Plano Health & Wellness Center provides support for cancer patients
In August , Baylor Scott & White Health celebrated a major milestone : the opening of the Baylor Scott & White Charles A . Sammons Cancer Center Health and Wellness Center – Plano . The accomplishment gives a permanent home to an array of support programs which are in place to enhance the quality clinical care Plano is known for .
The Cancer Health & Wellness Center helps patients understand and manage the physical , emotional and spiritual challenges of cancer . It features 7,500 square feet of patientand family-friendly space , located adjacent to the Women ’ s Imaging Center and physician offices . While many of these services have been offered , patients can now access them all in one space .
The Cancer Health & Wellness Center was entirely funded by philanthropy , including a $ 500,000 Celebrating Women grant and a gift from Texas Oncology . Many areas within the Cancer Health & Wellness Center are named and funded graciously by our donors , such as the Mark Engleman , M . D ., Resource Library . The late Dr . Engleman specialized in radiation oncology and was in practice for more than 12 years with Texas Oncology Plano West . In this role , he led the establishment of an award-winning cancer program at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
– Plano , where he served as medical director of oncology services . His life ’ s work was dedicated to creating a comprehensive and award-winning cancer program to help those in need pre- and post-treatment . Among his many accomplishments , he helped establish a nationally recognized breast cancer program at Baylor Scott & White – Plano , and was a pioneer in helping to establish oncology protocols that benefit cancer patients at Baylor Scott & White – Plano . In addition , he was instrumental in obtaining multiple Commission on Cancer designations .
The Cancer Health & Wellness Center is an answer to increasing demand for cancer care . Over the last five years , Baylor Scott & White – Plano has seen a large increase in both total cancer cases and surgical oncology cancer cases .
“ At Baylor Scott & White – Plano , our mission is to provide personalized health and wellness through exemplary care , and in that effort , we are proud of the opening of our Cancer Health & Wellness Center ,” said Jerri Garison , president of Baylor Scott & White – Plano . “ Dedicated to meeting the needs of our community , our desire is to come alongside patients , help guide them through the cancer journey and give them hope .”
This demand reflects national
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Cancer Health & Wellness Center Services
• Nurse Navigation
• Genetic Counseling
• Education and Support
trends , and can be attributed to population growth , especially among the 65-and-older population , as well earlier screening and diagnosis , more targeted treatments and technology advancements .
Each year , Baylor Scott & White – Plano cares for approximately 3,000 oncology patients and 1,000 surgical oncology patients . As they navigate life after diagnosis , the Cancer Health & Wellness Center is a convenient , comfortable “ home ” for their physical , spiritual and emotional needs .
Services
• Resource Library
• Demonstration Kitchen
• Nutritional Counseling
• Risk Assessment Exam Rooms
• Fitness Center
• Medical Psychology
To learn more about the Cancer Health & Wellness Center , contact Sarah Burdi at 214.820.4721 or Sarah . Burdi @ BSWHealth . org .