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Cancers We Treat
Skin Cancer
Our skin cancer team uses the latest technology and treatments to treat melanoma and other skin cancers.
Breast Cancer
The LCRP breast cancer multidisciplinary team uses advanced technology to treat breast cancer with surgery, chemo, radiation therapy and other options.
Lung Cancer
The LCRP has a multidisciplinary team of cancer experts with cutting-edge technology to diagnosis and treat your lung or thoracic cancer.
Gynecologic Oncology
St. Joseph's/Candler's Dr. Sarah Gill is board certified in gynecologic oncology care to treat cancers of the female reproductive system.
Brain Cancer
The neuro-oncology team uses a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach for the surgical removal of brain and neurologic cancers.
Genitourinary Cancer
The Genitourinary Cancer Team at the LCRP works with individual patients to develop a comprehensive plan to treat prostate and other GU cancers.
Gastrointestinal Cancer
The LCRP GI multidisciplinary cancer team uses advanced technology to treat multiple gastrointestinal cancers including colon, stomach and esophageal cancers.
Head and Neck Cancer
Our head and neck cancer team uses the latest technology to treat cancers that begin in the lip, oral cavity, nasal cavity, sinuses, pharynx and larynx.
Blood Cancer
Our healthcare specialists at the LCRP use the latest technology and treatment options to treat patients diagnosed with a blood cancer.
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Therapies & Technology
Radiation Oncology
Our accredited LCRP Radiation Oncology Centers provide state-of-the-art equipment and highly skilled physicians to design a treatment program to meet each patient's needs.
TrueBeam
TrueBeam delivers high-quality, precise radiation therapy to cancer patients. TrueBeam is available at the LCRP's Savannah, Bluffton and Hilton Head locations
The CyberKnife
CyberKnife® allows physicians to provide a pain-free procedure to treat tumors anywhere in the body by delivering radiation to small areas with phenomenal accuracy.
Outpatient Chemo & Infusion
Chemotherapy is the administration of drugs or a combination of drugs delivered by topical ointment, a pill or through an IV infusion.
Advanced Surgical Services
Supported by our research partnerships, our cancer care team is able to provide the most innovative surgical techniques for advanced cancer care in the region.
Cancer Imaging Services
With revolutionary new imaging and diagnostic technology, physicians at the LCRP are able to detect cancer early, when the cancer cells are more responsive to treatment.
Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are research studies that involve patients and help doctors and researchers find new ways to improve treatments and quality of life for people with disease.
Patients & Families
Nurse Navigators
Nurse navigators lead patients through the sometimes confusing and at times scary journey through your cancer treatment.
End-of-Life Care
Our nurse navigators, social workers, chaplains and physicians work with patients and families to determine the appropriate course of action when facing end-of-life issues.
Cancer Prevention & Management
Making small changes in your daily routine can lead to benefits with your overall health. Your care team at LCRP is here to help you!
Survivorship Resources
Upon your cancer diagnosis, you are a survivor, and we're here to help on your journey. Here are some helpful resources and educational materials.
Cancer Rehabilitation Services
The Center for Rehabilitation at St. Joseph’s/Candler allows patients to experience a comprehensive approach to cancer care, including all phases of recovery.
Classes & Events
About Us
Who We Are
The experts at the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion offer advanced cancer diagnostics for the most comprehensive evaluation to confirm the presence of cancer.
Our Physicians
Learn about the talented physicians at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion who specialize in treating your cancer needs.
Community Outreach
Because prevention and early detection are essential to lowering cancer risks, we believe community education is important to improving the overall health of our region.
Accreditations & Awards
The Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion earns multiple accreditations and awards from Commission on Cancer Accreditation and American College of Radiology.
Partnerships
The Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion is aligned with prestigious and progressive organizations across the region and country.
Ways to Give
Discover ways to support cancer care and research, making a difference at the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion.
Joseph L. Ratchford, MD
Internal Medicine
Effingham Medical Partners
1571 Highway 21 South
Springfield, GA 31329
(912) 754-7500
About Joseph L. Ratchford, MD
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