University Cancer & Blood Center’s Post

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 As a reminder, all UCBC locations are closed today.

Please note: all University Cancer & Blood Centers locations will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

All month long, we've been celebrating the first anniversary of our Comprehensive Cancer Center. As we close out the month, we're reflecting on this quote from our CEO, Loretta Goodson. "Having the breadth of cancer services in one location allows us to span a patient’s entire journey. UCBC’s dedication to pioneering cutting-edge treatments and providing compassionate, coordinated cancer treatment is at the very core of what we do, and this momentous expansion fully encapsulates that mission.” As we look back on the last year, we have been so honored to offer a fully integrated approach to cancer care in the heart of Athens. To all of our wonderful staff and patients, we thank you for taking this journey with us!

For more than 40 years, Athens and Northeast Georgia have trusted University Cancer & Blood Center for excellence in cancer care. Our sister organization University Health Alliance offers complete, coordinated care across gastroenterology, colorectal services, and primary care service lines. If you're not already following University Health Alliance, we encourage you to do so on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gi3sZak6 Instagram: https://lnkd.in/gbp86a8D LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/g7SCiNaG Together, we're committed to growing, expanding, and continuing to provide complete, convenient, and compassionate care for all. 💙

As we continue to celebrate the first anniversary of our Comprehensive Cancer Center, we want to recognize our incredible clinical research department. Located on the third floor, our clinical research department truly embodies the UCBC spirit of always improving and moving forward. As one of the most prolific clinical trial facilities in Georgia, we know that we’re part of a global community of researchers, collectively working towards a common goal. We approach clinical trial opportunities as an extension of patient care, incorporating them whenever evidence suggests an individual’s treatment and recovery could benefit from engaging in one of our active clinical trials. Learn more about our active clinical trials here: https://bit.ly/3QzNIOQ

Today we're spotlighting the third floor of our Comprehensive Cancer Center, which features a window-lined waiting room and brightly colored exam rooms. Here, patient care coordinators help schedule treatment and facilitate continuity in care. Learn more about our Comprehensive Cancer Center: https://bit.ly/3PGtfqx

UCBC was proud to host Georgia Alliance for Breast Cancer's recent Survivorship Breakfast. We had over 125 attendees who enjoyed a complimentary breakfast, expert panel discussions, and survivor goodie bags. Thank you to all who made this breakfast possible for our wonderful attendees. We'd like to extend a special thank you to our presenters, Kris Schultz-Tanner, FNP-C, ACGN, Dr. Ashley Ray, and Michelle Clark, LCSW!

For the 4th year in a row, UCBC is excited to announce that we received the award for "Best Cancer Center" by the Athens Banner-Herald. Our mission is to bring world-class cancer treatment to our region, and we're proud to be recognized by our community in this way. We're grateful to all our patients and families who voted for us!

University Cancer and Blood Center is proud to play a vital role in helping advance cancer treatment through clinical research. 💖 In honor of Breast Cancer Research Day, we're highlighting our clinical trials team as well as the numerous breast cancer clinical trials we are currently participating in. #NationalBreastCancerResearchDay

The second floor of our Comprehensive Cancer Center houses our specially designed Theranostics treatment rooms. Theranostics is a personalized approach to treating cancer, using both diagnostics (imaging) and therapy tools as part of the treatment. During Theranostics treatments, cancer cells are targeted and destroyed with precision without damaging healthy cell tissue. These rooms are made of lead lined walls and doors to eliminate the risk of staff, patients, and patient family members being exposed to the radioactive material. Like the rest of our Comprehensive Cancer Center, our Theranostics rooms are designed with patient comfort in mind, offering an environment where patients can undergo treatment and relax. Learn more about our Comprehensive Cancer Center: https://bit.ly/3PGtfqx