Genesis Radiation Oncology earns reaccreditation

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American College of Radiology Award demonstrates excellence 

Genesis Cancer Services’ Radiation Oncology department has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Radiation oncology is the careful use of high-energy radiation to treat cancer. This is the third consecutive time Genesis has earned the three-year accreditation. 

 

“This accreditation is a testament to our team of skilled, experienced and compassionate physicians, nurses, technologists and others working hard each day to provide high-quality radiation oncology care to our patients,” said Pebbles Kieber, Director of Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services at Genesis HealthCare System. “We are pleased the ACR recognizes our efforts.” 

 

The ACR seal of accreditation represents the highest level of quality and patient safety. Genesis earned the accreditation by meeting specific practice guidelines and technical standards developed by the ACR. Patient care and treatment, patient safety, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs were assessed during the review. For more information about Genesis Cancer Services, visit genesishcs.org/cancer

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Genesis Cancer Services’ Radiation Oncology department has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

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Free mammograms for those in need in October

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Several community businesses and healthcare organizations are partnering to offer free mammograms to those who can’t afford one due to lack of insurance, being under-insured or not having the ability to pay. Coconis Furniture, Marquee Broadcasting (WHIZ-TV), Genesis HealthCare System, Muskingum County Community Foundation, Southeastern Ohio Breast and Cervical Cancer Project, and Riverside Radiology/Lucid Health are committed to ensuring area residents receive this life-saving breast cancer screening regardless of their ability to pay.

 

During the month of October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, vouchers for free mammograms are available at Coconis Furniture locations and the Genesis Cancer Care Center for community members to pick up. Mammograms will be conducted at the Genesis HealthPlex in Zanesville or the Genesis Coshocton Medical Center by the end of 2024, free of charge.

 

For more information, contact Pebbles Kieber, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services, at (740) 454-4274.

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You could save your life with a lung cancer screening

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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force revised lung cancer screening recommendations in March 2021 to include people who meet all the following requirements:  

• Have a 20-cigarette pack-year or more history. 

A pack-year is smoking an average of one pack of cigarettes per day for one year. For example, a person could have a 20 pack-year history by smoking one pack a day for 20 years or two packs a day for 10 years.  

• Smoke now or have quit within the past 15 years.  

• Are between 50 and 80 years old.  

• Have no signs or symptoms of lung cancer. 

 

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Learn more about Low-dose CT Scans here: Genesishcs.org/Screenings

 

 

 


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Prostate cancer screening can save your life

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According to the American Cancer Society: 

  • About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. 

  • Prostate cancer is more likely to develop in older men, with the average age of 67 when first diagnosed. 

  • Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in American men, behind lung cancer.  

  • About 1 in 43 men will die of prostate cancer. 

 

Early detection matters: 

  • 99% – 5-year survival rate if cancer is detected early before it spreads or only spreads to nearby structures or lymph nodes. 

  • 32% – 5-year survival rate if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body such as the lungs, liver or bones. 

 

Your screening options: 

  • Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test 

  • Digital rectal exam (DRE) 

  • No single screening is absolute. A diagnosis is usually dependent on several factors, and other tests like a prostate biopsy or an MRI may be needed. 

Discuss your options with your Primary Care Physician. You may also be referred to a Urologist for testing, diagnosis and a plan of treatment if you are diagnosed with prostate cancer. 

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99% – 5-year survival rate if cancer is detected early before it spreads or only spreads to nearby structures or lymph nodes. 

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Free mammograms for those in need

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Several community business and healthcare organizations are partnering to offer free mammograms to those who can’t afford one due to lack of insurance, being under-insured or not having the ability to pay. Coconis Furniture, Marquee Broadcasting (WHIZ-TV), Genesis HealthCare System, Muskingum County Community Foundation, Southeastern Ohio Breast and Cervical Cancer Project, and Riverside Radiology and Interventional Associates are committed to ensuring area residents receive this essential breast cancer screening regardless of their ability to pay.

