Overview of Pennsylvania Hospital
Pennsylvania Hospital, the nation's first hospital, was founded in 1751. Today, the hospital is a 505-bed acute-care facility providing a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services and functions as a major teaching and research institution. The hospital is known for obstetrics, orthopedics, neurosciences, cancer care, behavioral health, surgery and bloodless management.
Pennsylvania Hospital's Cancer Program
Joan Karnell Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital
The Joan Karnell Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital is a comprehensive cancer program that combines advanced clinical care with a strong research and academic base as well as a patient-focused and supportive approach to delivering treatment. Experienced medical oncologists, surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists are supported by experts in the fields of orthopedics, urology, ENT, and gynecologic oncology. State-of-the-art diagnostic services include a pathology department that utilizes sophisticated investigative techniques for tissue and cell examination. The radiology department has a full line of services including Computed Tomography (CT) scan, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan, mammography, angiography and ultrasound. The radiation therapy department has state-of-the-art equipment including Intensity-Modulated Resonance Therapy (IMRT), high-dose radiation and Gamma Knife®.
The Cancer Center program has several distinct groups of clinicians who meet weekly to review all cases. These multidisciplinary "tumor panels" are organized according to specific tumor sites. Core research consists of studies sponsored by the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG), the AIDS Malignancy Consortium, and Phase II cancer protocols. Supportive care programs focus on relief of physical, psychological, social and spiritual concerns for patients with cancer. These programs include social work, nutrition, oncology nursing, pastoral care, psychological counseling, support groups and educational programs for patients, caregivers, and the community. Complementary therapies are offered including shiatsu massage, psychology and music and art therapy. A Cancer Risk Evaluation Program (CREP) for breast, ovarian and GI cancers is available. The Cancer Center also features unique components such as stem cell transplants, sarcoma treatment, bloodless medical and surgical management and HIV oncology.
Hospital Administrator Responsible for Cancer Program
Deborah Staples
Vice President
Phone: (215) 829-7030
Fax: (215) 829-5131
E-mail: staplesd@pahosp.com
Cancer Program Administrator
Mary Pat Lynch, CRNP, MSN, AOCN
Phone: (215) 829-6428
Fax: (215) 829-3340
E-mail: lynchmp@pahosp.com
Chair of the Cancer Committee
Medical Director of the Cancer Program
Principal Investigator
Arthur P. Staddon, MD
Phone: (215) 829-6088
Fax: (215) 829-6104
E-mail: staddona@pahosp.com
Penn Radiation Oncologists
John Glassburn, MD
Chief, Radiation Oncology
Phone: (215) 829-3873
Fax: (215) 829-5424
E-mail: glassburn@xrt.upenn.edu
Vasthi Wilson, MD
Phone:(215)829-3873
Fax:(215)746-5301
E-mail: christensen@xrt.upenn.edu
Oncology Clinical Research Associate
Holly Kilpatrick, RN, BSN, OCN
Phone: (215) 829-6117
Fax (215) 829-6438
E-mail: hollyk7@juno.com
Cancer Registrar
Velvet Howell-Odom, CTR
Phone: (215) 829-5675
Fax: (215) 829-3027
E-mail: velvet.howell-odom@uphs.upenn.edu
Marketing Representative
Elissa Nolan
Phone: (215) 349-8641
Fax: (215) 349-5188
E-mail: elissa.nolan@uphs.upenn.edu
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