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Green Bay Oncology

We're the area's largest cancer fighting team. And we never back down. We are responsible and accountable to each other and the community.

The experience and caliber of our oncologists are key factors in determining our patients’ success. VISION: Green Bay Oncology will be the thought leader in driving a connected and committed health care experience. MISSION: Our mission is to relentlessly grow, lead, and deliver valued, innovative oncology services in the Midwest. By investing in caring, empathetic relationships, we elevate the ind

ividual experience for all users of health care. VALUES:
Pursue Empathetic,Caring Relationships
Embrace the Difficult
Take Responsibility
Be Better

05/20/2024

runners marathon relay team. 👟

05/11/2024

Supporting our community and the American Cancer Society at Sole Burner.

05/06/2024

MELANOMA MONDAY: “This time of year, conjures up thoughts of fun in the sun, on the boat, or walking the dog. It is also the beginning of Awareness Month and May 6th is .

is one of the most serious types of skin cancers, but if caught early…” - Dr. Barbi Kaplan-Frenkel

READ MORE HERE: gboncology.com/melanoma-monday/

05/03/2024

As the days get warmer, the need for blood increases during the summer months. Consider donating to save a life. 💪🏼🩸

05/01/2024

WELCOME TO THE TEAM: The choice of a medical career was ignited by her parents’ aspirations. However, it was during college experiences that Judy discovered the multifaceted nature of being a doctor. Her journey through medical school allowed her to integrate her love for anatomy, medical illustration, and surgical pathology, leading to her present-day career in breast cancer surgery. This field enables her to embrace the challenges and rewards of operative disease removal, aesthetics, and the visual communication of these concepts to her patients through medical drawings.

Judy treasures the genuine connections she’s made with the down-to-earth, fun-loving people of Northeast Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, and she’s delighted to be back in the state she called home for over twenty years with friends now considered family.

"Share with me your goals, and together we will find a treatment algorithm that meets your needs."

MORE ABOUT DR. TJOE HERE: gboncology.com/providers/judy-tjoe-md/

04/22/2024

NEW WEBSITE LIVE: We can’t wait for you to explore.

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04/22/2024

APRIL 27: Search collection sites here: dea.gov/takebackday

04/20/2024

BEHIND THE SCENES: New website live now!
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04/06/2024

Dr. Alex Coffman and nurse Kristin Kuss showed up today representing the runners for our patients.

03/18/2024

HEALTH WORKFORCE WELL-BEING DAY: “Especially in the wake of , mental health for healthcare professionals is more important than ever. Taking care of our patients starts with supporting each other and making a priority.” - Dr. Barbi Kaplan-Frenkel

HEALTHCARE BURNOUT: https://gboncology.com/podcasts/healthcare-burnout/

02/17/2024

NATIONAL RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS DAY: “There is real behind the health benefits of acts of . Performing an act of kindness has been proven to increase release of the "love hormone" associated with social bonds and connection, increased the "feel good" chemical messenger in the brain and increased serotonin which is directly associated with mood. Kindness can even lower your .

In addition to improved self-esteem, empathy and compassion and loneliness, MRI images have demonstrated kindness can positively impact your brain. Studies have shown even observing acts of kindness can improve mood, moral, decrease negative thoughts, depression, and loneliness.

Most can look back in their own lives and remember a time when an act of kindness done for them made a lasting impact even years later. Even the practice of remembering the feelings one felt when receiving kindness can boost one's mood and compassion.

