A multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled professionals cares for every patient of the Alegent Creighton Health Cancer Center. Using state-of-the-art technology and treatment regimens, our doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals treat hundreds of patients annually. Each patient receives an individualized care plan that includes treatment, support groups and continuing care.
Medical Oncology
These physicians specialize in diseases of the blood, bone marrow, spleen, and lymph glands. They treat conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma. They administer chemotherapy and perform bone marrow transplantation. Medical oncologists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of cancer and other benign tumors. They administer chemotherapy as well as work with primary care physicians and other medical specialists.
Alegent Creighton Clinic
Peter Silberstein, MD
Hematology & Oncology Consultants, PC
James Commers, MD
Abraham Mathews, MD
Samer Renno, MD
Inaganti Shah, MD
Joseph Verdirame, MD
Nebraska Cancer Specialists, PC
Margaret Block, MD
Ralph Hauke, MD
Timothy Huyck, MD
Robert Langdon, Jr. MD
Kirsten Leu, MD
Geetha Palaniappan, MD
David Silverberg, MD
Yungpo P. Su, MD
Gamini Soori, MD
Stefano Tarantolo, MD
Peter Townley, MD
Urology Cancer Center, PC
Luke Nordquist, MD
Radiation Oncology
Radiation onlcologists specialize in treating cancer using radiation. Radiation Oncologists decide what type of radiation therapy treatment is best, plan the treatment and carefully monitor the treatment of each of their patients.
Alegent Creighton Clinic
Cam Nguyen, MD
Hematology & Oncology Consultants, PC
Hadi Zahra, MD
Mohammed Zahra, MD
Nebraska Cancer Specialists, PC
John Longo, MD
Patrick McKenna, MD
Surgeons
Surgery often is used as a treatment for cancer. It may be done as a first-line treatment, or your doctor may recommend surgery after chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy has reduced the size of any operable tumors.
Surgery offers the greatest chance of cure for many types of cancer,
especially those that have not spread to other parts of the body. Most people with cancer will have some type of surgery. Cancer surgeries are performed by general surgeons or surgeons who specialize in cancer-related surgeries.
Alegent Creighton Health healthcare professionals work in various settings to meet the needs of people with cancer and their families.
Radiology
The Radiology Departments provide services used in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, including: diagnostic x-ray, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, CT scanning, MRI, mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, and PET scanning. The Alegent Creighton Health Radiology Departments are certified by the American College of Radiology.
Pathology
The Pathology Departments, which provide inpatient and outpatient services, analyze specimens used in the diagnostic work-up of malignancies. The laboratories are fully accredited by the College of American Pathologists.
Pharmacists
As a pharmacist reviews physician orders to fill prescriptions, he or she assesses potential drug interactions and contacts appropriate medical staff with recommendations. The pharmacist also monitors adverse reactions to medications, and teaches patients and families about their medications.
Radiation Therapists, Dosimetrists, and Physicists
These professionals, who plan and administer prescribed radiation treatments, are skilled in all aspects of radiation oncology.
OCN/AOCN – Oncology Nursing Certification/Advanced Oncology Nursing Certification is the formal recognition of the specialized knowledge, skills, and experience demonstrated by the achievement of standards identified by a nursing specialty to promote health outcomes. The purpose of certification is to assure the public that nurses have completed all eligibility criteria to earn a specific credential. Another purpose of certification is to promote the development of specialty areas of nursing. Oncology Nursing Certification signifies a nurse has met or exceeded rigorous criteria for knowledge and experience, and posses a measured competency in a demanding practice area. Patients and families whose care is delivered by certified nurses are reassured the nurses have obtained the knowledge and skill to competently provide specialized care.
Nurses
Nurses give physical and emotional care to patients in many settings: inpatient, outpatient, office, home, and skilled care areas. A nurse's role can range from giving chemotherapy at the bedside to coordinating outpatient care between the clinic and home. Clinicians and clinical nurse specialists support and educate patients and families, and may act as administrators of the inpatient and outpatient cancer care facilities. In addition, the Cancer Support Team is composed of case management, ostomy, Home Health Care and Hospice nurses.
Nurse Navigators
After the initial diagnosis, the patient is assigned to an oncology nurse navigator, an oncology certified nurse who is the single point of contact for patients and families. The nurse navigator assists with scheduling initial tests and consultations. They also collaborate with members of the medical team to ensure information is current and understood by all of the physicians, nurses and other team members. They help the patient and family members understand his or her diagnosis and plan of care.
Read more about nurse navigators
Nutrition
Registered dietitians available to provide nutrition counseling to help patients feel better and stay stronger throughout treatment. Services include: nutrition assessment including estimation of calorie and protein needs, education and counseling on therapeutic diets, counseling on management of treatment side effects, counseling and recommendations regarding specialized feedings such as enteral and parenteral nutrition and public education presentations on topics ranging from cancer prevention to good nutrition throughout treatment.
Rehabilitation Therapists
Physical, occupational, speech, and recreational therapists seek to return patients to their highest level of independence. Therapists work with patients in various settings to: teach routine daily activities and specialized fine motor skills; swallowing and speech modifications; and leisure education activities.
Chaplains
While chaplains offer spiritual support and rituals for patients and their families, they also provide: counseling regarding Advance Directives , help in finding clergy for any denomination and support in health crisis situations.
Home Health / Hospice
Home care and hospice services are provided to patients through Alegent Creighton Health's Hospice Services Department. Alegent Creighton Health and the Visiting Nurse Association are co-sponsors of Hospice House at 7415 Cedar Street, Omaha, Nebraska.
Inpatient Social Work
Inpatient social workers help cancer patients connect with emotional support resources, financial assistance and assist with insurance questions.
Cancer Support Team
When cancer is diagnosed, an oncology-certified social worker will meet with you and your family to provide ongoing education and support throughout the ever-changing treatment process. Their goal is to make sure well coordinated care and service is provided to each patient and family served. They will connect and make referrals to other members of the Alegent Creighton Health Cancer Center support team based on your needs. Learn more about our Cancer Support Team.
Volunteers
These trained individuals are available to visit with patients and families, to direct them to the appropriate departments, and to offer a helping hand when needed.
