Your First Treatment
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Eat a light breakfast or lunch before your treatment.
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Bring drinks or snacks as needed.
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Take all prescription medication as usual, unless instructed otherwise.
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Remember to take any prescribed pre-treatment medications such as steroids or anti-nausea drugs.
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Treatment times will vary with different chemotherapies. Our checkout staff or your nurse will tell you how long your treatment should take.
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Your nurse will discuss with you your planned chemotherapy and provide information on specific chemotherapy drugs, possible side effects and how to manage side effects as needed.
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You are welcome to have 1 adult visitor sit with you while receiving your treatment.
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Write down and bring with you any questions and concerns.
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Nursing staff will be available throughout your treatment to answer any questions or address any concerns you or your family may have.
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For your comfort the following items will be available: (items may vary by office)
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Wi-Fi Access
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Oxygen
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Blankets
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Pillows
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DVD player and assortment of movies.