The Cancer Institute, an overview

Saint Agnes Hospital is leading Maryland in the battle against cancer. Our world-renowned physicians are second to none when it comes to cancer diagnosis and cancer treatment.

You’ll benefit from the most advanced techniques, compassionate care and the expertise you need to fight back. With our top-notch team behind you, you’ll show cancer that you’re in control.

The Saint Agnes difference

We’re committed to making your cancer treatment as comfortable and convenient as possible—both for you and your family. We’re here for you every step of the way to answer questions, offer support and remind you that you’re not alone in this journey.

A fast, accurate diagnosis

An early and accurate diagnosis can make all the difference when it comes to treating your cancer. At Saint Agnes Hospital, our cancer doctors have the technology, resources and know-how to provide you with the most detailed diagnosis.

If you’re diagnosed with cancer, our multidisciplinary team meets to determine the best, most effective course of treatment. We make you an integral part of the process, consulting with you and your family to ensure that the recommended treatment fits you and your lifestyle.

Pioneers in cancer treatment

Saint Agnes was the first hospital in Maryland to introduce tomotherapy, the primary tool in radiation therapy. This technology lets our physicians pinpoint and target cancerous tumors without harming any of the surrounding healthy tissue.
If surgery is recommended for your cancer, you’ll benefit from one of Maryland’s most experienced surgical oncology teams. Likewise, our medical oncology team provides unmatched care and support to coordinate chemotherapy and other cancer treatments.

Our cancer treatment resources include:

• A comprehensive chemotherapy program
• A state-of-the-art radiation oncology program
• Innovative surgical oncology
• Dedicated inpatient oncology unit
• Oncology clinical research center
• Clinical nurse specialists
• Patient Care Coordinators (for certain cancers)
• Cancer support groups (for patients, spouses and families)
• Multidisciplinary tumor board conferences
• Oncology social workers
• Pastoral care support
• Nutrition counseling
• Outpatient pharmacy
• Home care
• Hospice

Support for your family

We understand that a cancer diagnosis can impact your spouse, children and other loved ones. Saint Agnes offers a variety of support groups for patients and their families, as well as a unique day camp to help your children understand and cope.

For more information about the Cancer Institute at Saint Agnes, call 410-368-2910.

Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma and MDS Support Group
Join us for a free support group for patients and families touched by blood cancer. The group offers support and education, with guest speakers presenting to the group throughout the year on various topics of interest to the blood cancer community.

Every third Monday of the month 7PM to 8:30PM

Catonsville Presbyterian Church Library
1400 Frederick Rd. Catonsville, MD 21228
Contact numbers are : the LLS local chapter # 410-891-1861 or Jennie Boyer , BSN, RN, Oncology Nurse Navigator # 410-368-2856.

Look Good…Feel Better
Look Good… Feel Better is a free program that teaches women how to cope with the appearance- related side effects of cancer treatment such as skin changes and hair loss. The sessions are held monthly and instructed by a trained volunteer cosmetologist. The program is sponsored by the Cancer Institute at Saint Agnes Hospital and the American Cancer Society. Registration is required.

For more information on dates and times or to register, please contact Kevin LaMartina at 410-368-2115.

Stepping Stones
Stepping Stones is a holistic, safe and welcoming group for all women living with breast cancer. This is a group to share feelings and experiences, obtain information, discuss ways of coping and give and receive encouragement, comfort and support..

Group is free of charge and no registration required. Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM in the Breast Center.
410-368-2306.


Sisters Network
Sisters Network Baltimore Chapter is an affiliate chapter of Sisters Network Inc., a national African American breast cancer survivor’s organization. The mission of Sisters Network, Inc. is to increase local and national attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African American community.

Sisters Network Baltimore Chapter meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, @ St. Agnes Hospital, in conference room 7 AB. Enter through main hospital entrance. For additional information contact Le’Vonia Harper @ 301-801-3512 Email: SNBaltimore@yahoo.com