
Your CCK Treatment Team
Get started on the road back to good healthThe Cancer Center of Kansas specializes in the treatment of all types of cancer and blood disorders. Once your diagnosis has been established, your oncology team will create a treatment regimen specifically for you. Your treatment team works together to promote optimum healthcare and positive outcomes. Our nurses are highly trained, and many are board certified in oncology (requiring expertise in oncology, immunology, pharmacology, community health and critical care).
Your Chemotherapy Guide
If you want to feel better and live longer . . . Learn all you can, Seek the support of others, Feel good about yourself!Our staff is committed to providing you with the best possible care. The success of your treatment begins with knowing you can do this! Knowledge of how chemotherapy works relieves many fears you might have, and helps to alleviate possible side effects. We have developed this page to give you the information you will need to get started on the road back to good health.
Treatment Scheduling
Treatment hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 to 5:00 p.m.
You will receive a treatment schedule in the mail 3-5 days after seeing the doctor. It will include all appointments up to and including your next doctor visit and treatment. Please note that you may be given appointment times for different services all in the same day (e.g. lab appointment and treatment or office visit). If lab is necessary before your treatment, it will be indicated on your appointment print out. There is a one-hour interval scheduled between lab and all visits requiring the lab results. If no lab is required before your treatment, your medications will be prepared and ready for your scheduled appointment time.
Side Effect Management
Some patients experience side effects with anticancer treatment. Here are a few of the more common symptoms and some “first steps” to feeling better.Patient Chemotherapy Guides and Instructions
WalkMed Pump
Neulasta On-Body Injector
Feel Good About Yourself
Feeling good and looking good go hand-in-hand. It is no different for cancer patients. Personal appearance can play an important role in a positive approach in your diagnosis.
We recognize that some patients are faced with challenges which go beyond personal hygiene and good grooming, especially those who experience appearance-related side effects of chemotherapy, surgery and radiation.
Hair Loss
For patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments, hair loss is a possible side effect. While the loss of hair is usually only temporary, once chemotherapy ends, hair growth usually returns. It can begin to return as soon as two or three weeks after ending treatment.
During the interim, you may choose to wear a wig, cap, scarf or turban. Selection of a wig or hairpiece should occur prior to hair loss so that the wig conforms to your natural hair color and usual hairstyle.
Reimbursement for Wigs
Some health insurance policies reimburse for wigs. Please check with your insurance company concerning its policy. The resources patients have recommended are:
- Victory in the Valley – Free wigs, turbans, care of wigs & facials – (316) 682-7400
- American Cancer Society – Free donated wigs – (316) 265-3400
- Look Good/Feel Better Program – Care of wigs – (316) 265-3400
Post-Mastectomy Needs
While most patients have experienced surgery prior to treatment at the Cancer Center, patients who have undergone mastectomies face special challenges in maintaining their personal appearance. Early post-mastectomy patients may be in need of a breast prosthesis. Mastectomy bras are available through several retail stores, such as Sears and J.C. Penney. Further information can be obtained through:
- American Cancer Society – (316) 265-3400
- Aleta’s Bras & Lingerie – (316) 682-0132
- Feminine Fashions – (316) 681-1842
- Total HomeCare – (316) 264-9797
- Jodee Breast Forms, bras, professional fitters,prosthesis reimbursement – (800) 759-0501
Look Good/Feel Better
Look Good/Feel Better is a program that helps cancer patients improve their appearance and self-image by teaching them hands-on beauty techniques that overcome the appearance-related side effects of chemotherapy and radiation.
It is completely free of charge. Every patient may receive one demonstration, in either a group or individual session. Volunteer cosmetologists are certified by the National Cosmetology Association. Call the American Cancer Society to reserve your seat – (316) 265-3400.