Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Wesley Healthcare
Through Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Wesley Healthcare, patients have access to cutting-edge cancer treatment options. Through Sarah Cannon’s network, patients have a team of trusted local physicians and global cancer resources that expand the reach of one single cancer center. From screening to diagnosis, treatment and survivorship care, Sarah Cannon is fighting cancer with you.
Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Wesley Healthcare takes a multi-disciplinary approach to treating cancer as a complex group of diseases best treated through consultation among multiple specialties. The cancer specialists offer a broad spectrum of advanced diagnostic and treatment services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Cancer Care from Diagnosis through Survivorship
Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Wesley Healthcare offers screenings when applicable, treatment and care for:
- Blood cancer
- Bone cancer
- Brain cancer and brain tumors
- Breast cancer
- Colorectal cancer
- Gastrointestinal cancer
- Gynecologic cancer
- Head and neck cancers
- Lung cancer
- Lymphatic cancer
- Pediatric cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Soft tissue cancer
- Spinal cancer
Cancer Treatment in Wichita
As a part of Sarah Cannon’s network, Wesley Healthcare offers the latest in cancer treatments, including common standard-of-care treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery, as well as infusion therapy and robotic surgery. Additionally, the Sarah Cannon Institute at Wesley Healthcare provides preventative care with its lung cancer prevention program and genetic counseling.
Sarah Cannon nurse navigators are members of your multidisciplinary care team, serving as advocates and educators for you from diagnosis through survivorship. Our nurse navigators help coordinate your care and address any barriers you may face to support you throughout your cancer journey.
Your nurse navigator will expedite appointments, explain treatments and procedures and keep track of all the specialists involved in the cancer care treatment plan, while working closely with every member of your healthcare team to keep the lines of communication open. They will assist with referring physicians, ensuring effective communication among all caregivers and facilities, as well as keep you organized with all treatments, medications, specialists and more. If needed, they are also available to help facilitate transportation and additional support services.
Cancer Survivorship Care in Wichita
Your cancer journey doesn’t end when your treatment stops and neither should your care. Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Wesley Healthcare provides referrals to local rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language pathology and audiology therapy.
Additionally, the Sarah Cannon Institute at Wesley Healthcare provides those who have been hospitalized with a case manager who provides support, discharge planning and referrals to support groups and other services. Support groups are an excellent opportunity for cancer survivors to encourage each other by sharing their stories with other survivors.
To learn more about integrated cancer services available at Wesley Healthcare, visit wesleymc.com/specialties/oncology.
