Built for the community— by the community.

Thank youOnly SIH and YOU cOuld brIng HOpe HOme

We are humbled by the outpouring of support for the SIH Cancer Institute. Without question, the new comprehensive cancer center is made possible by the great contributions of many in our community. From behind-the-scenes technology to the beautiful healing gardens to the signed beam of support that silently rests above the radiation oncology entry; these contributions come from that place inside us all…the mission to give strength to our family and friends battling cancer.

While our work is not done, we honor those that have helped infuse the SIH Cancer Institute with so much love.

Built for the community— by the community.

What happens when you gather a nationally accredited cancer treatment program with the physicians, nurses, oncologists, surgeons and scores of other care providers under one roof? Powerful healing.

It is with a feeling of joy and accomplishment that we welcome you to a closer look at a regional gem: the first dedicated cancer center in southern Illinois.

This effort started out as a seed, branched out with financial support from hundreds of individuals, and blossomed into a living testament to the willingness to care for our friends and families in our own backyard.

HOpe IS HOme.

Join us in celebrating this paradigm shift in cancer treatment today and in decades to come.

The Patient Path

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InterventIOnal radIOlOgy

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Patients will not be alone. Nurse navigators serve as advocates and friends who provide guidance through the complex world of cancer treatment.

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Mayo modeled it from the very beginning. One person’s disease, analyzed and treated by a team of physicians and specialists; putting the greatest minds in the same room to solve the problem. That is the model used by the SIH Cancer Institute Affiliated Physicians. tHe team IncludeS:

Hematology/Oncology

Radiation Oncology

Surgical Oncology

Thoracic Surgery

General Surgery

Breast Surgery

Colorectal Surgery

Pathology

Dermatology

Palliative Care

Neurosurgery

Diagnostic Radiology

Breast Imaging

Interventional Radiology

Gastroenterology

Urology

Pulmonology

Otorhinolaryngology

Nurse Navigation

There are a variety of ways to treat any specific cancer. It’s never just black and white. The cancer type, stage, location of tumors, and much more, determine the course of action to take. At the SIH Cancer Institute, five teams meet regularly to discuss breast, lung, head/neck, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary cancer cases.

Together they formulate the best plan of care given all the variables. As part of the BJC Collaborative, and our affiliation with Simmons Cancer Center in Springfield, the teams have access to additional cancer specialists and best practices when needed.

One Cancer, Treated By a Team

Physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses providing services at and admitting patients to Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, Herrin Hospital and St. Joseph Memorial Hospital are not employees of the hospital. Physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice nurses exercise their own independent judgment regarding medical care and treatment and the hospital is not responsible for their actions.

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“I am looking forward to the opening of our cancer center to streamline care pathways for our patients and make it easier for them as they go through treatment. This will represent a significant step forward in our fight against colorectal cancer.”

Satyadeep bHattacHarya, mdSIH medIcal grOup cOlOrectal Surgery

Seven cancer specialists have clinics inside the new center, making visits more convenient for the patient.

“SIH Cancer Institute is going to have a great impact on overall cancer care in southern Illinois. It will make travel to patient appointments easier since all the involved physicians will be under the same roof. The collaboration will lead to unsurpassed patient care.”

Suven SHankar, mdSIH medIcal grOup SurgIcal OncOlOgy

“I am really excited with the opening of the SIH Cancer Institute. I make one commitment to my patients: that we will go through the journey to

fight cancer together and leave no stone unturned.”

manSOOr ul Haq, mdSIH medIcal grOup HematOlOgy/OncOlOgy

“Being able to have a comprehensive cancer center comparable to a metropolitan area will add to being able to provide the best quality of

care for our patients in our own backyard.”

muHammad jawad pOpalzaI, mdSIH medIcal grOup HematOlOgy/OncOlOgy

“Combining services into one center will enhance the patient treatment experience. It will also enable the cancer care treatment team to provide a better comprehensive care for the patient.”

deepak malHOtra, mdSIH medIcal grOup HematOlOgy/OncOlOgy

Doctors at the Cancer Center

“Undergoing radiation treatment is challenging enough without considering the travel time for other appointments. This center will immediately improve that aspect. Perhaps, even more so, it’s a message of hope for the people of

southern Illinois.”

mIcHael lIttle, mdradIatIOn OncOlOgy

“23 years ago, one of my patients told me, ‘Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen every day.’ I’ve remembered that quote watching this dream of the cancer center become real — a place where patients are treated with respect and kindness; and have the best cancer treatment in the area.”

geOrge kaO, mdradIatIOn OncOlOgy

In addition to these physicians, other SIH Cancer Institute Affiliated Physicians share clinic days at this location.

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New radiation technology at the SIH Cancer Institute helps doctors treat patients more accurately with fewer visits.

Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) utilizes a specially designed coordinate system to find the exact location of a tumor in the body. It is extremely precise and involves the delivery of a few high dose radiation treatments, usually five or less. For patients with brain tumors, Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) will be available. SRS delivers treatment in a way similar to SBRT, but it is usually accomplished with a single treatment.

The two radiation therapy machines feature SBRT, SRS, and Rapid Arc therapies as well as the conventional therapies of IMRT and 3-D Conformal.

IntereStIng FactS

radIatIOn tHerapy treatment vault

• Each vault has an area of 1450 square feet.

• The vaults are formed of concrete, including walls, floor and roof.

• The concrete has a density of 147 pounds per cubic foot.

• Calculations for wall thickness take into account things like number of patients treated per day, photon energy of the equipment, and the adjacent spaces.

