ANEW VISION IN CANCER CARE MIRO Affiliated Radiation Oncology Centers MIRO Affiliated Radiation Oncology Centers are an advanced system of cancer treatment facilities dedicated to helping and healing cancer patients. The System embodies a new vision in cancer care, devoting the highest caliber resources to the expansion and improvement of the cancer treatment services in Southeastern Michigan. What sets MIRO apart from other treatment facilities is the commitment of every member of its staff to give the highest priority to patient convenience, comfort and needs. Every aspect of the treatment is tailored recogn iz ing the unique concerns of cancer patients and their loved ones in their fight against cancer. MIRO Philosophy The basic philosophy of MIRO is founded on seven principles: 1. commitment: The MIRO professional staff are committed to combining advanced technology with personalized care in a friendly, professional and compassionate setting. 2. competence: Board Certified cancer specialists, including radiation and medical oncologists and surgeons, medical physicists and dosimetrists, certified oncology nurses, registered radiation therapists, simulation specialists and support personnel are dedicated, 24 hours a day, to car _ e for cancer patients with the state-of-the-art treatment techniques. 3. onvenience: Currently, MIRO Affiliated Radiation Oncology Centers are conveniently located at: U MIRO Farmington Hills Radiation Oncology Center - 28595 Orchard Lake Road, # 110 (at 12% Mile Road) Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (810) 553-0606 U MIRO Madison Heights Radiation Oncology Center - on the campus of Oakland General Hospital 27415 Dequindre Madison Heights, MI 48071 (810) 542-0505 U Michigan Institute for Radiation Oncology on the campus of St. Joseph Mercy Hospital 70 Fulton Street Pontiac, Ml 48341 (810) 338-0300 Plans are in progress for two other cancer treatment facilities in Clarkston and Monroe, Michigan. MIRO staff will arrange all aspects of patient's needs including: scheduling for blood work, CT scanning, diagnostic radiology, MRI, dental, and psychosocial consultation, as well as educational programs, transportation, housing and parking. 'ompassion: MIRO is founded on the principle that every patient is unique and has a right to expect the most technologically- advanced and professional, yet friendly, courteous and compassionate treatment from MIRO physicians and staff. The care at MIRO is designed to preserve the respect, dignity and quality of life of patients and their loved ones. 4. 5. rommunication: Communication with the general public is essential to the optimum cancer service to the community. MIRO provides the following public services to the community: • "MIRO Cancer Information Hotline" is a free service set up to communicate with those concerned about cancer. Oncology physicians and oncology certified nurses answer questions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. CANCER INFORMATION HOTLINE 1-800-344-MIRO (6476) • Personal Cancer Risk Assessment is a free computer program which scientifically calculates a person's risk of developing the most common cancers using the individual's personal data. It then recommends available screening tests and their frequency, which the person should pursue. The MIRO Cancer Risk report is designed to be shared with a person's physician in order to develop a comprehensive cancer prevention and early detection program. • pamphlets, Educational materials on cancer: videotapes and audiotapes are provided free of charge to anyone requiring information or specific details about cancer treatment methods by simply contacting any of the MIRO Centers. Free Cancer Screening Programs are offered • periodically by MIRO for different types of cancer, including cancer of the prostate, skin and breast. 6. r011abOrati011: MIRO Physicians and Staff in collaboration with St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Botsford Hospital, Oakland General Hospital, Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital, Huron Valley Hospital, Crittenton Hospital, Henry Ford Hospital, Wayne State University, Detroit Medical Center, Children's Hospital, and the American Cancer Society conduct clinical trials and provide clinical research and educational programs. 7. ra pa bIlltleS: MIRO Physicians in association with the medical oncologists and surgeons provide cancer programs for every type of cancer. The special cancer treatment programs at MIRO include: • External Megavoltage Photon Beam Therapy • External Beam Megavoltage Electron Therapy • 3-D Computerized Treatment Planning • Intravenous Brachytherapy for Bone Metastases • High Dose Rate Remote Afterloading Brachytherapy • Hyperfractionated Radiosurgery • Whole Body/Skin Electron Beam Therapy • Concurrent Chemo-radiation Therapy • Interdisciplinary Treatment Programs ...And Finally, smote from MINS Skeeter& Dear Community Member, We recognize the devastating effect cancer has on every family in Michigan. We believe that MIRO is more than an excellent cancer treatment facility. It is a concept--a concept of Miracles, Ideas, Respect and Optimism: Miracles through research; Ideas through communication; Respect through caring; and Optimism through prevention. Our physicians and staff stand ready 24 hours a day to provide support and helping hands whenever you need them. We are dedicated to your care and cure. Donald G. Bronn, MD, PhD Farideh R. Bagne, PhD, JD Medical Director & Chairman Administrative Director & Vice Chairman u) Cr) rn Cr) CC w LU CD w H23