What a Cancer Doctor Wants You To Know About The Fight Ahead A cancer diagnosis changes many things for your family. I have treated literally thousands of patients and want to share a bit of what's ahead. It's not all bad news. When I first meet a patient I can often feel the fear, nervous tension and dread growing since another doctor sent you for cancer care. That's a key reason the team at Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology works so hard to schedule appointments as soon as possible - often within days of your first call. Ryan Gonzalez, MD Oncologist Fort Wayne Medical Most patients feel better once they've met their oncologist and, togeth- er, we've mapped out a plan for your care. My role is to be the quarter- Oncology and Hematology back and guide the team of specialists you'll see in the months ahead. If your case requires surgery or radiation, we stay in close contact with those specialists to monitor how your cancer responds to treatment. Cancer drugs are powerful medicines. Yes, there can be side effects but the wonderful nurses at FWMOH are very good at helping you minimize them. Our 24-hour hotline is always available. We have weekend clinic hours and a new walk-in clinic offers immediate care and relief when necessary. Expect frequent appointments for testing, treatment and general follow-up. Rather than forcing you to drive to Fort Wayne, our doctors visit 13 communities around northeast Indiana and Hicksville, Ohio each week. This reduces the strain on you, friends and family members who may help with transportation. Financial stress is always a key concerm. Let's be honest - cancer is an expensive disease to tackle. FWMOH has a team of experienced advocates who work with insurance providers, drug manufacturers and others to find a way forward. While your body is fighting cancer, we don't want financial worries to get in the way. While a cancer diagnosis is never good news, I have seen good things happen in a patient's life. I've seen families pull together for deep conversations long overdue. Many find a new appreciation for friends, or enjoy reawakening of their spiritual life. Some patients change diet and exercise habits and emerge stronger and healthier than before. FORT WAYNE Life will change following a cancer diagnosis, that's a fact. Just know I've seen many patients come through to experience life with richer emotions, more compassion and love for those around them. Enter the fight with confidence and hope, and you'll have the best outcome. With FWMOH behind you, you're not in this alone MEDICAL ONCOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY www.fwmoh.com 260.484.8830 What a Cancer Doctor Wants You To Know About The Fight Ahead A cancer diagnosis changes many things for your family. I have treated literally thousands of patients and want to share a bit of what's ahead. It's not all bad news. When I first meet a patient I can often feel the fear, nervous tension and dread growing since another doctor sent you for cancer care. That's a key reason the team at Fort Wayne Medical Oncology and Hematology works so hard to schedule appointments as soon as possible - often within days of your first call. Ryan Gonzalez, MD Oncologist Fort Wayne Medical Most patients feel better once they've met their oncologist and, togeth- er, we've mapped out a plan for your care. My role is to be the quarter- Oncology and Hematology back and guide the team of specialists you'll see in the months ahead. If your case requires surgery or radiation, we stay in close contact with those specialists to monitor how your cancer responds to treatment. Cancer drugs are powerful medicines. Yes, there can be side effects but the wonderful nurses at FWMOH are very good at helping you minimize them. Our 24-hour hotline is always available. We have weekend clinic hours and a new walk-in clinic offers immediate care and relief when necessary. Expect frequent appointments for testing, treatment and general follow-up. Rather than forcing you to drive to Fort Wayne, our doctors visit 13 communities around northeast Indiana and Hicksville, Ohio each week. This reduces the strain on you, friends and family members who may help with transportation. Financial stress is always a key concerm. Let's be honest - cancer is an expensive disease to tackle. FWMOH has a team of experienced advocates who work with insurance providers, drug manufacturers and others to find a way forward. While your body is fighting cancer, we don't want financial worries to get in the way. While a cancer diagnosis is never good news, I have seen good things happen in a patient's life. I've seen families pull together for deep conversations long overdue. Many find a new appreciation for friends, or enjoy reawakening of their spiritual life. Some patients change diet and exercise habits and emerge stronger and healthier than before. FORT WAYNE Life will change following a cancer diagnosis, that's a fact. Just know I've seen many patients come through to experience life with richer emotions, more compassion and love for those around them. Enter the fight with confidence and hope, and you'll have the best outcome. With FWMOH behind you, you're not in this alone MEDICAL ONCOLOGY AND HEMATOLOGY www.fwmoh.com 260.484.8830