• The thickest vault door weighs 4,709 pounds.

• Penetrations through the walls for air conditioning must be specially designed using a maze in order to limit radiation.

Improved Radiation Therapy Services Means Fewer Visits

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A Room With a ViewUsing nature’s elements to inspire healing is the theme of the 4,050 square feet Infusion Center. The area is surrounded by a large expanse of floor to ceiling windows overlooking the beautiful natural landscape of the Crab Orchard Wildlife Preserve. A man-made pond and walking paths are also in view.

The natural light filters into the space while patients receive their intravenous treatments. The amenities of the Infusion Center are intended to provide a warm, welcoming, comfortable and healing environment for patients, their loved ones, as well as staff.

Patients have opportunities to receive treatment in a private setting, or in open “pods” that allows for interaction with other patients. Each infusion station includes a comfortable recliner, access to wi-fi, and individual TVs. Seating for family members at each patient station encourages family involvement in the patient healing process.

Staff members have access to state of the art technology and work space that will improve the level of care patients receive, while maintaining patient privacy.

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Cancer rehabilitation is an important part of the cancer fighting arsenal. Research suggests that beginning rehabilitation before cancer treatment can help improve a patient’s health and ability to tolerate many side effects associated with chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical procedures. The cancer therapies at Rehab Unlimited are designed to help patients minimize the fatigue and impairment that often accompany oncology treatments.

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Help patIentS SuFFerIng FrOm

tHe FOllOwIng ISSueS:• Feeling weak or fatigued

• Experiencing pain or stiffness

• Numbness or tingling

• Having trouble balancing or walking

• Lymphedema (or swelling in the arms or legs)

• Memory problems

• Swallowing difficulty

• Difficulty dressing, bathing or other daily activities

IndIvIdualIzed treatment

An individualized program developed by the rehabilitation team addresses each patient’s functional limitations and concerns to help achieve the patient’s goals.

Using Data For GoodOnce diagnosed at an SIH facility, all cancer cases are tracked for the purposes of data analysis. The Cancer Registry role is to collect this data, check for accuracy and submit it to local, state and national agencies for the purpose of education, research, and outcome measurement. Confidentiality is strictly maintained.

This information is used to help government agencies to make important health decisions, such as what programs would make the most impact on our population. This is particularly helpful if that area has limited public health funds.

Rehabilitation Is a Part of Cancer Treatment

An active lifestyle including exercise can enhance a patient’s preparation and recovery through the cancer journey. Rehab Unlimited provides outpatient cancer rehabilitation services on-site at SIH Cancer Institute.

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R e g i s t e R O n l i n e a t

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Come Help us Celebrate a New era iN CaNCer Care

april 17, 2015 at siu studeNt CeNter ballrooms

•abbreviated Program

•Collection of gourmet tastes Presented in a

station atmosphere

•live Music & Dancing

•extended social time

• Raise Your glass to Hope — Mixology, Wine tasting & Beer tasting

•Black tie Optional

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The Extra TouchesEverything about the SIH Cancer Institute is designed with the patient in mind, addressing a well, thought-out set of needs. We’ve wrapped it all with nature’s elements for the purest form of reflection, healing and wholeness.

HealIng gardenS

The Healing Garden is situated in the SIH Cancer Institute’s interior courtyard. The garden offers heavily landscaped views including natural plant life and water features that provide tranquil, calming sounds. The garden includes a series of meandering paths, symbolizing the journey patients and families often travel and large boulders representing patients’ challenges and struggles along the way.

green leaF caFé

The Green Leaf Café promotes health and wellness by providing healthy food and beverage choices for patients, visitors, and staff. The café features coffee/beverage service, vending, made to order items, as well as, grab-n-go treats. Patrons can dine in the large open dining with floor to ceiling windows that showcases the beautiful southern Illinois landscape. During the warmer months, patrons will have the opportunity to dine outside on the landscaped patio overlooking the lake.

beauty wItHIn bOutIque

The Beauty Within Boutique helps cancer patients and survivors look and feel their best. This unique shop offers a wide variety of products designed to enhance appearance, boost self-confidence, and make the recovery process as comfortable as possible. The beautiful and spacious Appearance Center ensures privacy and comfort for those being assisted during consultations and wig fittings.

tranquIlIty cHapel

The Tranquility Chapel is a non-denominational chapel that provides an oasis for meditation and reflection. The chapel overlooks a heavily landscaped courtyard with water features. With the inclusion of comfortable seating and use of natural materials such as walnut veneer and limestone, visitors have a place of respite to retreat to while dealing with stressful and difficult diagnosis.

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reSOurce center

The Resource Center provides educational material for patients and families looking for more information on specific types of diagnosis and treatment options. Research and information gathering can be done in a comfortable, “living room” atmosphere equipped with soft sofa and lounge chair seating arranged around a fireplace setting. A Resource Specialist will be available to answer questions as needed.

InSpIrIng HOpe tHrOugH art

Expressions of strength, life and courage are represented all throughout the SIH Cancer Institute thanks to the work of local southern Illinois artists.

Varying pieces; some using glass, metals, textiles, paint and more, adorn the center giving a unique appeal meant to inspire healing and bring cheer to cancer patients.

1400 Pin Oak Drive, Carterville, IL 62918

Find Information & Answers

877.803.1212Jennifer Badiu, MHSA

System Director618.985.3333 ext 68301

Mary Rosenow, MDMedical Director

618.985.3333 ext 68307

To further support the Hope is Home campaign contact

618.457.5200 ext 67843

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