What does FWCC mean in CANCER

Feist Weiller Cancer Center offers a wide range of cancer treatments and services including surgical, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy & gene therapy; clinical trials; and supportive and complementary care such as nutrition services and pain management.

You are welcome to bring a family member or friend to your appointment for support. Due to limited seating in our exam rooms, we do ask that only one guest accompany you.

Your primary care team may include physicians such as medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, surgeons and nurses. Other members may include social workers, pharmacists and dietitians.

Yes, our Patient Navigators can help you review your test results and explain the different treatment options for your diagnosis so you can make an informed decision about your care plan.

We offer free Patient Transportation Services for patients who need assistance getting to their appointments. Please contact us for more information about this service or visit our website here.

This depends on the type of cancer you have been treated for and other factors related to your health history. The standard follow-up plan may involve visits at certain intervals after treatment is completed—typically every three months for the first two years following treatment then every six months during years three through five post-treatment, unless otherwise recommended by your doctor.

Yes! We partner with nearby lodging facilities that provide discounted rates for our patients and their families. Our guest services team is available Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm (CST) to assist with any questions or arrangements needed with regards to local lodging accommodations.

Financial assistance programs designed specifically for cancer patients are available through our center as well as various organizations in the community. Our patient navigators are available to discuss all financial aid options with you in detail when needed.

Absolutely! Our center hosts a variety of support groups that meet virtually or in-person throughout the course of each month depending on availability and patient interest level in specific topics related to cancer care or survivorship issues. Contact us here for more information regarding which support group might best fit your needs at this time.