'Second to None'
"Facing a diagnosis of colon cancer was a complete shock, but I will forever be grateful for the exceptional treatment I received from the moment I entered Beauregard Health System's Emergency Department," says Alison Shirley, a patient of Beauregard Health System.
When Michael Hsu, MD, discovered a blockage in Shirley's colon during a CT scan, he wasted no time. She received immediate emergency surgery, led by Hamid Alipour, MD, which resulted in the removal of a portion of her colon and the implementation of a colostomy bag—a crucial step in her journey toward recovery. During this process, it was discovered that she had colon cancer.
"Once the positive diagnosis was made, I traveled to MD Anderson and received my treatment protocol," Shirley says.
She was able to return home and receive all of her chemotherapy treatments in the BHS Infusion Center under the direction of Michael Bergeron, MD. "The collaboration between the doctors at MD Anderson and BHS was nothing short of spectacular, and I must add that the infusion nurses are angels!"
The seamless coordination between multiple physicians and facilities provided for Shirley's comprehensive treatment plan.
"God's fingerprint was guiding every step of this process," Shirley adds. "I wholeheartedly recommend BHS to anyone facing a similar journey. The expertise and compassionate care available right here in our community is second to none."
Shirley's story serves as a testament to the lifesaving impact of the exceptional facilities, staff, and health care providers at BHS. Their unwavering commitment to excellence and patient-centered care truly made a difference in her journey to recovery, affirming the invaluable role of local health care institutions in supporting their communities through challenging times.
Infusion Center: By the Numbers
Patients treated in 2024 (as of publication): 907
Patients treated in fiscal year 2023: 1,608
Patients treated in fiscal year 2022: 749
Total number of patients treated since inception: 3,264
Categories: Infusion Therapy
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