Clinical and Support Services
Dana-Farber - Merrimack Valley delivers the latest medical oncology care, including chemotherapy, biologic, and targeted therapy. Our experienced team also provides care for benign hematologic disorders. Patients have access to select Dana-Farber clinical trials exploring new cancer therapies in a local setting.
Hematology/Oncology
Medical oncology and hematology care and infusion are provided by Dana-Farber - Merrimack Valley. Infusion services include chemotherapy and immunotherapy, as well as additional medications and treatments (such as hydration). Patients will receive their infusion in private "bays."
Genetic Counseling
The genetic counseling program can help guide a personalized approach to treatment and identify a patient’s risk of developing other cancers. Our team can also help individuals with a family history of cancer to assess their cancer risk.
Clinical Trials
Patients will have access to many clinical trials through Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center, a nationally designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and one of the largest cancer research programs in the nation. We encourage patients to speak with their health care team about clinical trial opportunities.
Nutrition Guidance
Balanced nutrition is an important part of cancer treatment and survivorship. Our registered dietitian works with patients to design a healthful diet that can help rebuild a body’s cells, improve energy levels and manage the side effects of treatment.
Social Work
Our social workers can help patients and families cope with the emotional aspects of their treatment, as well as with practical issues. We can help identify community resources such as support groups, transportation and financial assistance programs, and disability benefits.
Dana-Farber - Merrimack Valley also offers a number of online resources to help you address the range of issues you may face after treatment, including:
- Changes in the body after cancer treatment
- Emotional and physical symptom management
- Legal rights concerning health care and employment
- Finding support groups
- Maintaining, repairing, or enhancing personal relationships
- Pursuing appropriate follow-up care
Financial Services
Financial counselors are available to help explain billing policies, determine eligibility for insurance or financial assistance, and contact insurance carriers and other providers on your behalf.
Survivorship
Experts work with cancer survivors to develop personalized care plans to help them and their healthcare providers address unique medical and psychosocial needs, identify needed screening tests, and manage potential long-term or late effects of treatment.
Pharmacy
Our pharmacy prepares infusion medications on-site and works collaboratively with the care team to safely care for you.
Outpatient Pharmacy
Our outpatient pharmacy allows for convenient collection of prescriptions and non-prescription medications directly at our site.
Palliative Care
Palliative care is specialized medical care designed to improve your quality of life when you're managing a serious illness like cancer. It focuses on easing your symptoms and stress. You can receive palliative care at any stage of your illness, and it may be offered alongside other treatments.
Our Physician Team
Our physician team at Dana-Farber - Merrimack Valley provides hematology and oncology care:
Laura C. Caprario, MD, MS
Catherine Iasiello, MD
Ahmad Kassem, MD
Nasima Khatoon, MD
Marina Z. Khitrik-Palchuk, MD
Ankur Mehta, MD
Taylor Ortiz, MD, Medical Director
Pedro M. Sanz-Altamira, MD, PhD, Associate Medical Director
Our Advanced Practice Professionals
Emma Barker, PA-C, Physician Assistant
Christine Hart Brown, MSN-ED, FNP-BC, CEN, Nurse Practitioner
Allysa Chadderdon, PA-C, Physician Assistant
Suzanne DiPalma, FNP-BC, AOCNP, Nurse Practitioner
Dillon Duttera, PA-C, Physician Assistant (Inpatient)
Samantha Hanley, DNP, CNP, FNP-BC, OCN, Nurse Practitioner
Susanne Huberty, FNP-BC, AOCNP, Nurse Practitioner
Kathleen Mitchell, FNP-BC, AOCNP, Nurse Practitioner
Maria Rachidi, PA-C, Physician Assistant
Refer a Patient to Dana-Farber - Merrimack Valley
Our team welcomes the opportunity to partner with physicians to care for patients with cancer or a blood disorder. We work collaboratively with referring physicians to develop treatment plans and communicate about patients' statuses in a detailed and timely manner.
To refer a patient to Dana-Farber - Merrimack Valley, call 978-620-2020.
