What to Bring to Your Appointment
Becoming a Patient

Prior to making an initial appointment, a nurse from the Loyola CAN-HELP Cancer Information Service (specialized in helping people with your particular illness) will ask you a series of questions over the telephone. These questions are designed to assess your condition and help determine the appropriate approach during your initial visit. 

When patients and families come to the Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center for the first time, we ask that you bring the following items:

• Written medical records, including lab and treatment information to date
• Pathology slides and reports
• Chest X-rays and reports
• CAT scans, MRI scans and reports
• Operative reports, if appropriate

It's always a good idea to discuss what to bring with the person who makes the appointment for you. You will be asked to verify insurance coverage and instructed to secure a referral from your primary care physician, if appropriate.

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