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Florida
Hospital Digestive Health Center and Florida Hospital Cancer
Institute
Leading the Fight Against Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal
Cancer Treatment
How
is colorectal cancer treated?
If cancer is found, the FHCI has developed a comprehensive
program with a multidisciplinary approach to providing the
best care for patients with colorectal cancer. Colon cancer
can be treated by surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy -
or a combination of all these modalities.
At the
core of the Colorectal Cancer Program at the FHCI is a team
of the country's leading colorectal cancer experts who work
together to deliver the most comprehensive treatment to each
patient.
The
Colorectal Cancer Team
With the help of the Colorectal Cancer Team, Florida Hospital
treats more cancer patients than any other system in Florida.
Our nurses, board-certified physicians and other cancer specialists
are leading the way in developing advanced therapies for fighting
colorectal cancer. And we treat each patient as an individual,
with respect and compassion.
All of
our physicians are board certified and have extensive knowledge
in colorectal cancer. With numerous years of experience and
training, our Colorectal Cancer Team includes experts who
are among the best and most experienced physicians in the
country.
The management
of colorectal cancers typically involves a variety of specialists,
whom we have integrated into our Colorectal Cancer Team. These
specialists include gastroenterologists, enterstomal therapists,
radiologists, pathologists, colorectal and general surgeons,
medical oncologists and radiation oncologists. To make an
appointment with one of our Colorectal Cancer Team physicians,
call 407/303-2514.
Care
Coordinator
Another key member of the Colorectal Cancer Team is our care
coordinator. The primary role of our care coordinator is to
make things easier for those with abnormal colonoscopy results
or a diagnosis of colorectal cancer. The care coordinator
explains procedures and options, assists patients with rapid
scheduling of all appointments and consultations with the
Colorectal Cancer Team, and provides patients with information
on the latest clinical trials. Anyone can self-refer to the
care coordinator. All calls are free and confidential, and
no insurance authorization is required. To schedule a consultation
or for more information on our Colorectal Cancer Program,
call 407/303-2514.
Second
Opinion Services
When faced with colorectal cancer, it is often necessary for
patients to seek out a second opinion. Patients may decide
to obtain a second opinion to confirm that their first diagnosis
is accurate, confirm their choice of treatment, learn about
other options available or fulfill a requirement of their
insurance plan. The FHCI offers a wide range of physicians
who provide second opinions. We can match patients with the
appropriate specialist to discuss diagnosis and treatment
options.
To schedule
an appointment for a second opinion, call 407/303-5623.
Call
1-866-888-0866 for more information about the nationally ranked
Florida Hospital Digestive Health Center.
1-866-888-0866
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