Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC offers a full continuum of cancer care, from prevention and early detection to diagnosis, treatment, recovery and survivorship. The program provides surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, as well as advanced resources and support services necessary to strengthen cancer care including medical physics expertise, diagnostic imaging, pathology, clinical research and nutrition and social services. In addition to providing expert physicians and treatment, the program also brings critical community-based cancer screenings and educational outreach programs to the area.
Some of the cancer diagnosis and treatment services offered by Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC include chemotherapy, flow cytometry, digital mammography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), image guided biopsy, breast biopsy ultrasound, and Breast Specific Gamma Imaging (BSGI) as well as several other imaging services
State-of-the-art comprehensive radiation therapy services include an image guided high-energy linear accelerator, advanced intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) treatment capability, image guided radiation therapy (IGRT) treatment capability, positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) capability, sophisticated planning stations, as well as physics and dosimetry quality assurance instrumentation and software.
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC, a nationally accredited cancer program recognized for excellence in cancer care by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, and renowned in the region for providing high quality cancer care, ensures patients access to cutting edge treatment right here at home.
Visit MaryBird.org for more information.
Click here for the Mary Bird Perkins Annual Report for 2009.
Resources Available to You
Bosom Buddies Support Group: a support group for Breast Cancer Survivors.
Held at TGMC’s Outreach Center in the Southland Mall.
Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month from 11:30am - 1:30pm
Lunch is provided every other month.
For more information call (985)876-7577.
Nosotros ~ 10 Steps to Recovery Support Group: For all cancer patients and their families.
Led by Dr. Raul Doria
Held in TGMC’s Medical Atrium Conference Room, Suite 100.
Meets the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:00pm.
For more information call Dr. Doria’s office ~ (985)857-8093.
Look Good ~ Feel Better: Offers makeovers for all cancer patients.
Led by a licensed cosmetologists.
Held at TGMC’s Outreach Center in the Southland Mall
Meets January, March, May, July, September and November.
For more information call TGMC’s Outreach Center ~ (985)876-7577.
Camp Bluebird: An adult cancer camp (no outside camping) allowing participants to enjoy various fun activities with other campers.
Held annually in October.
For more information call TGMC’s Social Services Department ~ (985)873-4080.
TGMC’s Wig Room: Supplies wigs, scarves, turbans and hats to cancer patients.
Available by appointment only.
Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm Friday 8:00am – 12:00pm.
For more information call TGMC's Social Services Department - (985)873-4080
Upcoming Free Early Bird Cancer Screenings:
Early Bird Skin Cancer Screening
Tuesday, August 31st - 10 am - 2 pm - No appointment is required.
Location - Rouses Supermarket - 6403 Highway 182E, Morgan City.
Call 225-215-1234 or 888-616-4687 for more information.
Early detection can save lives!
Early Bird FREE Prostate Cancer Screening
Wednesday, September 22nd - 10:00 am – Noon and 1 pm - 4 pm
Call 1-888-616-4687 to register. Appointments are required.
Location: TGMC – Medical Atrium Auditorium
One in every six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, but early detection makes this a very treatable cancer!
Early Bird Breast Cancer Screening
Saturday, October 23rd 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Southland Mall
Early Bird Breast Cancer Screening
Wednesday, December 1st – 9 am – 2 pm
Location to be determined
St. Mary Parish
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