Ivy Tuason, RN, MSN, FNP, Program Coordinator

Don’t panic – we are here for you!

 

Hearing that you have cancer can be overwhelming, but we are right here in your community and have many ways to support you and your family, along with state-of-the-art treatment. The Lung Cancer Program at Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center is a multi-disciplinary and unique team that offers streamlined quality care. You can rest assured that your individual situation will be handled by our team physicians with your best interests in mind and treatment will be designed specifically for you.

 

We can offer you access to clinical trials and cutting edge anti-cancer drugs that earned our Cancer Program the maximum accreditation from the American College of Surgeons, Commission on Cancer. The new Trilogy System delivers ultra-precise radiation with greater speed and accuracy, making it possible to safely deliver the maximum treatment while not damaging surrounding tissue.

 

In addition to outstanding treatment, you will be supported throughout this experience by the dedicated and compassionate patient care coordinator, Ivy Tuason, RN, MSN, FNP who will be with you every step of the way. Her role is to guide you through the experience of diagnosis, treatment and recovery from Lung Cancer. She will work closely with all of your physicians to expedite and ensure you the best treatment possible. You can contact Ivy at (909) 865-9903 or ivy.tuason@pvhmc.org.  She is here to help you and your family.

 

Pulmonary Outpatient Program

 

We understand that many of our patients with Lung Cancer also have an underlying chronic lung disease such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In addition, treatment options for lung cancer such as surgery and radiation oncology may result to a decrease lung capacity. Chronic pulmonary disease may result in decrease ability to perform day to day activities, constant shortness of breath and exhaustion, frequent hospitalizations and anxiety.  Our Lung Cancer Program is dedicated not only in fighting the disease but also to ensure that our patients are given the resources to adapt to their illness before, during and after their treatments. We have partnered with our Respiratory Services Department to offer free Pulmonary Outpatient Program.

 

The Pulmonary Outpatient Program is a comprehensive educational program designed for patients with emphysema, chronic bronchitis and other chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a 3-part program designed to teach patients about living and dealing with chronic illness.

 

The first component of the program is education. Patients attend two lectures given by our licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP). The lectures focus on disease process, medications, breathing retraining and coping strategies. The second component to the program is the monthly maintenance program. This is a once a month meeting with the RCP to measure your lung volumes and oxygen saturation, supervised exercise and review of your self management regimen. The third component of the program is the support group called “Breathing Buddies.” Patients meet monthly to discuss issues that affect daily lives. Guest lectures are scheduled in some of the meetings.

 

The goals for our Pulmonary Outpatient Program are:

• Start and maintain a home exercise program
• Maintain your ability to perform activities of daily living (hygiene, toileting, etc)
• Reduce shortness of breath and anxiety
• Increase understanding of your medications
• Reduce hospitalizations
• Promote self reliance and independence.

 

There is no charge for this program, however because there is a moderate level of exercise, patients will need an order from their physician to participate in the program.

For any questions, please call Ivy Tuason at 909-865-9903. For scheduling, please call Michele Geddes, Respiratory Services at 909-865-9136.

 

Smoking Cessation Program

 

Most cases of lung cancer death, close to 90% in men, and 80% in women are caused by cigarette smoking. We know that quitting smoking is not easy, but we are here to HELP you.  You can help us fight lung cancer by quitting smoking!

 

Our smoking cessation program, offered through our Respiratory Services Department offers assessment, care planning, treatment options and support to help you quit smoking. Call us now and make an appointment. For more information; please call Ivy Tuason at 909-865-9903 or Michele Geddes, Respiratory Services at 909-865-9136.

 

We are not far away and parking is close and convenient to our Cancer Care Center.  The home-like atmosphere is comforting during this stressful time.

 

Click on the left to learn more about our Oncology Services.

 

Click on the left to access all of the Education and Support that is available online and at the Cancer Care Center.  Read our quarterly newsletter, explore links to online reputable sources, read other survivors stories, and see what support groups and wellness programs are available. 

Lung Program Brochure