Embracing our own humanness with kindness, approaching our own self with compassion, support and speaking gently to ourselves, can be the greatest act of kindness of all.

www.randomactsofkindness.org has daily suggestions of many acts of kindness, including ways to teach and promote kindness at school, work and at home.” - Dr. Ruth Warren (and sons)

02/03/2024

First official race for the runners. We’re excited to see how far they go this year for our patients. 👟

01/29/2024

INTERNATIONAL LEGO DAY: “Today is special for me because it represents an activity our whole family can participate in and enjoys year round. The name ‘LEGO’ is an abbreviation of the two Danish words “leg godt”, meaning “play well” and today we did exactly that.” - Dr. Alex Coffman

01/21/2024

Go Pack Go! 🧀🏈

01/16/2024

NATIONAL HOUSEPLANT APPRECIATION DAY: “Despite the cold weather, I am still able to enjoy in the winter by tending to my indoor plants. Besides adding some beauty to indoor spaces, houseplants offer a number of other benefits. They help purify the air, reduce stress levels, increase humidity in dry environments, as well as lower carbon dioxide levels. My favorite plant is my , also known as a prayer . It opens its leaves during the day and closes them in the evening, perhaps as a way of absorbing moisture and catching rain. If you are ever in Milwaukee, be sure to check out my favorite plant store, STUMP.” - Dr. Barbi Kaplan-Frenkel 🪴🌱

01/11/2024

HOPE VS HONESTY: This week we discuss the importance of transparent and honest discussions with cancer patients about their prognosis and treatment options.

It is crucial to be honest with patients and not give false hope, as this can lead to unnecessary treatments and emotional harm. We also discussed the importance of ongoing patient conversations about their prognosis and treatment options and the need to respect each patient’s hopes and goals.

LISTEN HERE OR WHEREVER YOU GET PODCASTS: gboncology.com/podcasts/

01/11/2024

“I have been passionate about oncology ever since I was a little girl, when my mom was diagnosed with stage 2 Melanoma when I was six, which was a very scary situation being that young. I was so appreciative of the nurses and doctors who helped my mom, that that's the field I wanted to work in for a very long time.” - Morgan Drake, CNA going for Social Work at UW-Green Bay

01/10/2024

“Working in this specialty has given me more than I could put in words. I thought that if I could help just one person going through a rough time it would be worth it, but what I’ve realized is how I’ve been positively impacted and that it’s a two way street.” - Mary Deane, CMA going for ADN Nursing at NWTC

01/01/2024

NEW YEAR, NEW NAME: Though much has changed since our founding, our mission to bring cancer care close to home for our patients never has. It's because of that mission that we plan to change our name in the coming months.

Cancer doesn't have a zip code. It affects people everywhere. And though we're proud of our roots in Green Bay, we now serve other communities as well. So it's time our name matched our mission.

With that in mind, we thought we'd share this encore episode titled "Our Mission" while we're taking a break from production to celebrate and reflect with our loved ones this week.

We hope you'll enjoy it, and wish you and your loved ones a very Happy New Year.

LISTEN HERE OR WHEREVER YOU GET PODCASTS: gboncology.com/podcasts/

MORE ABOUT THE NAME CHANGE IN THE COMMENT SECTION.

12/31/2023

“Watching the people I love pass away from ultimately helped me recognize that I wanted to be a pediatric oncology . When working with kids, I find helping them incredibly empowering, and it gives me joy knowing I can make an impact on their lives. Becoming a future pediatric oncology nurse, I’ll continue to advocate and care for children and their families going through a difficult time.” - Mikayla Miller, CNA II going for Nursing at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

12/29/2023

“I love caring for patients. I enjoy getting to see them often and forming relationships with them and their families. Oncology patients have a joy for life and see the positive in everything. They are always grateful and appreciative. I also like to be there for the patients and their families if or when they decide that they do not want to fight anymore. I would definitely like to continue in the oncology field as a Nurse Practitioner.” - Alisa Prochnow, RN going for Family Nurse Practitioner at Bellin College

