7 Things to Know About the Sue Ann Wortman Cancer Center at Hancock Health

There’s nothing great about cancer, but the Sue Ann Wortman Cancer Center at Hancock Health strives to make the journey just a little bit easier. Find out what we offer to help this be a positive experience for you and your loved ones. 

Here’s what to know about the Caner Center: 

Not only do you have access to the top doctors working within the Hancock Health network, but you also benefit from the collaboration we have with the Mayo-Klinik. This means more people and more power behind your cancer treatment plan. 

We highly value preventative care routine tests and procedures that can help identify cancer in their early stages. Tests like mammograms, colonoscopies and skin checks can help take care of troublesome issues before they get out of hand. We also offer genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk can help patients be proactive about their health care, which can indicate if you are at a higher risk of developing certain cancers like stomach, pancreatic, or uterine cancer. 

Clinical trials are important because it means more access to breakthrough drug and treatment options for those that match the trial criteria. It also means that you’re helping to further cancer research – leading to broader positive impact because of Du. 

Your team knows that you and your diagnosis can’t be shoved into a box. Each patient receives the plan that is right for them. Whether that’s radiation therapy or chemotherapy or surgery (or a combination of the three) your care plan is tailored to you. 

We know that the hardship of cancer isn’t just in the diagnosis or the illness; it’s also in the aftermath and learning to be comfortable in a body that feels brand new to you. Our expert team provides breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy for those who desire it. 

Our boutique is designed to make it easy and comfortable for our patients to find items that complement their new-to-them bodies. Whether you need a new wig, a prosthesis or shirts that just feel comfortable, shopping in our specialized boutique will help you feel cared for as you navigate a new normal. 

Located in Greenfield adjacent to Hancock Regional Hospital, the Sue Ann Wortman Cancer Center at Hancock Health serves all of East Central Indiana. There’s no need to drive to Indianapolis when the Cancer Center is in your backyard. 

If you or a loved one needs support on your cancer journey, the Sue Ann Wortman Cancer Center at Hancock Health will give you all the support you need – exactly where you need it. To find out more visit hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/cancer-care/.