usa mitchell patient portal

What can I do with my USA health portal?

USA Health has two types of Patient Navigators. We offer one team of patient navigators for those patients looking to make an appointment at a USA Physicians Group outpatient clinic. Another team of patient navigators is dedicated to patients undergoing treatment at the Mitchell Cancer Institute. MyUSAHealth Patient Portal

What is the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute pharmacy?

The USA Mitchell Cancer Institute Trials App provides searchable, up-to-date information about cancer clinical trials available at MCI. The app also allows you to quickly connect with medical, gynecologic and surgical oncologists who treat a wide range of cancers across southern Alabama, southern Mississippi and the Florida Panhandle.

How do I get to my Patient Portal?

Aug 03, 2020 · Patient Health Resources. USA Health understands the need for trusted medical information. The following online resources are reputable databases that patients, family members and friends can use to seek additional information about certain conditions, home care and treatments. Patient education is an integral part of our mission, and we hope ...

What services does Mitchell Cancer Institute offer?

Combining cutting-edge research with advanced care, the USA Mitchell Cancer Institute fights cancer from the laboratory bench to the patient’s bedside. With more than 40 clinical trials and 50,000 annual patient visits, MCI is the only academic-based cancer research and treatment facility on the Gulf Coast.

What is the most dangerous type of cancer?

As the name implies, this cancer stems from the lungs, and there are three different types. Knowing the type is important to the treatment. Melanoma. The most dangerous of all skin cancers, melanoma develops when skin cells experience DNA damage, primarily through exposure to UV light, and mutate into cancerous cells.

How long is the Mitchell Cancer Institute fellowship?

The Medical Oncology Fellowship is a two-year program, and the Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship is three years. Learn more about these ACGME-accredited programs:

Where does prostate cancer occur?

A cancer that occurs in the prostate, a small gland located near the bladder. It is one of the most common cancers in men. Stomach (Gastric) Cancer. A cancer that occurs in the stomach, usually when the mucus-producing cells that line the wall of the stomach mutate and become cancerous.

Is MCI part of USA Health?

MCI has expanded its cancer care services for those patients living in Fairhope and Baldwin County. As an academic cancer center that is part of USA Health, we provide comprehensive and advanced treatment for patients battling cancer.

What is USA Health?

USA Health works with patients and their families who may be diagnosed with or genetically predisposed toward certain cancers. Cancer Prevention Program. Some 30 to 50 percent of cancers are preventable. USA Health offers the only active cancer prevention program in the region.

Where is the free valet parking at Mitchell Cancer Institute?

Mitchell Cancer Institute offers free valet parking service at the front door entrance. Free patient and visitor parking, as well as handicapped parking areas, are located to the east and south of the MCI building.

What is the Hope suite?

The new Hope suite at MCI is decorated in an ocean theme and equipped with electronic tablets and televisions to help distract and entertain young patients during what can be hours-long treatments.

What is USA Health?

The following online resources are reputable databases that patients, family members and friends can use to seek additional information about certain conditions, home care and treatments. Patient education is an integral part of our mission, and we hope these resources will be a valuable guide in helping you find the answers you need.

Is patient education a substitute for medical advice?

Please note that the information provided is intended for general education/knowledge only and is not a substitute for medical advice.

What is the National Organization for Rare Disorders?

The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is a patient advocacy organization comprised of over 300 organizations that serve those with rare disorders. The website is arranged in the following categories: Patients and Families, Patient Organizations, Clinicians and Researchers, Advocate, and Get Involved that can be easily navigated from the home page. References to Genetic and Rare Disease Information Center (GARD) and Genetic Home Reference (GHR) are throughout the site which adds to the wealth of information available for those living with a rare disease.

What is clinical trials.gov?

ClinicalTrials.gov is a database of privately and publicly funded clinical trials conducted worldwide. When presented with a rare disease or condition, having access to the most current research findings is important to patients and families. This information, found in clinical trials, allows a patient to find out what studies are being done along with the research findings. Patients can locate information on how to participate in a research study to advance the understanding of a disease, develop treatments and test interventions that may aid in the treatment of a condition.

What is MedlinePlus?

MedlinePlus, a consumer-friendly health database produced by the National Library of Medicine, is the most trusted source for consumer health information. With over 1,000 health topics, MedlinePlus contains information on various diseases and conditions, drugs and supplements, medical tests, healthy recipes, health videos ...

What is genetic home reference?

Genetics Home Reference (GHR) is a valuable genetics database that makes locating genetic information very easy with an extremely user friendly interface. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, GHR provides a vast array of information on the genetic factors, frequency, causes, and inheritance patterns of a disease with direct reference to gene mutation. Designed for the consumer, an introduction to the basic elements of genetics, referred in the database as primers, are provided so that a fundamental understanding of genetics can be gained.

What is Health Reach?

Health Reach, produced by the National Library of Medicine, is a consumer friendly database that contains multicultural health information on a variety of health topics and conditions in over 60 languages. Materials can be found as print documents, illustrations, audio, and video and are culturally and linguistically appropriate. The materials are specifically aimed for those with limited English proficiency and have been developed by hospitals, clinics, government agencies and academic institutions. Consumers can search the database by broad topic and limit by language, format or author.

What is USA Health?

USA Health is the most comprehensive healthcare organization on the Alabama Gulf Coast. As an academic health system, USA Health provides advanced and innovative patient care through its University hospitals and clinics, as well as first-class training experiences for the next generation of healthcare providers and scientists.

What is the role of University Hospital?

University Hospital also plays a key role in the education of tomorrow’s healthcare professionals, each year training hundreds of future professionals from the colleges of Medicine, Nursing and Allied Health Professions.

Where is MCI located?

With more than 40 clinical trials and 50,000 annual patient visits, MCI is the only academic-based cancer research and treatment facility on the Gulf Coast. In July 2017, MCI opened a new clinic in nearby Fairhope, an 11,000-square-foot space that includes exam rooms, cancer treatment areas and physicians’ offices.