highlands oncology patient portal

What services does Highlands Oncology Group offer?

Highlands Oncology Group is committed to providing the highest quality healthcare, and to enhancing the quality of life of our patients and their loved ones. We offer state-of-the-art medical care, with a commitment to honoring and caring for every person that we have the privilege to serve with love, joy, compassion and ultimate respect.

How do I access my health information through the my health portal?

Click below to learn more about what sets Highlands Oncology Group apart. Learn More. Pay Your Bill. Careers. Patient Portal. Beginning Treatment Videos. Rogers 808 South 52nd Street Rogers, AR 72758 Phone (479) 936-9900 Fax (479) 936-9944. Springdale 3901 Parkway Circle Springdale, AR 72762 Phone (479) 334-2430 Fax (479) 587-1366.

How do I create a profile in the patient portal?

People with cancer and those who care about them face many problems and challenges. Having helpful information and support services can make it easier to cope with these problems. Also, it helps many patients to discuss their concerns with others who have cancer.

What to discuss with a doctor about cancer?

It is always a good idea to discuss the advice of friends and family members with the doctor. People living with cancer may worry about caring for their families, keeping their jobs, or continuing daily activities. Concerns about tests, treatments, hospital stays, and medical bills are also common.

Why is patient support important?

People with cancer and those who care about them face many problems and challenges. Having helpful information and support services can make it easier to cope with these problems. Also, it helps many patients to discuss their concerns with others who have cancer.

What can a social worker do for you?

Often, a social worker can suggest resources for help with rehabilitation, emotional support, financial aid, transportation, or home care. Financial Support.

What is medical oncology?

Medical oncology is the use of medicines, such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy, to treat cancer. A medical oncologist specializes in using these drugs in certain combinations to best treat your cancer. At Penn Highlands, your medical oncologist also may be the primary doctor overseeing your cancer care. In addition to medical oncologists, cancer ...

What is the role of an oncologist in cancer?

Your oncologist will provide ongoing follow-up care to monitor your status, including helping you cope with the side effects of treatment and assessing how your cancer is responding to treatment.

What is the treatment for cancer?

Most likely, you have been seen by a medical oncologist or been told you will be treated with medical oncology therapy . Medical oncology is the use of medicines, such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy, to treat cancer.

What is the name of the doctor who diagnoses cancer?

When you are diagnosed with cancer, you may be referred directly to a surgeon then be seen by a medical oncologist. Or you may be referred first to a medical oncologist. Medical oncologists specialize in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating cancer. Your medical oncologist will begin by meeting with you to explain your diagnosis ...

What is precision medicine?

If chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy (also called precision medicine) is part of your treatment plan, your Penn Highlands medical oncologist will determine the type of medicine, the number and frequency of treatments, and the combination or sequence of medicines to be used.

Is there a single treatment for cancer?

Cancer treatment is highly individualized. There is no single best treatment for all types of cancer. Different treatments work better on some cancers than others. And some treatments may work better in one person than another who has the same type of cancer.