anyone who has been touched by breast cancer is invited to attend, not just Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope patients. The meeting is open to all breast cancer survivors. Light refreshments will be served. Call 727-842-8411 ext. 150 for information.
The support groups at Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope’s New Port Richey center are conducted by a licensed clinical social worker. The biweekly sessions cover a variety of topics such as the use of makeup, pain control, body image, and how to communicate with others about their condition. Participants will be provided with useful educational material about cancer and cancer treatment. Survivors will be given the opportunity to raise concerns about their condition and learn what others are feeling and what they experienced. Best of all they will learn about the joy of new friendships and learn that they are not alone.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute - New Hope in Hudson to Hold Monthly General Cancer Support Group Meeting
Hudson, Florida – Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope announces that its Hudson center will host its monthly General Cancer Support Group meeting on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at 6 pm.
The group meets on the first Thursday of every month. The meeting will be held in the Hudson center at 7651 Medical Drive, Hudson, Florida 34667. There will be an open discussion with the groups on topics of interest. Anyone who has been touched by any form of cancer is invited to attend, not just Florida Center Institute - New Hope patients. Family members are also encouraged to attend. Refreshments are served and reservations are advised. Call 727-868-9208.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope to Hold Regular Prostate Cancer Support Group
Brooksville, Florida – The Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope will hold its regular “Man to Man” prostate cancer support group on Monday evening, February 1, 2010 at 6:00 PM. Cosponsored by the American Cancer Society, “Man to Man” meets on the first Monday of every month from 6 PM to 7 PM at the Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope’s Brooksville Center located at 7154 Medical Center Drive, off Kadri Boulevard, across from the High Point Community. Topics that are frequently discussed are: the importance of early detection, signs and symptoms of prostate cancer, prognosis, disease stages, incontinence, impotence, the various treatment options including hormone therapy and medications, and especially the latest research and treatment modalities. Speakers include physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, social workers and others.
For more information call Mary Capo at 352-596-1926.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope To Hold Women’s Breast Cancer Support Group
Brooksville, Florida – The Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope has announced that it will host a monthly women’s breast cancer support group on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. The support group will meet at its Center at 7154 Medical Center Drive, Spring Hill, Florida 34608. Light refreshments will be served. This month’s program will feature a representative from Spring Hill Rehab and Lymphedema Center.
For more information contact Tambra Randazzo, RT at 352-592-8128.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope To Host “Look Good…Feel Better” Program
New Port Richey, Florida – Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has announced that they are now hosting the American Cancer Society’s “Look Good…Feel Better” program once a month in their conference room. The next scheduled program will be held on Monday, February 1, 2010 from 2 – 4 PM at the New Port Richey center located at 8763 River Crossing Boulevard, New Port Richey, Florida 34655. “Look Good…Feel Better” is a free group program that teaches beauty techniques to women cancer patients to help them combat the appearance related side effects of treatment. “Look Good…Feel Better” is free and open to all women patients in active treatment, not just Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope patients. Reservations are required. For more information and to make an appointment call 727-842-8411.
About Florida Cancer Institute – New Hope
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope provides progressive diagnostic and treatment options to patients battling solid tumor cancers and hematologic (blood) diseases. Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope has seven offices in Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties including three comprehensive centers, several specialty centers, and a mobile PET/CT unit. For more information, please call toll free 1-888-206-0054.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is affiliated with US Oncology, the nation's largest health services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. Today, the US Oncology network includes more than 1000 physicians, and 500 locations in 38 states. The research physicians in the US Oncology network have played a pivotal role in the development of 24 of the last 30 cancer drugs approved for use by the FDA and have helped more than 30,000 patients participate in clinical trials.
Florida Cancer Institute-New Hope is currently involved in more than 30 research trials for breast, colorectal, lung ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.
