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There is hope: Advancements in ovarian cancer treatment provides hope for patients
When women are told they have a diagnosis of ovarian cancer, their first thought is usually fear. This is the cancer that we don’t always talk about. This is the cancer where we don’t see so many runs and walks and rallies and ribbons adorning the food we buy and the events we attend. It’s not pink. It’s teal. Is teal scarier? Well, breast cancer is no walk in the park, but what about teal?
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Hope Hike: Supporting Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors Every Step of the Way
We’re with you every step of the way…It’s not just a slogan at Orlando Health Cancer Institute. Throughout the year, it’s a metaphor for the care and compassion the cancer center provides to patients and survivors. But in October, it takes on a literal meaning when the Orlando Health community literally walks the talk by sponsoring the Hope Hike to raise awareness of breast cancer.
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New Procedure May Reduce Lifetime Stroke Risk in A-Fib Patients
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the country, and every year 795,000 Americans experience this condition.
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Intense Chemotherapy Isn’t Significantly Better Than Standard Chemotherapy
A type of more frequent chemotherapy in which women receive treatment every two weeks isn’t significantly better than traditional chemotherapy, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
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Understanding what a Patient Care Coordinator Can Do for You
Navigating the complex world of patient care can be a stressful and difficult experience. When you or a loved one is recovering from any medical issue, getting back to health should be the main focus. You shouldn’t be confused about what services are needed or where to go to find them. That’s where Orlando Health’s dedicated team of Patient Care Coordinators come in. Each Patient Care Coordinator is trained to help assist with any questions a patient may have – whether that’s over the phone, via email or in person. They make sure that care plans are initiated and followed, and can help patients better understand medical conditions, medications and instructions, both in the hospital and at home.
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Adam’s Story: “Space-Aged Machine” Helps Patient Overcome Heart Condition
"This sounds just like Star Wars. You'd expect Captain Kirk to walk up."
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Building Health Literacy: How to Empower Patients with Health Information
With all the health information available online, in doctor’s offices and during doctor-patient interactions, it can be difficult for patients to make sense of it all.
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TAVR Procedure Brings New Hope to Heart Patients
In years past, people with severe aortic valve stenosis had few choices for treatment—but the TAVR procedure offers a new option that can literally bring new life to heart patients.
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Innovative HIPEC Therapy Provides Another Option for Cancer Patients
For a patient with cancer, standard treatments include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy or some combination of the three. Some cancers have historically been very resistant to these treatments. One such situation is when cancer involves the peritoneum, the lining of the abdominal cavity and its organs. This is caused by the spread of cancer cells from preexisting cancers such as colorectal, appendix, ovarian and stomach cancer. It also can be caused by peritoneal mesothelioma.
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Building Bridges Between EMS and ER Team Helps Patients
When someone has a medical emergency and can’t get to the hospital on their own, an ambulance with a paramedic accompanies them, providing medical treatment until the person is under the care of the emergency room staff. But what happens when that ambulance rolls up to the ER entrance?
