Hatem Halabi, MD, FACS | Surgical Oncologist

Dr. Nancy Schell joined Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) in Chicago in July 2018. She is an experienced psychiatrist and board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Schell is excited to be part of an expert team of doctors and clinicians providing comprehensive care at CTCA®. Cancer patients may face anxiety, stress or other emotional distress after a life-changing diagnosis. She focuses on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of psychological and emotional challenges. "Sometimes when people experience something like depression or anxiety for so long, they forget how it feels to be normal," says Dr. Schell. "My goal is to improve patients' mental health and emotional well-being, so they can spend their energies fighting their disease. I work with patients to address psychological issues early and help patients improve their quality of life."

City of Hope's Blood Cancer Program in Chicago, IL, has expertise in diagnosing and treating hematology oncology using sophisticated technologies and therapies delivered through a personalized approach to meet your needs. Blood cancers differ from other types of cancer because they develop in the body's blood cells and may not form tumors. A hematologist oncologist will work with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan designed specifically for your type of cancer. Our program includes both inpatient and outpatient treatment options.

Laura Farrington, D.O. is a medical oncologist at City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago (formerly Cancer Treatment Centers of America [CTCA]), in Zion, Illinois. As a cancer doctor specializing in a wide range of cancer types, Dr. Farrington's goal is to empower her patients by helping them understand their disease and treatment options so they can make informed decisions about their care. "To me, patient-empowered care means choices," she says. "A physician should not just tell patients what to do, but help them decide which path is best for them." In addition to treating cancer, she also takes care of palliative patients' needs, ensuring that, regardless of diagnosis or outcome, they receive the care they need.