With the rise of colorectal cancer in young adults, we’re devoting all our expertise to adults under 50 through our Young Onset Colorectal Program. Explore how we’re treating and managing colorectal cancer earlier than ever at the AdventHealth Cancer Institute.
Because younger patients have unique needs, additional support teams and services are available to care for your overall wellness.
Our skilled, compassionate, oncology-certified nurses will guide you through your care and assist in connecting you with important resources. They’ll identify and address barriers to care along the way, as well as provide valuable information and support.
Our licensed clinical social workers assist patients and their families through the emotional and practical challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis. They offer individual and family counseling as well as a variety of support groups, including a GI-cancer-specific group.
When you feed your body well, you feel better. One-on-one nutrition therapy sessions are available with our registered and licensed oncology-certified dietitians before, during and after treatment.
We believe all patients should have access to straightforward information about the ways cancer can impact sexual activity. We offer private, compassionate counseling, consultations and education to help you cope with these changes and find solutions.
Cancer treatment can have a major effect on fertility. We offer fertility preservation options as a valuable tool to help mitigate the impact on your future fertility.
Our team of genetic counselors will work with you to understand your personal and family medical histories. We’ll run a simple genetic test to reveal any mutations, helping guide the direction of your treatment and assess your risk of developing other cancers.
As a younger patient, you have unique needs. And we have a unique response. We’re here to guide you using a combination of advanced therapies, clinical trials and personalized care.
Accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC), our program includes specialists in medical oncology, radiation oncology and surgery — all of whom collaborate in a weekly tumor conference to improve patient care.
We’re committed to your whole-person health as we guide your cancer treatment. Our Young Onset Colorectal Program offers distinctive integrative therapies such as massage, music therapy and acupuncture to support your body, mind and spirit.
Our compassionate and knowledgeable Nurse Navigators will help coordinate appointments, talk you through your treatment plans and support you at every step of your cancer treatment.
Receiving a more uncommon diagnosis like colon cancer as a young adult can feel isolating, but rest assured you’re not alone. The caring professionals in our Young Onset Colorectal Program will be with you every step of your journey. Community is healing for any cancer patient, but it's key in unique situations. Knowing you have people who get what you’re experiencing and who are there to listen and support you is a lifeline. We’re with you, and you can reach our Nurse Navigators at 407-303-5981.
Call Our Nurse NavigatorsHealing and getting back to feeling whole means making room in your life for plenty of guidance, love and support from your family, your friends, from others in similar situations and from us. With our support groups, the advice and understanding you need is never far away.
You’re ready to give it your all. Across all seven Central Florida locations, our leading colorectal specialists combine proven therapies and emerging innovations to achieve patient outcomes that consistently exceed the national average.
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You'll feel even stronger when surrounded by a loving support system. From our pampering patient spa, which provides relaxation services and wig fittings, to our online resources and financial assistance tools, we’re here with the practical, emotional and spiritual guidance you need.
Explore Our ResourcesYou have big plans for your life. Protect those goals with regular colonoscopy screenings. The recommended age for colonoscopy is now 45. This proven and effective test for colon cancer could save your life, as early detection is crucial.
Our cancer specialists and researchers are continuously discovering new ways to prevent and treat cancer. We participate in more than 175 national clinical trials a year to give you access to many of the latest treatments and prevention methods, many of which may not be available at other cancer centers for months or years to come.
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It's always a good idea to get a second opinion. Our experts can help you feel more confident in your care by confirming your diagnosis, shedding new light or opening the door to new treatment options.
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Our cancer patients often find comfort and hope in the company of others who understand their journeys. Connect with patients, survivors and a compassionate support group team who get what you’re going through.
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Our cancer specialists and researchers continuously discover new ways to prevent and treat cancer. We participate in more than 175 national clinical trials annually to give you access to many of the latest treatments and prevention methods, many of which may not be available at other cancer centers for months or years to come.
Find a TrialNew studies, new research and new technology. We’ll inform you of innovative treatments, advanced techniques and the latest offerings at AdventHealth Cancer Institute.
Get News UpdatesFind healing, community and stay in the know. With a wide variety of events year-round, we’ll help you connect with other patients, caregivers, support groups and our compassionate care team.
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It's always a good idea to get a second opinion. Our experts can help you feel more confident in your care by confirming your diagnosis, shining new light on your condition or opening the door to new treatment options.
Get StartedCreated for young adults facing cancer to help them connect, cope and thrive together in an online community.
A community of business professionals and entrepreneurs 50 and older to connect, grow and reimagine the possibilities of this transformative stage of life.
A magazine written by and for adolescent and young adult patients and survivors as they tell their stories in their own words.
COLONTOWN is a community of more than 130 private Facebook groups for colorectal cancer patients and caregivers.
In addition to our unparalleled cancer care, our AdventHealth experts are leaders in overall digestive health. If your treatment plan includes seeing a gastroenterologist or colorectal surgeon, our multidisciplinary team at the AdventHealth Digestive Health and Surgery Institute is ready to care for you in body, mind and spirit.
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