The Cancer Center’s library allows patients to research their illness or visit with friends and family in a relaxed environment. It even comes complete with cozy chairs and a fireplace.

The indoor courtyard at the center’s chemotherapy infusion area allows patients to receive their chemo treatments in a relaxed atmosphere.

Cancer Center Director John F. Pezzimenti (left)  discusses a patient’s case with Dr Vincent Rella.

Praxair Cancer Center Director Patrice Hough stands in front of the “tree-of-life” stained glass mural. The tree has come to symbolize the center’s soothing atmosphere, which can go a long way toward making patients feel better.—Bee Photos, Bigham

Newtown resident Hank Hjerpe makes an appointment at the front desk of the infusion center.

 

In the center’s radiation lab in front of a linear accelerator machine are (from left) Michele Bailey, Sue McLean, Karen Schmidt, and Rob Cariddi.