Press Release
For Immediate Release
Mid Ohio Oncology/Hematology To Build New
Cancer Center, Patients To Have More Options, Increased
Care In One Location.
February 16, 2006 (Columbus, OH) — Mid Ohio Oncology/Hematology
(MOOH), operator of outpatient cancer and blood disorder treatment
facilities throughout Central Ohio, plans to build a new center
that will create 80 jobs and provide patients with treatment
options from one location.
The new facility will enable MOOH to expand its presence in
the region. Multiple sites are under consideration, with the
preferred site near the airport on Cassady Ave., Columbus. Groundbreaking
will occur in early 2006 with an expected opening in early 2007.
Currently, MOOH operates four outpatient treatment centers in
Columbus and its suburbs, of which all will be consolidated into
the new location. Those four include three in Columbus at 5825
Westbourne Ave., 745 W. State St., Suite 550B, and 285 E. State
St., Suite 640; and one in Westerville at 495 Cooper Road, Suite
314. In addition, our physicians will continue to provide outreach
services at offices in Chillicothe, Delaware, London and Mt.
Vernon.
The new outpatient center will employ 210, which includes the
current work force of 130 at the four centers to be consolidated,
in addition to 80 full-time hires in administrative office and
healthcare positions, such as physicians, nurse practitioners,
oncology nurses, research nurses, pharmacy and lab technicians,
radiology technicians, medical assistants, billing specialists,
social workers and information technology coordinators. The hirings
will occur over five years.
“We are committed to providing patients with comprehensive
and world-class treatment of cancer and blood disorders, from
the latest medical therapies and clinical trials to wellness
care and support services,’’ MOOH President Mark
Thompson, M.D., said.
“By creating a single point of entry for all treatment
needs, we will ensure the delivery of services in a coordinated,
efficient and cost-effective manner. This will go a long way
toward making treatment even more convenient for patients and
minimizing disruptions in their lives.”
The following are some of the services that will be provided
at the outpatient facility:
- Physician clinic
- Chemotherapy treatment
- Infusion services
- Radiation therapy
- Diagnostic imaging
- Clinical laboratory services
- Cancer research and trials
- Specialty pharmacy
- Gynecological oncology
- Wellness services, such as patient education, nutrition counseling
and psychosocial services
As part of the project, MOOH has applied to the city of Columbus
for job-creation tax abatements. The city proposal would grant
a 50-percent reduction in real-estate property taxes for 10 years.
The tax abatements are a major factor in MOOH’s decision
to build the center in Columbus and move forward with the $42
million investment in construction and technology that is expected
to facilitate future growth in patients and employees. Specifically,
the abatements will make financing for the project more economically
feasible and enable MOOH to reinvest in technology and research.
About MOOH
Mid Ohio Oncology/Hematology (MOOH), established in
1982, offers compassionate care and treatment for disease management
of cancer and blood disorders in and around Central Ohio. MOOH
simplifies access to medical expertise, disease research, treatment
and prevention, and patient advocacy in a manner that delivers
timely service and support for disease survivors unlike any other
provider in the region.
Contact:
Glenn Balasky
(614) 759-7740 ext 7157
Tom Matthews
(614) 540-5520 |
