Childhood Cancer Survivorship Program
The Augusta University Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Center provides childhood cancer survivors with individualized care and long-term monitoring for health problems that could result from past cancer treatments they received.
Childhood Cancer Survivorship Program
The Augusta University Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Center provides childhood cancer survivors with individualized care and long-term monitoring for health problems that could result from past cancer treatments they received.
What is Survivorship
Survivorship means you have beaten your cancer and are now in remission. It is vital to be watchful of your health from now on. Over the years the number of cancer survivors has grown, so the need for lifelong support care has soared. Cancer treatments, while effective, can sometimes put you at an increased risk of developing other health problems - often referred to as "late effect".
Late effect health issues can include new diagnosis (or recurrence) of cancers, as well as other health concerns. So, as a childhood cancer survivor, it's essential to be monitored regularly to catch these late effect problems early.
For more about survivorship health, see Children's Oncology Group Survivorship Guidelines.
About the Program
The Childhood Cancer Survivorship Program is offered through the Pediatric Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and is affiliated with the Children's Hospital of Georgia and Georgia Cancer Center. Our program addresses all aspects of survivorship, including the physical, social, and emotional concerns of survivors. We invite any childhood cancer survivor to participate in our program; it doesn't matter where you received your cancer treatment or how long you've been in remission; we are here to help you navigate life after cancer. We offer:
- Annual survivorship appointments: This includes a comprehensive physical exam and laboratory tests.
- Recommended follow-up tests: We go over additional testing options (echocardiograms, audiograms, etc.) based on the cancer treatments you received and help set up those appointments.
- Referrals to other specialists: After reviewing your risk profile from your past cancer treatment history, we may add other medical specialists to your care plan. These can include cardiologists, reproductive medicine (for fertility preservation), dermatologists, and psychologists.
- Survivorship care plan (SCP): At your visit, you will receive an updated copy outlining your cancer history and current treatments; this is your "passport of health." We also encourage you to set up an account on Survivorlink, which provides an easy way for physicians to see the most up-to-date information about your care.
- Counseling related to the educational needs of patients: This can include neuropsychological testing for learning delays or disabilities.
Survivorlink
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Our Providers
Augusta University Medical Center specialists provide care and support throughout your entire healthcare journey.
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology
Resources & Tools.
Resources & Tools
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