LVH Hematology Oncology–Hazleton, formerly practicing at LVHN Cancer Center on the Airport Beltway, Hazle Township, has relocated to the new Cancer Center. Clinicians Michael Evans, MD, Harvey Hotchner, MD, and Pollyanna Fino, PA-C, recently welcomed Robert Decker, MD, to the practice, and all provide hematology and medical oncology services at the new Cancer Center. Radiation oncologist Steve Karp, MD, also joins them at the center. They, along with the caring and compassionate team, provide the best and most appropriate treatment for a variety of cancers such as precancerous blood disease (preleukemia), nonmalignant blood diseases, chemotherapy and therapeutic infusions, transfusion services, therapeutic phlebotomies and injections. They also provide education and emotional support for patients and caregivers, as well as nutritional and financial counseling. A nurse navigator will help guide patients during their care.
A critical need for convenient access to quality cancer care in our region continues to grow. According to a 2020 report from the Pennsylvania Department of Health, cancer is among the top five leading causes of death in Pennsylvania. The new Cancer Center will support this growing need and more with tumor boards and expanded telehealth capabilities that will allow patients to consult with cancer specialists throughout LVHN without having to travel great distances.
“The progress we have made here in Hazleton means great things for local patients battling cancer,” said Suresh Nair, MD, Physician in Chief, Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute. “We are not only taking cancer care to the next level, we’re also giving patients access to superior cancer care. We’re giving hope to people with cancer. We’re saving lives."