At Hope4Cancer Institute, we encourage you to relax and focus on your recovery process in our nurturing and healing environment. On the day of your admission, the administrator at our institute will be there to greet you and guide you through your registration process. During your admission interview, a team of experts will be assigned specifically to you based on your individual needs. Your team will analyze your data and establish an appropriate treatment protocol for you.
We understand this can be an extremely difficult time for you. We are here to facilitate your experience at Hope4Cancer Institute by making your treatment as pleasant and comfortable as possible.
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Preparing for your stay
What to bring:
- Medical records - including lab and test results
- Medical insurance card and information
- Personal Identification
- Medication and supplements
- Casual clothing - enough for your entire stay (sweat suits most popular)
- Jacket and sweater
- Swim suit
- Long robe
- Slippers
- Pajamas
- Toiletries
- Camera and film (optional)
- Small calendar
- Address book
- Small amount of cash
Cellular Phones
Cellular phones may be used in our facility. Please direct questions regarding signal reception and "out of the country" charges to your cellular phone carrier.
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Traveling to Hope4Cancer
The main course of transportation for out of state or out of country patients is by air. Please make your flight arrangements with the airline of your choice. Your flight destination is San Diego International Airport. When you arrive at this airport, our transportation representative will greet you at the baggage claim department, load your belongings, and transport you to our facility. At completion of treatment, when it is time for you to leave our facility, our transportation representative will drive you to San Diego International Airport for your return flight home.
PLEASE NOTE:
The following forms of identification are acceptable for crossing US/Mexico Borders by land. A combination of proof of US citizenship, such as a birth certificate, AND driver's license or other state-issued photo identification. If using a birth certificate as identification, you should have the original, with an embossed state seal. This form of identification is acceptable for use to visit or return from Mexico by land in 2007, 2008 and the first half of 2009.
OR
An Official Passport.
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Meals
Nutrition is an important part of cancer treatment. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help you feel better and achieve optimal health. At Hope4Cancer Institute we provide balanced nutrition. Our meals are made with the finest organic produce available and consist of natural fruits, vegetables, beans, grains, fish, salads, and natural juices. Hope4Cancer's chef lovingly prepares meals specifically designed for each and every patient as an individual. Our accomplished chef in vegetarian cuisine makes the best meals you have ever experienced. We understand that proper nutrition is essential for a healthy immune system. All of our fruits and vegetables are organically grown and specifically selected to enhance your health.
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Accommodations
At Hope4Cancer Institute we feel it is important for you to have support from your family and friends. We encourage you to bring one companion to stay with you in your private room at no additional charge. We make every effort to make your stay more comfortable. In addition to standard provisions, we provide you with the use of additional amenities and services.
Patient rooms
Our patient rooms are private. Each room has two separate beds and a bathroom. Patient rooms are equipped with a telephone which allows you to have unlimited incoming and outgoing call capability within the USA and Canada, a television with satellite TV (Direct TV) and DVD player, 110 voltage (same as in USA), and wireless internet, so you can bring your laptop if you like. A few of our patient rooms have the benefit of a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean with the pleasure of frequent dolphin viewings. Beach access is a few short steps across the street from the front door of our facility.
In the common areas of our facility we offer several places for you to socialize and visit or lounge and relax. The areas on the first floor of our facility include a garden atrium equipped with table, chairs, and lots of fresh air. Our first floor leisure area is equipped with comfortable seating, books for your enjoyment, a television with DVD player, and a wide variety of movies to choose from. Common areas on the second floor of our facility include a leisure area equipped with comfortable seating, books for your enjoyment, and a desk top computer with high speed cable internet. We also offer the added bonus of a rooftop sun deck equipped with patio furnishings for your enjoyment.
Additional conveniences include:
- Peaceful non-imposing treatment rooms
- English speaking staff
- Safe and tranquil location
- Laundry service - this service is performed upon your request. Access to our laundry facility is only available to Hope4Cancer Institute staff. Bring your own laundry soap.
- Tours and Shopping - excursions for sightseeing and shopping in Tijuana and San Diego are available upon request. Our facility is a ten minute drive from the San Diego Border and 30 minutes from the San Diego International Airport. Transportation arrangements must be made with our administrator in a timely manner.
- Chiropractic - our standard treatment provides you with personalized physician care seven days a week. Chiropractic services are available upon request.
