Chemotherapy (chemo) uses medicine to destroy cancer cells. Most chemotherapy agents are given intravenously (IV) and may include daily, weekly or even monthly treatments. Providence Regional Cancer System has three infusion therapy clinics — in Lacey, Centralia and Aberdeen. All are located within the Providence Western Washington Oncology physician offices.
Experience and Education
At each of our infusion therapy clinics, patients receive care from experienced nurses who are specially trained and certified in administering chemotherapy. Our nurses, some with 15-20 years of chemotherapy experience, are devoted to helping patients deal as smoothly as possible with their cancer treatments. For first-time patients, we offer a class that addresses different aspects of treatment, including side effects that might occur and how to best handle them. Other educational resources about chemotherapy are also available at our clinics. Please feel free to discuss these with your nurse. Locations and Features
Our infusion therapy clinic in Lacey is the largest and features a home-like atmosphere that can accommodate up to 24 patients at a time. In Aberdeen, our nurses take care of patients in a smaller, but very comfortable and inviting clinic.
Our Centralia clinic is housed in a new 21,000 square-foot-cancer center, which opened in July 2009. Here patients receive the latest treatments in a soothing setting with dark woods, clean lines and a natural, warm-toned color scheme. The clinic includes four private infusion suites, each with four IV infusion chairs — nearly tripling capacity for patients in the Centralia area.
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