There are some unique considerations you will face with a diagnosis of cancer. Because cancer is composed of more than 100 diseases it can be especially important to choose a treatment facility that has extensive experience with your specific diagnosis and treatment procedure. A report authored by the National Cancer Policy Board indicates that many cancer patients are not receiving optimal care because they do not know what to look for or where to go to receive the highest level quality care.

• Step 1. Look for an approved cancer treatment facility. 
• Step.2. Verify that the facility provides the services you need.
• Step 3. Consider the same factors that every informed consumer should use when choosing a hospital.

Although you may prefer to receive treatment close to the home, this is not always possible. Depending on your condition, a better treatment strategy may involve a consultation at a distant comprehensive cancer facility, followed by treatment and care at a properly equipped and qualified local facility.

Corporate Angel network is an organization that donates free air trips for cancer patients requiring travel to and from cancer treatment centers. For information visit their home page www.corpangelnetwork.org or call 914.328.1313.

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