Supportive Care Clinic
Supportive Care is whole-person care for patients experiencing serious illness, with a focus on providing relief from symptoms and stress caused by diagnosis and treatment.
Considered an extra layer of care, the supportive care clinic is provided by a specially-trained team who work closely with a patient’s medical care team to ensure patients and families are reaching goals for preventing and relieving symptoms of cancer and treatment, maximizing quality of life, and addressing physical and emotional needs.
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Our Approach
Supportive care visits are tailored to what’s most important to the patient and family. Our services include:
- Treatments for relieving pain and other symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, depression, and anxiety
- Counseling for feelings of depression, anxiety, hopelessness, grief, and family challenges related to living with a serious medical illness
- Assistance and support in making difficult medical decisions
- Help in making sure that patients are as comfortable and active as possible
- Assistance with family challenges such as difficult conversations, coping with the stress of a serious illness, and talking to children to understand and cope with the illness of a loved one
Supportive Care Team
Kathleen McKillip |
Jessica Johnson |
Jami Kezeor |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I receive Supportive Care?
NCS supportive care clinic is available at a variety of locations in Omaha, Grand Island, and Hastings, and also available via Telehealth.
Does my insurance pay for Supportive Care?
Supportive care appointments will be covered by your insurance in the same manner as other clinic visits.
Is Supportive Care right for me?
Supportive care may be right for patients experiencing pain, stress, or other symptoms due to serious illness. Supportive care is beneficial at any stage of illness. Supportive care does not replace active treatment of your illness nor is it hospice care.
How does the Supportive Care teamwork with my oncologist?
Through collaboration, your medical oncology care team and supportive care team will combine efforts to provide symptom management and treatment plans based on your goals.
What can I expect?
You can expect to communicate with a medical provider in-person or via telehealth regarding symptoms, goals, and answers to your questions.
Supportive Care Resources Library
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Feeling Tired From Cancer Treatment
Is there anything I can do on my own so that I don't feel for tired? YES!
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A Message from Dr.McKillip
Here's a message to help you understand what a supportive care visit includes and what to expect from Dr. McKillip.
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Opioids & Cancer Pain
One important part of cancer care and treatment is to relieve side effects, including pain.
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NCS Supportive Care is provided in NCS clinics, area hospitals, and through home health care services.
Most insurance plans pay for the care, including Medicare and Medicaid sponsored health care plans. If you have concerns regarding the cost of care, please notify your medical oncology care team.
To schedule a supportive care visit or for questions regarding the goals and objectives of the clinic, speak with your physician or nurse, give us a call at 402.334.4773 and ask to speak with a member of the supportive care clinic or request an appointment using the form below.
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