 

During the month of October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, WHIZ-TV is airing a public service campaign on their NBC, FOX5 and MeTV stations to promote the free mammogram program. Vouchers for free mammograms are available at Coconis Furniture locations and the Genesis Cancer Care Center for community members to pick up. Patients may call Genesis Central Scheduling at (740) 454-4242 to schedule their mammogram to be conducted at Genesis imaging locations in Zanesville and Coshocton by the end of 2023, free of charge.

 

Last year 64 patients were able to receive free mammograms due to the efforts of these community organizations, and one person was identified with early breast cancer. For more information, contact Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services, at (740) 454-4274.

 

 

 

 

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Free Mammograms for Those in Need

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Zanesville, Ohio (Sept. 28, 2022) – Several community business and healthcare organizations are partnering to offer free mammograms to those who can’t afford one due to lack of insurance, being under-insured or not having the ability to pay. Coconis Furniture, WHIZ TV, Genesis HealthCare System, Muskingum County Community Foundation, Southeastern Ohio Breast and Cervical Cancer Project, and Riverside Radiology and Interventional Associates are committed to ensuring area residents receive this essential breast cancer screening regardless of their ability to pay.

 

During the month of October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, WHIZ TV is airing commercials to promote the free mammogram program. Vouchers for free mammograms are available at Coconis Furniture locations and the Genesis Cancer Care Center for community members to pick up. Patients call Genesis Central Scheduling at (740) 454-4242 to schedule their mammogram to be conducted at the Genesis HealthPlex by the end of 2022, free of charge.

 

Last year 81 patients were able to receive free mammograms due to the efforts of these community organizations. For more information, contact Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services, at (740) 454-4274.

 

 

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Genesis Radiation Oncology Earns Accreditation

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Genesis Cancer Services’ Radiation Oncology department has been awarded a 3-year term of accreditation in radiation oncology as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR). Radiation oncology is the careful use of high-energy radiation to treat cancer. This is second consecutive time Genesis has earned the 3-year accreditation.

 

“We are pleased our Radiation Oncology department earned the accreditation again,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director of Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services at Genesis HealthCare System. “This demonstrates that our expert and compassionate physicians, nurses, technologists and other team members adhere to the highest standards of care for our patients.”

 

The ACR seal of accreditation represents the highest level of quality and patient safety. Genesis earned the accreditation by meeting specific practice guidelines and technical standards developed by the ACR. Patient care and treatment, patient safety, personnel qualifications, adequacy of facility equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs are assessed during the review.

 

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81 women benefit from free mammogram program

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Zanesville, Ohio (Feb. 24, 2022) – Several community organizations partnered in 2021 to offer free mammograms to those who couldn’t afford one due to lack of insurance, being under-insured or not having the ability to pay. Beginning in October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and ending in December, the program was a success, with 81 women completing their mammograms.

 

“I am grateful for this partnership that enables us to make a difference for women in the community,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer Services. “Breast cancer is highly treatable if detected in its earliest stages through mammography. We are pleased to be a part of a program that saves lives.”

 

Genesis HealthCare System, Coconis Furniture, WHIZ TV, the Muskingum County Community Foundation, the Breast and Cervical Cancer Project, Radiology Associates of Southeastern Ohio, and several donors joined together in the effort. The free mammogram program will be offered again in October 2022.

 

Community organizations partner to offer the lifesaving screenings

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Genesis Cancer Care Center earns Mastectomy Certification

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The Genesis Women’s Boutique at the Genesis Cancer Care Center received a 3-year mastectomy certification from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC). The program recognizes patient care facilities that provide a high level of care for mastectomy fitting services. 

“We are pleased to earn the ABC certification in mastectomy care,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director of Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services at Genesis HealthCare System. “This demonstrates our commitment and dedication to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our patients.”

Genesis met ABC’s high standard of criteria and completed extensive reviews, including an on-site survey. Staff members were required to be certified or licensed to provide the highest organizational and clinical care standards. This is the third consecutive mastectomy certification the Genesis Women’s Boutique has earned.

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Make an appointment today

Call Genesis Central Scheduling at (740) 454-4242 to schedule a mammogram. To make an appointment with a provider at the Genesis Breast Care Center, call (740) 454-5221.

The Genesis Women’s Boutique at the Genesis Cancer Care Center received a 3-year mastectomy certification from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC).

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