Director of Nursing is co-author of an article that focuses on the results of a feasibility study whose purpose was to “assess the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effects of a nurse-led intervention for managing fear of cancer progression in advanced cancer patients.”
Fearing exposure to COVID-19, many people delayed or even skipped regular screenings. As a result, a growing number of cancers are being diagnosed at later stages when they require more complex treatment and often result in higher mortality rates.
Fort Myers, Fla., Dec. 10, 2020 — Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Delray Beach. Located at 5130 Linton Blvd. Suite B-4, Delray Beach, FL 33484, the new clinic provides advanced treatments and a variety of services to adults with cancer. The new location is the fifth FCS facility in Palm Beach County, joining locations in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington and Lake Worth (which opened in September 2020).
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) and Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), a leading health and well-being company, finalized an agreement to expand coverage for 19 counties. Agreement will enable Humana Medicare Advantage members in 54 counties in-network access to FCS’ value-based community cancer care and leading oncology services
Physicians, clinicians and senior leaders of Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) recently attended the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO) Fall Session and are among those selected to serve as committee chairs and board members for the nationally recognized advocacy group.
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is pleased to announce it is expanding the number of locations in its statewide network that are offering the DigniCap® Scalp Cooling System to minimize hair loss from certain cancer treatments.
Co-Authored by Florida Cancer Specialists Oncologists Lucio Gordan, MD and Michael Diaz, MD, Study Predicts Significant Increase in Late-Stage Cancers and Potentially More Cancer Deaths
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Diane Cope, PhD, APRN, BC, AOCNP Co-Authors Study on Interventions for Fear of Cancer Progression in Advanced CancerDirector of Nursing is co-author of an article that focuses on the results of a feasibility study whose purpose was to “assess the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary effects of a nurse-led intervention for managing fear of cancer progression in advanced cancer patients.”
New Study Finds Dangerous Delays in Cancer Care During PandemicFearing exposure to COVID-19, many people delayed or even skipped regular screenings. As a result, a growing number of cancers are being diagnosed at later stages when they require more complex treatment and often result in higher mortality rates.
Florida Cancer Specialists Patient Spotlight: Stephanie Peace“I’ve never smoked a day in my life, but lung cancer doesn’t care.” – Stephanie Peace, FCS Lee County patient.
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute Expands Care With New Location in Delray BeachFort Myers, Fla., Dec. 10, 2020 — Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Delray Beach. Located at 5130 Linton Blvd. Suite B-4, Delray Beach, FL 33484, the new clinic provides advanced treatments and a variety of services to adults with cancer. The new location is the fifth FCS facility in Palm Beach County, joining locations in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington and Lake Worth (which opened in September 2020).
Florida Cancer Specialists and Humana Sign Agreement Expanding Medicare Coverage to 19 Additional Counties Throughout FloridaFlorida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) and Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), a leading health and well-being company, finalized an agreement to expand coverage for 19 counties. Agreement will enable Humana Medicare Advantage members in 54 counties in-network access to FCS’ value-based community cancer care and leading oncology services
Florida Cancer Specialists Maintains Leadership Involvement in FLASCOPhysicians, clinicians and senior leaders of Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) recently attended the Florida Society of Clinical Oncology (FLASCO) Fall Session and are among those selected to serve as committee chairs and board members for the nationally recognized advocacy group.
Florida Cancer Specialists Expands Number of Locations Offering DigniCap® Scalp Cooling SystemFlorida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is pleased to announce it is expanding the number of locations in its statewide network that are offering the DigniCap® Scalp Cooling System to minimize hair loss from certain cancer treatments.
New Study Warns of Negative Impact COVID-19 is Having on Cancer Screenings, Diagnosis and TreatmentCo-Authored by Florida Cancer Specialists Oncologists Lucio Gordan, MD and Michael Diaz, MD, Study Predicts Significant Increase in Late-Stage Cancers and Potentially More Cancer Deaths