Location
The Oncology Services Patient Library, is located on the Oncology Unit - 1700 Forest Park Building, in room 1742.

Purpose
The Patient Library is available for patients and their families throughout OSF Saint Francis Medical Center to learn more about cancer diagnoses, treatment options, drug information, and clinical trials.

Materials may be taken from the library on the honors system, and should be returned prior to discharge.

Library Resources   

• Books and videos on all aspects of cancer, including diagnosis, therapy, and coping.

• Videos, CDs, and audiocassettes.

• A computer with Internet access for patients and families seeking reliable cancer and other health information.
   

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS SERVICE IS NOT INTENDED NOR IMPLIED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR PHYSICIAN OR OTHER QUALIFIED HEALTH PROVIDER PRIOR TO STARTING ANY NEW TREATMENT OR WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE REGARDING A MEDICAL CONDITION. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE SERVICE IS INTENDED TO BE FOR MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS OR TREATMENT.