General Info:
Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing experience. That is why Forrest Health provides a continuum of compassionate, high quality, state-of-the-art services for the detection, prevention and treatment of cancer through Forrest General Hospital's Cancer Center. There, a well-trained, multidiciplinary team maintains a personalized focus on the needs of each individual patient. Our team strives to improve the quality and length of life for our patients and continues to further research the cause, prevention, treatment and cure of cancer. We are Here to Help Forrest General Hospital's Cancer Center, located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi ranks among the largest and most sophisticated regional cancer treatment centers in South Mississippi and offers a place where patients can receive advanced care in a beautiful, compassionate environment. Forrest General Hospital operates the only comprehensive community Cancer Center in the 19-county service area. Additionally, the hospital received a 2015 Medical Excellence Award for cancer Care services by CareChex®, a division of Comparion, ranking Forrest General in the Top 10% in the Nation for Cancer Care and is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. We also have a Cancer Registry to guarantee accurate and timely collection of diagnosed and/or treated cancer patient data. The registry's focus is to exceed the expectations of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer standards and fulfill the Cancer Committee's vision. The Cancer Registry gives our team the ability to evaluate patient outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement over time. Our comprehensive cancer program is here to support you. From detection and diagnosis to education, rehabilitation and treatment, our physicians and staff are here to offer you the best in cancer care and help support you and keep you informed with managing your treatment.