Cancer Services
Hatch Entrance, Windham Hospital
Hatch Waiting Area
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Location: Windham Hospital, Radiology 2nd floor, Hatch Entrance
Hours of operation: Monday, Thursday and Friday 9 AM-3 PM
***By appointment or referral
Windham Hospital offers a wide variety of cancer services both directly through our hospital staff and through collaborative relationships with Oncology Associates, PC, a multi-physician practice based at the Helen and Harry Gray Cancer Center in Hartford, CT and the UConn Health Center, as well as our collaborative agreement with the American Cancer Society. Through these relationships we are able to provide the most comprehensive services to our patients here at Windham Hospital. Caregivers create an environment that is respectful and caring and encourage patients to become partners in the determination and delivery of their own care.
Windham Hospital provides a wide range of services to patients and their families, and is currently seeking accreditation as a Community Cancer Program. Our oncology team offers diagnosis, treatment and support services to assist patients in dealing with their disease.
Cancer Services Offered
Cancer Services Departments
Ambulatory Medical Unit
Location: Shea Building, Hatch Wing 2nd Floor
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 6 AM - 7 PM
Windham Hospital's Ambulatory Medical Unit provides an array of intravenous therapies, including blood transfusions, chemotherapy, injections, antibiotic therapy, and minor surgical and medical procedures.
Patients may also be directed to the Hatch wing on the 2nd floor where treatment rooms are located. The Hartford Oncology Group provides services to outpatients by appointment.
Dr. Harry Fox Cancer Resource Center
Location: 2nd floor Hatch Wing (across from cafeteria)
Hours of Operation: Monday by appointment only between 10 AM and 1 PM.
Call 456.6896 to schedule an appointment; Tuesday, Wednesday and
Friday 9-12 PM
The Dr. Harry Fox Cancer Resource Center at Windham Hospital is run by the American Cancer Society and provides information about various topics pertaining to cancer and its treatment. Additionally, wigs, wig liners, caps, prostheses and bras are available for patients at no cost. There is a video library and a VCR to allow for viewing of materials. For additional information or resources, contact the American Cancer Society representative, Merle Stoner at 860.885.6306 or 800.270.9199.
Integrative Health Services
Integrative Health is the integration of conventional and complementary alternative healthcare options which address the body, mind, and spirit, as well as the environment and relationships with others. It focuses on wellness, health promotion, and the healing process. Many disciplines within Integrative Health have been a part of human healing since civilization began!
The Integrative Health Steering Committee of Windham Hospital is an active group of practitioners, staff, and community volunteers whose mission is to enhanve the lives and wellbeing of our community through an integrative of mind, body, and spirit.
Windham Hospital's Integrative Health Services offerings include:
Contact Integrative Health Services at 456.6002 for more information, or click here.
Cancer Registry
The Cancer Registry collects data on all cancer cases and registers the data with the National Center Data Bank. All information collected is confidential and is designed to improve treatment and survival in patients.
Cancer Support Services
“All Types of Cancer Support Group” meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 AM-12:00 noon at the Mansfield Senior Center in Storrs.
Cancer Resource Boards
These boards offer information on many types of cancer, smoking cessation, treatments, chemotherapy and radiation. The boards are located in various areas of the Hospital: Ambulatory Care, 2nd Floor, Oncology, 2nd Floor, and on the 4th Floor in the Shea unit.
CHESS- the Comprehensive Health Enhancement Support System is a program offered by Windham Hospital in collaboration with Hartford Hospital and the University of Wisconsin for breast cancer and prostate cancer patients. This program is a computer support program for patients that are newly diagnosed and have metastatic disease. This user-friendly computer program is designed to help individuals cope with their health crisis or medical concerns.
The CHESS program combines the best features of computer and human support. It:
provides timely, easily accessible resources when needed the most;
- combines various services and resources into one system, meeting the needs of various coping and information seeking styles, and making use more likely and rewarding;
- personalizes information and support with the patient’s and family’s input to help users better manage their health and change behaviors that are not beneficial to their well-being;
- protects privacy, encouraging openness and honesty in dealing with health concerns;
- presents reliable, well-organized, detailed health information in language that is comprehensible to people at most educational levels; and
- features great tools such as message boards, support, journaling, and even ask the expert!
* This program is also a study; therefore sign-up is required and there are some follow-up surveys. Patients are financially reimbursed for completion of surveys.
Computer access is provided to those without a computer or internet access at no cost. CHESS is available to patients of Windham Hospital in collaboration with Hartford Hospital. For information and guest log-on please e-mail Carol Palonen at cpalonen@wcmh.org, or call 860.456.6896.
The Breast Cancer Support Group
Carol Palonen, RN is the Breast Cancer Navigator at Windham Hospital. In this role, she provides breast cancer patients with support as well as practical help with problems that arise during the day-to-day struggle with breast cancer. She may be available to assist with issues such as scheduling appointments, arranging transportation, locating financial resources, and dealing with family issues. Studies have shown that patients who use the services of a navigator are often better able to follow their treatment regimen and receive the support that they need. For more information, call Carol Palonen at 860.456.6896.
Breast Cancer Survivors, newly diagnosed or long-standing are invited to come and share. Family and friends are always welcome! This Breast Cancer support group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the 3 West waiting room (at the end of the hall behind the coffee shop). If you have any questions or concerns please contact Carol Palonen. Phone: 860. 456.6896
Breast Health Navigator
Carol Palonen, RN, has a well-rounded background with experience in assisting patients as they begin their breast cancer journey. Like all winding roads in people’s lives, sometimes there are obstacles that are difficult to overcome. Carol helps find a way to make your journey smoother and less worrisome. Whether financial problems, family issues, or physical appearance, she will do what she can to aid the patient’s concerns during this difficult time. Phone: 860.456.6896 E-mail: cpalonen@wcmh.org
Windham Hospital Professional Staff Serving Cancer Patients
- W. Jeffrey Baker, MD: Medical Oncology, Hematology
- Mark Dailey, M.D., Medical Oncology, Hematology
- Timothy Hong, M.D., Medical Oncology, Hematology
- Leszek Kolodziejczak, M.D., Surgical Oncology
- John Nash, M.D., GYN Oncology
- Carolyn Ray, M.D., Medical Oncology, Hematology
- Carolyn Runowicz, M.D., GYN Oncology
- Kathy Bouchard, RN, OCN, CRNI
- Kathleen Cataford, RN
- Allison Kozelka, RN, BSN
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