2019-2023 Cancer Report

caret-right bone densitometry (DEXA scans) caret-right CT scan (128-slice, low-dose CT) with coronary CT angiography capability caret-right MRI (3-Tesla wide-bore MRI) for breast, whole body, musculoskeletal and neuro caret-right ultrasonography caret-right radiography “Imaging tests, such as CT scans and MRIs, are integral in the early de - tection of cancer, and many of these tumors, if found early, are treatable and curable,” says Mark Shapiro, MD, the chief of radiology at Englewood Health. Mindy Goldfischer, MD, chief of breast imaging and medical director of The Leslie Simon Breast Care and Cytodiagnosis Center at Englewood Health, adds, “When an annual mammogram is made accessible, every - one is more likely to undergo screenings. Having local access to these important breast services saves lives.”

Patient navigation team at The Lefcout Family Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center

Englewood Hospital Imaging at Fair Lawn

Empowering Cancer Patients with Expanded Support Networks

The Lefcourt Family Cancer Treat- ment and Wellness Center at En- glewood Health has expanded the care provided to patients through a dedicated oncology patient nav- igation program. Patient naviga - tors working with The Cahn Family Cancer Care Companion Program at Englewood Health serve as a pa- tient’s direct contact within the can- cer center and help coordinate the patient’s treatment. Nurse navigators also help coordi- nate ongoing physician and special- ist visits, including support for the

emotional and psychological effects of cancer, as well as cancer screen- ings when recommended to ensure patients remain cancer-free. In 2022, Englewood Health estab- lished an Oncology Financial Navi- gation Program. The health system also offers navigators to help cancer patients consult with specialists in physical therapy, occupational ther- apy, integrative medicine, nutrition, and pain management—providers who can help them develop strate- gies to maintain their quality of life as cancer survivors.

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