Lung Cancer Screenings
St. Elizabeth Healthcare has initiated a Lung Cancer Screening Program in an effort to catch early, non-symptomatic diseases in patients who are considered high risk. The benefit of low-dose lung cancer CT screening is a reduction in lung cancer death for those who meet specific criteria.
Testing is available at one of our ACR accredited convenient locations:
Schedule An Appointment
To determine if you are a candidate for a lung screening CT scan, schedule an appointment with your primary care physician to discuss your options and ask about our Lung Cancer Screening program.
News & Recognition
Lung Cancer & Lung Cancer Screening in Kentucky
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in men and women in the United States. This statistic also hits close to home — the commonwealth of Kentucky has the highest incidence rate of lung cancer in the country. Learn how St. Elizabeth Healthcare wants to be a part of the solution to reducing lung cancer in the commonwealth.
St. Elizabeth Named Care Continuum Center of Excellence for Lung Cancer
St. Elizabeth Healthcare was recently named a Care Continuum Center of Excellence (CCCOE) by the GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer. With this designation, St. Elizabeth becomes one of more than 30 community hospitals recognized by the GO2 Foundation for providing patient-focused, comprehensive multidisciplinary lung cancer care.
St. Elizabeth Cancer Center Named a 2023 ACCC Innovator Award Winner by The Association of Community Cancer Centers
The Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) announced that St. Elizabeth Cancer Center in Edgewood, Kentucky, is a recipient of a 2023 ACCC Innovator Award. St. Elizabeth Cancer Center won the award for the development of a care delivery model that demonstrates sustainable outreach for cancer screening, with a specific focus on at-risk and underserved patient populations.
Nurse Navigators Help You Move Forward with Confidence
Our nurse navigators are vital in guiding and supporting you through the cancer treatment journey. With their specialized knowledge and compassionate approach, nurse navigators offer constant assistance, providing valuable information, coordinating appointments and helping to navigate the healthcare system. They offer emotional support, answer questions and address concerns to ensure you feel empowered and well-informed.
By serving as a trusted advocate, nurse navigators steer you through the challenges of cancer treatment, enhancing your overall experience and providing personalized care every step of the way.
