Comprehensive Cancer Program
Knowledge is power in the fight against cancer. That's why the Comprehensive Cancer Program at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas is dedicated to providing information to help you make sense of your cancer diagnosis and treatment options. In addition, skilled specialists and advanced services combine to give you the quality health care you need to fight this disease. The physicians on the medical staff and employees at the Comprehensive Cancer Program offer a full continuum of care, including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, education, support, prevention, research and long-term follow-up of patients.
Emotional, social and spiritual support can be as important as medical care in battling cancer, and the Comprehensive Cancer Program offers a number of programs to give you this support. The goal of the program's educational and support programs is to replace fear with facts and hopelessness with healing.
Since 1982, the Comprehensive Cancer Program has been accredited by the American College of Surgeons, a designation only 25 percent of all programs in the United States receive. In addition, the program is credentialed by the Association of Community Cancer Centers.
Nutrition Services
Good nutrition plays a vital role in managing digestive health conditions. Registered dietitians on the Clinical Nutrition Services Team at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas are available to assess your nutritional health and develop a plan to help you manage your condition. Dietitians can address a wide range of digestive health conditions, including celiac sprue, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, lactose intolerance, diverticulosis and constipation.
Your appointment with the dietitian includes evaluation of the following:
- Health history
- Eating style/pattern
- Health behaviors
- Activity level
- Energy and nutrient needs
- Nutritional supplements (vitamins, minerals, herbs)
To schedule an appointment
A physician referral is required in order to meet with a dietitian. A referral form can be faxed to 214-345-8478. You can then schedule an appointment by calling 214-345-1800. Insurance coverage for these services will vary according to your specific provider, health concern or disease condition, so please check with your provider before your appointment.
The Outpatient Nutrition Clinic is located in the Jackson Building of the Texas Health Dallas campus.
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