Michael P Sherman, MD
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Walnut Creek, CA
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Walnut Creek, CA
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Contra Costa Oncology
500 Lennon Lane
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
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Michael P Sherman, MD
CONTRA COSTA ONCOLOGY welcomes you and your family. We are committed to providing the highest quality care for patients with cancer and blood disorders. Specializing in comprehensive cutting-edge treatment programs for all forms of cancer, our highly-trained, board-certified physicians and oncology nurse practitioners are dedicated to providing the best possible patient experience. The physicians and staff at Contra Costa Oncology understand the wide array of concerns and challenges faced by cancer patients and their families. With this in mind, we ensure the most sophisticated level of medical oncology and hematology care, while providing our patients with the utmost support, compassion, and respect. Contra Costa Oncology participates in The American Society of Clinical Oncology's Quality Oncology Practice Initiative and is dedicated to providing quality care and continuing practice improvement.
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Full Service Laboratory Contra Costa Oncology has partnered with MuirLab Services to provide patients with the best professional assistance in the field of laboratory medicine. As the only private practice in Walnut Creek to offer Full Laboratory Services on site, we are committed to providing professional, caring and comprehensive testing. Chemotherapy Suite Our chemotherapy infusion suite is designed for a private, restful experience for our patients. Furnished with recliners, a flat screen TV, personal DVD players, CD players, and wireless internet capability, the suite is intended to encourage relaxation and help alleviate stress. The nursing station is dedicated exclusively to the monitoring of chemotherapy patients; physicians are on-site at all times. Chemotherapy Pharmacy The physicians and nurses are responsible for managing patients' prescriptions, dosage and formulations, focusing on those medications which best counteract the common side effects of cancer treatment. Special Services Contra Costa Oncology provides chemotherapy and biological treatments including monoclonal antibody therapy. Committed to patient education, we provide information on what to expect at every step in the process of an individual's treatment. We also offer in-depth patient counseling, as well as an extensive network of support and referral services. Integrative Health From accupunture and esthetic services to nutrition and meditation, the goal of our integrative health programs is to increase the effectiveness of conventional cancer treatment programs, while improving the quality of life for our patients. Registered Nurses Our registered nurses are specially trained and certified in the administration of chemotherapy and the management of its side effects. All medications are prepared, verified and administered on-site by our registered nurses. They are also responsible for patient assessment and education. With a genuine understanding of patients' concerns, they strive to provide a strong environment of support, communication, and compassion.
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