About Baptist Health Floyd Cancer Center

Baptist Health Floyd Cancer Center, a department of Baptist Health Floyd, is focused on diagnosing and treating cancer using advanced technology and the most effective and cutting-edge treatments available. We also know that an ideal cancer treatment plan includes more than just diagnosing and treating the disease. Patients also need help controlling pain, accessing support services and clinical trials, and healing physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

We’re proud to lead in the fight against cancer on many fronts. The Cancer Care Center at Baptist Health Floyd seeks to meet all our patients’ needs through a multidisciplinary team approach including Medical and Radiation Oncology. Plus, we are part of the Baptist Health Cancer Research Network, where we perform clinical trials to help find innovative new methods of cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

As a center devoted to the individual, you will find an array of resources and compassionate, skilled professionals who will be with you on your cancer care journey. Our goal is to provide the medical, physical, spiritual and financial support that matters most to each patient.

Services and Treatments Offered at Floyd Cancer Center

Treatments

Baptist Health is known for being one of the most advanced adult cancer programs in the region for quality of care, outcomes and patient safety. The Cancer Care Center at Baptist Health Floyd offers extensive diagnostic and treatment options for a wide range of cancers, even complex and rare conditions. Cancer can be treated in a variety of ways, including:

Radiation

Small doses of high-energy radiation can be effective in killing certain types of cancer cells and in relieving cancer symptoms, including pain, pressure and bleeding. The number of radiation treatments depends upon the type of cancer. At the Cancer Care Center at Baptist Health Floyd, we offer:

Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT)

Delivers high doses of radiation, through several beams of various intensities aimed at different angles, to precisely target tumors.

Image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT)

Uses imaging techniques during therapy to more precisely and accurately treat tumors while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue.

Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)

Uses advanced technology to manipulate beams of radiation to conform to the shape of a tumor.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is the use of special drugs that kill cancer cells. Depending on the type of cancer, chemotherapy can be given as a pill, applied to the skin or injected as an infusion through an IV. It may also be given before surgery to shrink a tumor, after surgery to kill remaining cancer cells, or to help reduce symptoms of cancer.

Surgery

Some cancers are best treated with surgery to remove a tumor and surrounding tissue. At Baptist Health, we offer innovative surgical options performed by distinguished specialists, including minimally invasive procedures for shorter hospital stays and highly precise robot-assisted surgery.

Hormonal therapy

Hormonal therapy can treat cancers that use certain hormones to grow or spread. This therapy slows or stops the growth of hormone-sensitive tumors by blocking the body’s production of hormones or interfering with the effects of hormones on these tumors.

Immunotherapy

Substances made by the body or in a laboratory can be given to strengthen the immune system to help fight certain cancers.

Clinical trials

Through the Baptist Health Cancer Research Network, we are able to help patients access promising new treatments that, in most cases, are not available outside of the trial.

Hematology treatments

These therapies specifically treat blood cancers and associated disorders.

Services

Appointments for our high-quality services are available to fit your schedule. In addition to our primary office in New Albany, we also provider services at convenient satellite locations in Corydon, Salem and Scottsburg so you can get the support you need, close to home.

We offer specialty clinics and services for patients with complex needs, including:

• A high-risk breast cancer clinic
• A high-risk colon cancer clinic
• A comprehensive Pain Management Center
• A coumadin clinic
• A cancer rehabilitation clinic
• On-site diagnostic imaging – including PET/CT and X-ray – and lab services
• On-site pharmacy services
• Lung cancer CT screenings
• Genetic testing and counseling
• 24/7 on-call physician support
• Ambry Care
• EON lung screening

With You Every Step of the Way From Diagnosis to Treatment

To help prevent and fight cancer, you need care that is personalized and provided by experts trained in the most effective cancer care. Our experienced team works together and with you to not only fight your cancer with advanced treatment options, but to reduce treatment side effects, support your well-being and help you live well beyond cancer.

Preparing for Your Visit to Baptist Health Floyd Cancer Center

Preparing for your visit to the oncologist can help you get the most out of your appointment. Here are some steps to take before your visit:

• Gather Medical Records & History: Bring all relevant medical records, including any previous cancer diagnoses, treatments, or related conditions. If your oncologist is at a different hospital or clinic, request copies of imaging (CT scans, MRIs, PET scans), pathology reports, and lab tests. Write down your personal and family history of cancer or other medical conditions.
• List Your Medications: Include all prescription and over-the-counter medications, supplements, and vitamins you take. Note the dosages and how often you take them.
• Prepare Your Questions: Write down any questions or concerns you have.
• Bring a Support Person: A family member or friend can help take notes, remember details, and provide emotional support.
• Lifestyle and Symptom Tracking: Keep a log of any symptoms, pain levels, fatigue, or side effects. Note any lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, or sleep patterns that could be relevant.
• Mental and Emotional Preparation: Oncology appointments can be overwhelming, so consider relaxation techniques like deep breathing. If needed, ask about support groups, counseling, or resources.

Our Team

The cancer care team at the Cancer Care Center at Baptist Health Floyd includes:

• Board-certified hematologists
• Board-certified medical, surgical and radiation oncologists
• Board-certified oncology pharmacists
• Breast health specialists
• Certified genetic counselors
• Chaplains
• Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants
• Registered Dietitians
• Financial counselors
• Nurse navigators
• Plastic surgeons for breast reconstruction
• Psychological counselors
• Radiologists
• Social workers
• Nurses
• Laboratory support
• Radiation Therapists

Awards and Recognition

The Cancer Care Center at Baptist Health Floyd is the only southern Indiana cancer center accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).

We are accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program with commendations. This designation means we are committed to providing only the best in cancer diagnosis and treatment.

For more information about our Medical Oncology services or to schedule a tour of our facilities, please call 812.945.4000. For information about Radiation Oncology services, please call 812.981.6246