Piedmont Oncology in Macon

Overview

At Piedmont Macon, we treat the patient AND the disease. Because cancer treatment involves more than medical care, we empower our patients and their families affected by cancer throughout their journey with services and programs that aim to help with their physical, mental and spiritual health.

Specialized Care for a variety of cancers

• Breast Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Prostate Cancer

Treatment Options

• Screening and Diagnostic Mammography, Ultrasound, Biopsy
• CT, MRI, PET scan
• Endoscopy, Colonoscopy, Bronchoscopy, Ion Robot
• Surgical Intervention & Robotic Surgery
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Services

Our certified oncology nurse navigators serve as a resource, acting as a liaison to enhance the quality and continuity of care and expedite appointments. Oncology nurse navigators’ services are provided free of charge and include:

• Explaining cancer diagnoses, treatment options, and what to expect throughout the care journey
• Assisting with scheduling appointments, coordinating consultations, and facilitating timely access to care
• Serving as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and healthcare teams to promote seamless communication
• Assessing individual needs and identifying potential barriers to care, including financial, transportation, emotional, or educational concerns
• Connecting patients and families with community resources, support services, and cancer-related programs
• Providing education before, during, and after treatment, including surgery preparation and recovery
• Assisting with referrals for genetic counseling, nutrition services, rehabilitation, lymphedema therapy, survivorship resources, and supportive care services
• Offering ongoing follow-up to monitor progress, address concerns, and ensure patient needs are being met
• Supporting informed decision-making by helping patients understand their care plan and available resources
• Providing emotional support and advocacy throughout the cancer experience

Additional services

• Genetic counseling and testing
• Oncology nutrition consultations
• Multidisciplinary tumor board review
• Surgery including, reconstructive surgery services
• Lymphedema prevention, evaluation, and treatment
• Physical and occupational rehabilitation services
• Second opinion consultations
• Pelvic floor rehabilitation
• Survivorship care planning and support programs

Cancer Wellness Programs

Individual Grief Support for Adults
By appointment only. Call 478-464-1401.

Helping Hands Grief Support Group
Every Monday at 2:30 p.m. or days at 6 p.m.

Creative Healing Art Class
With Retired Art Educator: Nancy Gillies
Join other survivors for some fun, creativity, and fellowship. Due to limited space, reservations are necessary. Call 478-765-4805 to RSVP.
Classes meet on the 3rd Thurs. in Jan., March, May, July, Sept., Nov. from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Healthy Eating and Cancer Treatment
Join us for a nutrition presentation and lunch following the presentation. Due to limited space, reservations are necessary. Call 478-765-4805 to RSVP.
Classes meet in Feb., May, Aug., Nov. from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Stronger Together - All Cancers Support Group
1st Tues. in March, June, Sept., and Dec., times vary. Call 478-765-4805 to RSVP. Lunch provided.
All classes meet at: 330 Hospital Drive, Building C, Suite 120, Macon, GA 31217

Accreditations

• Piedmont Macon Medical is accredited by the American College of Surgeons – Commission on Cancer.
• Piedmont Macon Medical is accredited by the American College of Surgeons – Nationally Accredited Program for Breast Centers.
• Piedmont Macon is accredited by the American College of Radiology as a Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center.

Donate to Piedmont Macon Oncology Fund

Patients diagnosed with cancer have a lot of questions and require a lot of support beyond treatment. Our team provides wellness resources and connects you with other patients, survivors and providers. We’re here to support you with a full range of services and programs that help to lessen your anxiety, answer your questions, empower you and guide you through every step of your cancer journey. Piedmont’s comprehensive, integrated approach to your cancer care starts here.

Giving to Piedmont Macon for Cancer Support directly helps guide patients and families through their cancer journey.

Your gift to Piedmont Macon Oncology Fund for Cancer Support makes a difference in many ways:

• Advocates preventative care through community workshops
• Expands treatment beyond medical care, providing free services and programs such as creative art healing, support group gatherings, nutrition classes and more
• Improves quality of life while focusing on patient comfort
• Navigates patients, families and friends through a loved one’s treatment via free seminars, workshops & classes
• Provides counseling and support groups led by certified clinicians

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