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IU Health Ball Memorial Cancer Center
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The IU Health Ball Memorial Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer treatment for Indiana's East Central region.
Advances in cancer care are quickly evolving with new ways of treating or managing cancer. At IU Health, we keep up with the latest standards of care and innovations so that we can always offer you the latest treatment options.
You will have a full team of experts across specialties to care for you. Your care team may include:
- Board-certified oncology experts
- Nurses
- Surgeons
- Dietitians
- Clinical trial experts
- Counselors
- Chaplains,
- Social workers
- Pharmacists
- Exercise specialists
- Therapists
Together, they will create a personalized treatment plan for you. We offer the latest treatment options:
Medical Oncology
Our board-certified cancer physicians and nurse practitioners provide treatment and symptom management services. Leading edge treatment options, like cancer clinical trials, immunotherapy and precision genomics, are available in East Central Indiana.
Local Trials
There may also be the opportunity for you to participate in clinical trials. This often gives you access to new treatment options that might not otherwise be available. Learn more about local clinical trials.
Radiation Oncology
Our board-certified radiation oncologists provide state-of-the-art radiation therapy to our patients. Radiation therapy uses targeted energy to destroy cancer cells, shrink tumors and alleviate certain cancer-related symptoms. Our experts use advanced technologies to deliver targeted therapies and proactively manage side effects from treatment.
Prevention & Screenings
Our Cancer Education Program promotes healthy lifestyle choices for adults and children, and is available free to the community. To learn more about these programs or to schedule a presentation, call 765.702.1373.
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital also offers a Lung Cancer Screening Program for patients who are considered at high risk. To schedule a lung cancer screening call 765.751.2727. There is a $49 charge for this screening.
Ask about other cancer screenings, free and open to the public, including:
- Cervical and breast cancer screening
- Skin cancer screening
Call 765.741.2938 for more information.
Finding the Best Treatment Options
You will have a full team of experts across specialties to care for you. Your care team may include:
- Board-certified oncology experts
- Nurses
- Surgeons
- Dietitians
- Clinical trial experts
- Counselors
- Chaplains,
- Social workers
- Pharmacists
- Exercise specialists
- Therapists
Together, they will create a personalized treatment plan for you. We offer the latest treatment options:
Medical Oncology
Our board-certified cancer physicians and nurse practitioners provide treatment and symptom management services. Leading edge treatment options, like cancer clinical trials, immunotherapy and precision genomics, are available in East Central Indiana.
Local Trials
There may also be the opportunity for you to participate in clinical trials. This often gives you access to new treatment options that might not otherwise be available. Learn more about local clinical trials.
Radiation Oncology
Our board-certified radiation oncologists provide state-of-the-art radiation therapy to our patients. Radiation therapy uses targeted energy to destroy cancer cells, shrink tumors and alleviate certain cancer-related symptoms. Our experts use advanced technologies to deliver targeted therapies and proactively manage side effects from treatment.
Prevention & Screenings
Our Cancer Education Program promotes healthy lifestyle choices for adults and children, and is available free to the community. To learn more about these programs or to schedule a presentation, call 765.702.1373.
IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital also offers a Lung Cancer Screening Program for patients who are considered at high risk. To schedule a lung cancer screening call 765.751.2727. There is a $49 charge for this screening.
Ask about other cancer screenings, free and open to the public, including:
- Cervical and breast cancer screening
- Skin cancer screening
Call 765.741.2938 for more information.
Please watch these helpful videos to learn more about our supportive services designed especially to help our cancer patients navigate their treatment journey.
Helpful Videos
Please watch these helpful videos to learn more about our supportive services designed especially to help our cancer patients navigate their treatment journey.
IU Health Ball Memorial Cancer Center provides expert medical treatment with supportive services to help you with the stress of a cancer diagnosis:
Cancer Rehab Program
Physical activity during cancer treatment reduces fatigue, increases strength, improves mood and boosts the immune system. Call our cancer exercise specialist at 765.747.3773 to learn more.
Cancer Center Boutique
The cancer center has a full-time certified mastectomy fitter and cosmetologist. They can assist patients who need bra, prosthesis or wig fittings. Some items are paid or reimbursed by insurance. We will file your Medicare and most private insurance company claims. The boutique also has many specialty treatment items. For more information call 765.751.5302.
Chaplaincy
For many people, spirituality or faith provides a source of support and comfort during this time. A chaplain can be reached anytime by notifying a nurse or staff person or by calling the hospital operator at 765.747.4408.
Social Services
Our social worker is here to connect you and your family with services to help make your journey less stressful. This includes home care services, counseling and other community resources. To learn more, please call 765.702.2768.
Cancer Registry
The Cancer Registry collects and analyzes all reportable cancers diagnosed and/or treated at the IU Health Ball Memorial Cancer Center. Data is maintained, analyzed and reported for the purpose of research and quality improvement analysis. Call 765.747.3025 to speak to the lead registrar.
Cancer Dietitian
A well-nourished body can aid in recovering from surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and stress. It builds new tissues and prevents tissue breakdown and weight loss. Our oncology dietitian works directly with you to assess your status and provide nutrition care to meet your needs. For more information, call 765.747.3273.
Financial Services Representative
The Patient Access Services Financial Service Representative can help you with all financial related concerns. This may include:
- Medicaid enrollment
- Food stamps (SNAP)
- Medication and co-pay assistance
- Billing and accounting assistance
For more information, please call 765.281.6772.
Counseling
Cancer health psychology professionals provide free services to support the many issues that may affect you and your family during a cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. For more information please call 765.281.2030.
Supportive Services
IU Health Ball Memorial Cancer Center provides expert medical treatment with supportive services to help you with the stress of a cancer diagnosis:
Cancer Rehab Program
Physical activity during cancer treatment reduces fatigue, increases strength, improves mood and boosts the immune system. Call our cancer exercise specialist at 765.747.3773 to learn more.
Cancer Center Boutique
The cancer center has a full-time certified mastectomy fitter and cosmetologist. They can assist patients who need bra, prosthesis or wig fittings. Some items are paid or reimbursed by insurance. We will file your Medicare and most private insurance company claims. The boutique also has many specialty treatment items. For more information call 765.751.5302.
Chaplaincy
For many people, spirituality or faith provides a source of support and comfort during this time. A chaplain can be reached anytime by notifying a nurse or staff person or by calling the hospital operator at 765.747.4408.
Social Services
Our social worker is here to connect you and your family with services to help make your journey less stressful. This includes home care services, counseling and other community resources. To learn more, please call 765.702.2768.
Cancer Registry
The Cancer Registry collects and analyzes all reportable cancers diagnosed and/or treated at the IU Health Ball Memorial Cancer Center. Data is maintained, analyzed and reported for the purpose of research and quality improvement analysis. Call 765.747.3025 to speak to the lead registrar.
Cancer Dietitian
A well-nourished body can aid in recovering from surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and stress. It builds new tissues and prevents tissue breakdown and weight loss. Our oncology dietitian works directly with you to assess your status and provide nutrition care to meet your needs. For more information, call 765.747.3273.
Financial Services Representative
The Patient Access Services Financial Service Representative can help you with all financial related concerns. This may include:
- Medicaid enrollment
- Food stamps (SNAP)
- Medication and co-pay assistance
- Billing and accounting assistance
For more information, please call 765.281.6772.
Counseling
Cancer health psychology professionals provide free services to support the many issues that may affect you and your family during a cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. For more information please call 765.281.2030.
