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Cancer Care
McDonough District Hospital provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient cancer care services—from early diagnostics, full laboratory services, surgery and chemotherapy, to patient and family counseling and educational support.
Advocacy Services
Patients and their families may need assistance with financial, social, or emotional issues related to illness and hospitalization. For that purpose, MDH Advocacy Services is available to answer any questions relating to hospital services or to address specific requests or concerns from admission to discharge to follow-up services. Advocacy Services can be reached by calling (309) 836-1636.
Behavioral Health Services
A full range of individual, group, and family counseling services is available from MDH Behavioral Health Services (BHS). The BHS team brings together years of clinical experience, education, and training to offer quality, customer-focused care to each individual in need. They are especially sensitive to the specific needs of cancer patients. An initial assessment is offered at no cost. Appointments can be made by calling (309) 836-1582.
Bereavement Support Group
Adults who have experienced the death of a spouse, parent, child, or significant other can work toward reconciling their loss and share their journey through grief with others at the Bereavement Support Group. Contact the MDH Hospice at (309) 836-1543 for more information.
Breast Cancer Support Group
The MDH Breast Cancer Support Group offers education and support for those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The meetings feature presentations by healthcare professionals who provide the most current information on breast cancer. The Breast Cancer Support Group also offers a confidential setting for participants to share their concerns about the physical, emotional, and social aspects of breast cancer. The group meets monthly from September through May. Anyone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer is welcome to attend. Please contact Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584, or download a copy of the brochure for more information.
The MDH Cancer Program
McDonough District Hospital remains committed to serving the public's interest and that commitment includes sponsoring a progressive Cancer Program.
Cancer Resource Guide
A comprehensive Cancer Resource Guide, created by MDH staff, is available free of charge for newly diagnosed cancer patients, as well as patients who have experienced a recurrence. The guide contains pertinent information about cancer, tests, treatments, reliable websites, community resources, and answers to commonly asked questions for people experiencing cancer. Each guide is individualized based on patient diagnosis and questions. To request a Cancer Resource Guide, talk with your physician or call the MDH Outreach Services department at (309) 836-1584.
Cancer Screenings
McDonough District Hospital Outreach Services provides screenings for the early detection of several different types of cancer. Each March, MDH offers free fecal occult blood test kits. This is the first step in detecting colon and rectal cancer and is recommended every year for anyone over 50 or at an earlier age if they have a family history of the disease. The kit checks for blood in the stool and is completed in the privacy or your home. The results will be sent to you and follow up with your physician will be recommended if the results are positive. Colorectal cancer is easier to treat and often curable when detected early.
Outreach Services also offers sun damage screenings using a UV camera that takes a photo to show the unseen sun damage sustained on an individual’s face. Since cancer of the skin is the most common of all cancers and can affect people of all ages, it is important to know the damaging effects sun exposure has on the skin. This screening is free and offered annually in May at MDH and can also be requested by organizations or businesses throughout the year.
Screenings for other types of cancer, such as prostate, are offered periodically through Outreach Services. Please call 309-836-1584 for further details.
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Chemotherapy Services
MDH provides outpatient chemotherapy services in the Outpatient Infusion Service Area, located on second floor. A pleasant room with a TV and enjoyable surroundings allows for the procedure to be completed in comfort. Food and beverages are available as needed. Your family member may stay with you, or relax in the waiting room across the hall. For more information, contact the secretary on second floor at (309) 836-1562.
Diagnostic Services
The McDonough District Hospital Laboratory and Radiology departments are proud to offer a wide range of services and state-of-the-art equipment that aid in the diagnosis of cancer. Patients need not go out of town to receive the following diagnostic services: Spiral Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, bone scans, mammography with Computer Assisted Detection (CAD), and Stereotactic Breast Biopsy.
Home Health
Our highly qualified Home Health Care staff offers services to the acute, and chronically ill in need of nursing care or restorative therapy. This includes high-tech nursing care, intravenous antibiotics, wound care, medication administration, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy. For more information, please call (309) 836-1544.
Hospice
The MDH Hospice provides a comprehensive team approach for terminally ill people and offers support for their families. Care is provided in the home or nursing home setting. The Hospice team works with the patient’s personal physician, minister, and family to provide the best possible ongoing individualized care. For more information, please call (309) 836-1543.
Linda's Fund
In memory of Linda (Ren) Bainter, this fund was created for women diagnosed with breast cancer and their families to assist with medical and personal expenses.
Look Good Feel Better Program
This free, community-based, national service teaches female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore their appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. For more information about programs being held locally, contact MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584. To request free self-help materials, call the Look Good Feel Better toll-free number at 1-800-395-LOOK (1-800-395-5665).
Mammography Assistance Program (M.A.P.)
A woman should never have to go without a mammogram because of a lack of funding. MAP provides funding up to 100% based on family size and income.
Mastectomy Products/Breast Prosthesis
A Certified Fitting Specialist professionally fits women after a mastectomy. A large selection of breast prosthesis and mastectomy bras are available. For more information, contact Macomb Medical Equipment, located at 531 East Grant Street in Macomb, at (309) 837-6161.
Nutrition Services
Good nutrition not only nourishes the body but can help one feel better both physically and emotionally. The clinical nutrition staff at MDH provides a variety of services for patients diagnosed with cancer inside or outside the hospital setting. Registered dietitians are available to provide individual counseling and assist with dietary modifications based on the patient’s specific diet, individual tolerance, and nutritional needs. For more information, contact MDH Food/Nutrition Services at (309) 836-1635.
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Outreach Services
In addition to clinical services, McDonough District Hospital provides education, group support, and sharing of experiences for the individual diagnosed with cancer and their family. The Outreach Services department has printed materials on cancer that can benefit both the patient and their family members. Screenings for the early detection of cancer, including colorectal, prostate, and skin cancer, are offered to the community. Please call Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584 for additional information.
Reach to Recovery
A trained breast cancer survivor will visit any woman who has had breast surgery to answer questions, give printed information on breast cancer, and share her personal experiences with breast cancer. For more information about this program, contact MDH Outreach Services at (309) 836-1584.
Road to Recovery
Volunteer drivers provide rides for cancer patients who are unable to secure their own transportation to and from treatment. To contact a volunteer, call the local representative of the American Cancer Society at (309) 837-1069.
Rehabilitation Services
The MDH Rehabilitation Services team can provide physical and occupational therapy, and speech/language pathology for the individual needs of cancer patients. From exercise programs designed to restore range of motion, to assistance with activities of daily living, and pain management, Rehabilitation Services is available in the hospital or home setting. Manual lymph drainage services are available to patients experiencing upper arm swelling after breast surgery. For patients who have difficulty swallowing, the speech pathologist, in collaboration with the radiologist, performs video dysphagia evaluations. For more information, call (309) 836-1601.
Surgical Services
Surgery is the oldest form of treatment for cancer. It also has an important role in diagnosing and staging of cancer. MDH Surgical Services offers the latest procedures, technology, and high level of expertise rarely found in smaller hospitals.
Wig Loan Services
This is a free service that provides a wide variety of wigs and turbans to women in need due to hair loss from chemotherapy or radiation treatments. For more information, contact the Western Illinois Regional Council, located at 233 South Randolph in Macomb, at (309) 837-3941.
Other Resources:
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Macomb Oncology Institute/Radiation Center (Anwar Ahmad, MD and Saleem Mahmood, MD) 401 East Grant Street, Macomb; (309) 836-8400
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