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H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
Tampa, Florida
800.456.3434 (888.MOFFITT)
www.moffitt.org

Adult Oncology Services

Introduction

The H. Lee Cancer Moffitt Center & Research Institute is a not-a-for-profit institution which includes a hospital as well as a freestanding outpatient care facility, a major research institute consisting of more than 800 scientific members, a freestanding Lifetime Cancer Screening and Prevention Center providing a wide array of outreach and educational activities for the general public and select underserved populations and M2Gen a for-profit subsidiary

Moffitt Cancer Center is an National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center located on the University of South Florida's main campus which sets the stage for its conceptual commitment to interdisciplinary approaches to research and patient care. Moffitt's NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center status signifies its membership among an elite group of NCI centers nationwide whose singular focus is the rapid translation of research discoveries to directly benefit people with cancer. Moffitt Cancer Center also consistently has been named among "America's Best Hospitals" for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report

Moffitt Cancer Center's scientific programs are integrally linked. The Moffitt Research Institute includes programs in Basic Science, Experimental Therapeutics and Cancer Control and Prevention Research. In addition, clinical trials encompassing new and established procedures in chemotherapy, surgery, radiation and genetic immunotherapy are available for most diseases. All research, no matter how fundamental, is regularly scrutinized for its translational potential. Moffitt recognizes the critical role a cancer center can play in this transition from concept to clinical intervention. After 20 years, the Cancer Center's mission remains totally focused on "contributing to the prevention and cure of cancer."

The Florida Legislature created the Cancer Center in the early 1980s to meet a clear and compelling need to respond to Florida's "cancer epidemic." Construction of the original, 380,000 square foot hospital facility was funded with $70 million from the state's cigarette tax, allowing the Center to open in 1986. Since then, Moffitt Cancer Center has become a sprawling institution employing more than 3,800 staff working in nine buildings totaling nearly 1.4 million square feet.

As a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center, Moffitt Cancer Center has two responsibilities: to continue our work in scientific innovation and to share this information with the community we serve. Recognizing that we must reach beyond our walls to fulfill these responsibilities, Moffitt is building a strategic network of the highest quality physicians and facilities in Florida. Today, the Affiliate Network and Strategic Alliances is a collaborative team working to enhance the quality and breadth of cancer care services for Florida cancer patients, their families and the community. The benefits of the strategic relationships formed between Moffitt and its affiliates are ongoing.

In addition, Moffitt Cancer Center has instituted a new program to perform state-of-the-art cancer research called "Total Cancer Care™" (TCC). Joining with its affiliates to create a new frontier in cancer research, Moffitt is using health information technology to revolutionize the delivery of cancer care and accelerate the development of new lifesaving therapies.

Focused on providing the right care, at the right place, at the right time, the program is based on the ability to acquire blood and tumor samples from thousands of cancer patients at Moffitt and at affiliated hospitals and oncology practices throughout Florida. Every individual is different, with a different fingerprint, and every tumor is unique as well. While cancer can be classified by its site of origin (lung, breast, colon, prostate), there are, in fact, many different types of each of these cancers. Today, physicians treat most cancer patients with the standard protocol, but in reality, only a few patients may benefit from that specific drug -- individual patients with the same kind of cancer don't always respond to standard treatment for that cancer in the same way.

Recent technological advancements now make it possible to test each tumor for approximately 30,000 genes. These genes provide a "molecular" fingerprint that is unique for each tumor just like the lines on a person's fingertips uniquely identify that person. By studying this "molecular" fingerprint, scientists will eventually develop new drug therapies that are personalized for each individual. Information about which drugs are working best will be used to prevent, detect, treat, and even cure different types of cancer - thus streamlining the drug development process.

By 2010, Moffitt researchers hope to use the data collected to recommend individualized treatments for patients, leading to personalized cancer care for cancer patients in their own communities throughout Florida and beyond.

Clinical Programs

Moffitt's academic and clinical services are organized into 14 disease-oriented programs consisting of surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, nurses, data managers, administrative managers, and other appropriate support personnel. The objectives of the programs are to provide interdisciplinary evaluation of cancer patients, develop and conduct clinical research trials, establish translational linkages with appropriate basic science programs, and provide educational programs and training for medical students, house staff physicians, fellows, and the community.

Research

Research at Moffitt encompasses more than just laboratories and new drug therapies. Basic scientists, funded by state and federal grants, probe the "why" and "how" of healthy cells that change to cancer, while physician scientists bring those discoveries to the patient by offering the latest investigational treatments. The Center has a number of research programs including molecular oncology, immunology, drug discovery, experimental therapeutics, genetic immunotherapy, behavioral oncology, cancer screening, prevention and early detection, digital imaging, tobacco research and intervention, and molecular screening.

General Information

Treatment

Multidisciplinary Clinics

Please call the main Moffitt number at 800.456.3434 toll-free and ask for a specific program, or call 888.MOFFITT (888.663.3488 or visit our web site at www.moffitt.org and click on clinical programs.

Stem Cell Transplant Program

Diseases: Breast Cancer, Leukemia, and Lymphoma

Both autologous and allogenic transplants are provided. Breast cancer, leukemia, and lymphoma are all being treated through transplants.

Integrative Medicine

Moffitt opened its evidence-based Integrative Medicine Program in January 2004. Key elements include acupuncture, nutritional counseling, exercise assessment, massage therapy, yoga, and tai chi. In addition there are a number of research studies also associated with the program including trials on soy, lycopene, SAMe, and green tea.

Information about the program as well as all of Moffitt's research studies and services can be accessed at 888.MOFFITT or www.moffitt.org.

Cancer Prevention and Screening

· Moffitt provides smoking cessation programs, nutritional counseling, and genetic counseling to the community

· Moffitt has a Lifetime Cancer Screening and Prevention Center that provides screening and counseling.

· Through , its community outreach programs, Moffitt provides mammography screening and follow-up to rural farm workers and underserved populations

· Moffitt is a regular sponsor of the Florida Cancer Education Network, which also provides free prostate screening and education at a yearly health fair.

· Moffitt offers "Mole Patrols" at beachside locations throughout the state where consumers are screened for skin cancers including Melanoma.

Support Services

Moffitt offers a number of support groups for cancer patients including FACTors (breast cancer), Man-to-Man (prostate cancer), Chatterbox (laryngectomee), lung cancer, and others.

The Psychosocial Department offers counseling for patients and families alike.

Moffitt has an excellent Survivorship Program for cancer patients and their families

The Psychosocial staff and the Patient Relations staff are available to address employment and childcare issues.

Supportive Care

Pain Service

Moffitt's Pain Care and Palliative Care are under the aegis of the Psychosocial Department.

Home Care/Hospice Service

Moffitt works with Lifepath Hospice and Hospice of the Suncoast.

Nutrition Service

Services are provided through the Nutrition Department. There are currently eight registered/clinical dietitians available.

Special Expertise

Cooperative Group Membership

Clinical and Research Efforts

Adult Oncology Program

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• Adult Oncology
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