12/29/2023

"My family's journey with began with my grandmother's being treated at Green Bay Oncology by Dr. Michael Volk. My grandmother received spectacular personalized care, but there was another aspect of her treatment that stands out to me 20 years later. My grandfather, a German immigrant, was always able to talk to Dr. Volk about his heritage, and he responded with the utmost regard and interest in everything he had to say. My grandfather was not college educated and could not understand the medical knowledge of my grandmother's oncologists, but every doctor was willing to come down to a personal level in conversation with my grandfather. This inspires me to become an that is not only skilled in my profession, but someone who can make the patient and family experience one to remember. The biomedical science education will allow me to acquire a solid basis that will prepare me for medical school and the MCAT. A medical school education will allow me to pursue my dream of becoming an oncologist." - Emma Skaletski, CNA to Biomedical Science at Marquette University

12/27/2023

CLINICAL TRIAL AWARDS: This year, nine of our physicians were recognized with silver and gold certificates of excellence for exceptional achievement in patient enrollments in National Cancer Institute treatment and cancer control, prevention, and screening trials. Congratulations!

Many of us who work in cancer care consider it a gift and a privilege.

The gifts that come from the work take many forms: being part of a patient's cure, helping patients live longer and better when they can't be cured – and helping them have peace and dignity if the end becomes unavoidable.

But the one that excites us the most is the constant growth of the field and evolution of the treatments. All of this is made possible by ongoing research, driven by doctors and patients alike–and it's a gift that keeps on giving.

CANCER CARE THEN & NOW - LISTEN HERE OR WHEREVER YOU GET PODCASTS: gboncology.com/podcasts/

12/25/2023

Happy Holidays! We’re grateful for the team of doctors rounding and being on call for our patients.

12/22/2023

“When my mother-in-law was diagnosed with stage 4 in 2017, she had to spend days in the hospital for her treatments and I admired her and the care they gave her each time we went to visit. I want to continue caring for and serving patients the best I know how.” - Rachael Osmunson, RN going for BSN at Western Governors University

12/21/2023

“I have always wanted to help people and have been drawn to nursing ever since I was a child. After working in it is evident that these patients are the most caring individuals. After receiving my NP education, I hope to care for and give my full attention to patients on this difficult journey.” - Lydia Heim, RN to Family Nirse Practitioner at Concordia University Wisconsin

12/20/2023

“After my uncle went through treatment here and moved through , I knew I had more potential than what I was fulfilling. After getting a job as a CNA, I have met so many patients who have left an impact on me and showed me exactly why I am interested in . Being on the oncology floor encourages me to continue working towards my RN to give to people through tough times.” - Cameron Zenz, CNA going for RN at Bellin College

12/19/2023

HAIR LOSS & CHEMOTHERAPY: This week, Dr. Mitch Winkler explains why certain therapies cause and discuss the emotional impact it can have on patients. We also touch on the treatments more likely to cause hair loss.

🎙️ Is hair loss permanent for cancer patients?
🎙️ How cancer patients cope with hair loss.
🎙️ How common is it for people to lose their hair during cancer treatment?

“This is a temporary phase, just like the treatment is.” – Dr. Mitch Winkler

LISTEN HERE OR WHEREVER YOU GET PODCASTS: gboncology.com/podcasts/

12/18/2023

"When I was sixteen years old I applied and was the youngest person accepted into the program. Since my first day, I have been drawn to . I can support my patients in whatever way they need, whether that is to continue the fight or to gain the strength to let go. The connection I have with my patients is the reason I work so hard to stay in ." - Kalissa Kelsey CNA going for Nursing at NWTC

10/21/2022

The Bark River-Harris Broncos Football sports boosters donated 50/50 proceeds to the OSF St. Francis Hospital & Medical Group new cancer building. Nurse Navigator, Jill Deno was honored to accept the donation on behalf of OSF & Green Bay Oncology. Fun fact, the Broncos were playing against Dr. Brian Burnette's hometown of Ishpeming! Go BRONCOS!

07/22/2021

After a cancer diagnosis, there are uncomfortable things that need to be taken care of. Talk to your family and get a plan in place.

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3401 Ludington Street
Escanaba, MI
49829

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Website

http://www.gboncology.com/

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