Jackson Hospital | Partners | Winter 2018

jackson.org 7 If you or a loved one is facing cancer, know that the doctors at the Jackson Hospital McGough Oncology Center have devoted their careers to fighting the disease. Read about the compassionate care provided by all of the center’s staff at jackson.org/cancercenter . Surgical oncologists. They special- ize in removing cancerous tissues and performing biopsies when cancer is suspected. Radiological oncologists. They are in charge of any radiation therapy that may be needed. In addition, some doctors are further trained to specialize in treating certain types of cancer. For instance: •  Hematologist oncologists specialize in treating people with leukemia or other blood-based cancers. •  Gynecological oncologists treat women with cancers of the reproductive system, including cervical and uterine cancers. •  Pediatric oncologists treat children and teens with cancer. Since effective cancer treatment may require a combination of surgery, chemo- therapy and radiation, many people with cancer require services from more than one oncologist. It takes a team Of course, oncologists aren’t the only ones who will help if you have cancer. Nurses, social workers, physical therapists, radia- tion technicians, laboratory specialists and many others may all be involved during and after your cancer treatment. At the Jackson Hospital McGough On- cology Center, our team of cancer experts are committed to helping all patients fight and survive the disease. • Robert A. Avery, MD, FACP • Harry M. Barnes III, MD • Thomas E. Beatrous, MD • Naresh Bellam, MD • Stephen L. Davidson, MD • Robert L. Franklin III, MD • William W. Helvie, MD • Michael L. Ingram, MD • Scott A. McDaniel, MD • Susmitha Nimmagadda, MD • John E. Reardon, MD • Keith A. Thompson, MD • David T. Vega, MD • Alexander C. Whitley, MD WE ARE YOUR DEDICATED CANCER SPECIALISTS