OLOL to build $100M ‘state-of-the-art’ cancer treatment center

By Editor On Oct 4, 2021

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BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center will break ground next year for a new cancer treatment center valued at $ 100 million.

WAFB’s Austin Kemker will learn more about this story on 9News at Six.

The following information is from Our Lady of the Lake:

BATON ROUGE – Our Lady of the Lake announced the establishment of Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute and plans to lay the groundwork for a new state-of-the-art cancer center in 2022 that will be a goal and leader in advancing cancer care for Baton Rouge and the South Gulf Region. The construction of the freestanding facility is an expected investment of $ 100 million with additional significant financial investments to advance cancer care and services.

The facility will span more than 80,000 square feet that will be directly connected to the Regional Medical Center to provide easy access to a full range of services for all cancer patients. The Cancer Institute will include medical and surgical oncology offices, a chemotherapy / infusion center, advanced imaging and diagnostics for treatment, a dedicated infusion pharmacy, an on-site pharmacy and a state-of-the-art conference center that will bring together multidisciplinary care, education, research, patient wellbeing and innovation.

Our Lady of the Lake completes the selection of a nationally recognized architecture firm that has experience building state-of-the-art cancer centers.

“Physical, emotional and spiritual care has been shown to play an important role in the diagnosis, treatment and survival of cancer. We are pleased to combine all of these services with our holistic approach to cancer therapy under one roof. Patients benefit from being surrounded by family, support systems, and the familiarity of home – each of which is combined with advanced treatments and care that goes beyond their healing, ”said Scott Wester, President and CEO of Our Lady of the Lake.

“Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute takes cancer services to the next level of treatment and efficacy through a dedicated freestanding facility dedicated exclusively to patient-centric, quality-centric care. There is nothing independent about cancer treatment. Treating cancer requires a team, and bringing all talents together is what every patient deserves. Our decades of experience and leadership, our doctors and experienced cancer teams, and the extensive specialty services provided by Our Lady of the Lake are the backbone of this exciting step, ”added Wester.

Daniel Nuss, MD, FACS, will lead Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute and Linda Lee, LCSW, will serve as administrative vice president.

“This is a historic investment in cancer care in the south of the Gulf,” said Dr. Nuss, Transitional Director of the Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute. “Research has shown that first class cancer care involves a team-based and holistic approach to patient needs. We bring all of our knowledge and expertise to the table not only to build this facility, but to bring the entire nursing experience under one roof to every patient who walks in our doors. I am honored and excited to stand with this unmatched vision. Patients can rest assured that our advanced surgical treatments, hematology and oncology services are all to be found here in our community and will serve as an easily accessible destination for people in the south of the Gulf. ”

Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute is accredited by the Cancer Commission, which affirms the highest standards in cancer research, treatment, prevention and education and successfully completes a rigorous review process. This accreditation has been in force since 1990 and proves the sustainable quality of this comprehensive approach.

The Cancer Institute will benefit from the resources of a nationally recognized academic medical center and Our Lady of the Lake’s medical education programs and close relationships with Louisiana State University and Pennington Biomedical Research. In this unique environment, cancer researchers and providers work side by side to advance cancer treatment. The teams will draw on a vast network of people across Louisiana to address issues and discoveries that have a national impact, and most importantly, to tailor treatment options to each cancer patient.

The Cancer Institute team includes the 600 physicians of Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group and countless other medical partners across the community. Particularly noteworthy is the practice for medical oncology, a board certified group that is known as one of the largest and most respected groups of oncology doctors in the region. In addition, the institute offers the most innovative palliative medicine and surgical oncology care including head and neck, colorectal and other gastrointestinal tumors, lung cancer and thoracic surgical care, neurological tumors and orthopedic oncology. Reputable community vendors also play an essential role on the nursing team for diagnosis, treatment, and survival. “The construction of an advanced freestanding facility is a sign of strength for healthcare in our area,” said William Balhoff, chairman of the board of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. “With the transitions of community cancer partnerships, Our Lady of the Lake undoubtedly has a bright future as an elite cancer leader with the strength of her clinical talent and proven accomplishments. Motivated by the needs of the community and guided by our values, we and our doctors offer our patients excellent, first-class care. “

“Our vision for the new facility will incorporate elements of cancer industry leaders who really make an impact in their local communities, as Our Lady of the Lake has done for nearly 100 years,” said Wester. “Our sisters’ mission never wavers and we are proud of the cancer care work our teams have done today. We feel honored to advance cancer treatment as a model for our state and our region. “

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