Vermont Cancer Center
Patient Care & Clinical Services
Fletcher Allen Health Care and the Vermont Cancer Center are working together to translate the latest research findings into life-saving care that makes a difference in the lives of patients.
Fletcher Allen offers a team approach to care, bringing together all of the experts involved in a patient's care in one place, on the same day. This makes for a more comprehensive approach to patient care, and makes better use of patients' time - reducing the number of appointments with various specialists. The team provides an evaluation and develops a personalized treatment plan that includes all the resources needed - education, diagnosis, treatment, research, and support.
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Support for Patients
- Support Groups
- Support Services
- Transportation & Lodging
- Patient Advocacy
- UVM Program in Integrative Health
- VTAAC - Vermonters Taking Action Against Cancer
Cancer Resources
- Local Information Centers
- Cancer Information Web Sites
- Classes and Workshops
- Vermont Department of Health Cancer Control Information
Treatment & Prevention Programs
Dittus and Steps to Wellness Team Help Cancer Survivors Get Back on their Feet
A cancer diagnosis – not to mention the treatments that follow – is physically and emotionally draining, and ideally, patients rely on a support team to get them through the process. Helping cancer survivors regain strength and energy after treatment requires a team effort, too... read the full story.
Wood ASCO Presentation Focuses on Importance of Cancer Family History
Clinical trial findings presented at the American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting – attended by roughly 30,000 cancer specialists from around the world – often impacts the current standards of care for cancer patients. On June 4, 2012, research presented by Marie Wood, M.D., University of Vermont professor of medicine and director of the Familial Cancer Program at the Vermont Cancer Center, was highlighted at the meeting... read the full story.
UVM College of Medicine Marathon Team Raises Funds for Cancer Survivors
On May 27, 2012, nearly 100 members of the University of Vermont College of Medicine Marathon Team joined 700 two-person relay teams, 700 three- to five-person relay teams and more than 3,100 marathoners to run in the Keybank Vermont City Marathon in Burlington, VT... read the full story.
Last modified April 30 2013 01:15 PM
