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It took a community of nurses, doctors, and staff to keep Nancy optimistic about her cancer treatment. Some days, a kind touch or warm smile was the only thing that kept her going. When Nancy was able to ring the bell at Forbes Hospital after almost two years of radiation, chemo, and surgical treatments, everyone cheered her on. An approach that puts patients first is living proof that compassion is essential to recovery.
At the Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Cancer Institute we treat patients from western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. The type of personalized care that motivated Nancy is available at:
The renowned doctors and nurses who encourage patients to reach their goals are why Allegheny Health Network is:
Highmark and Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute are also working together with Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center as the Highmark Cancer Collaborative. The collaborative will:
Patients at the AHN Cancer Institute benefit from numerous oncology treatment options. At AHN, cancer patients:
After weeks of radiation or chemotherapy, patients bond with each other, and draw strength from the nurses who provide support and comfort. Ringing the bell on the last day is the grand finale; a living proof milestone that everyone looks forward to.
Watch as Nancy reflects on her journey, which ended in finally beating cancer.