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COMMUNITY CULTURE OF QUALITY REDEFINING HEALTHCARE STAYING HEALTHY COVID-19 VIEW ALL

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10/30/2025

Young bone cancer survivor regains his strength with help from Carle Health physical therapy

In 2022, at just 17 years old, Landon Potter’s life changed drastically when doctors diagnosed him with osteosarcoma – a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer. After intense surgery and numerous rounds of chemotherapy, Potter is now cancer-free, and he praises the physical therapy he received after those treatments at Carle Health as a major factor in his ability to recovery.

Culture of Quality

09/30/2025

Parkhill family donates $1 Million to transform breast cancer care at Mills Breast Cancer Institute

The significant gift is made in loving memory of Katie Parkhill, who faced her own breast cancer journey.

Culture of Quality

08/25/2025

Low-dose CT scan, advances in treatment give hope to lung cancer patients

Cancer survivor finds hope at Carle Cancer Institute Urbana thanks to detection, treatments for lung cancer.

Culture of Quality

04/11/2025

Distinguished cancer surgeon honors patient’s religious devotion, removes tumor

Patient puts trust in surgeon's expertise who removed a tumor without backup of a blood transfusion.

Culture of Quality

10/16/2024

Patient gives back sounds of celebration through bell donations

Carle Cancer Institute Urbana and Carle Foundation Hospital patients and staff are hearing more bells these days thanks to a gift of two new bells through Carle Health Center for Philanthropy. The bells located in new locations give patients more access at different levels of care.

Culture of Quality

06/27/2024

Patient credits experts in sports-medicine, cancer for quick diagnosis and treatment

Local man stresses there is no need to travel a distance for cancer treatment when you can find what you need close to home at Carle Cancer Institute in Urbana.

Culture of Quality

05/06/2024

Thyroid cancer patients find added expertise from newly formed tumor board

Carle is one of the few healthcare systems in the state with a thyroid cancer tumor board. Clinicians who come to the table monthly to share their expertise affecting various aspects of each patient’s health will elevate the level of care.

Culture of Quality

12/13/2022

Covered in love and gratitude

A family finds strength in making blankets for chemotherapy patients after the passing of their father 20 years ago.

Culture of Quality

06/15/2022

New rooftop garden opens this week at Carle Foundation Hospital

Carle Health Center for Philanthropy through generous donations from Carle Health team members and proceeds from the Carle Golf Open, and individual donations, worked with facilities to create a rooftop sanctuary for patients, visitors and staff.

Culture of Quality

02/22/2022

Carle taps into artificial intelligence to advance clinical trials

Deep 6 AI offers benefits not only to patients directly, but also helps researchers support more trials and expand participation.

Culture of Quality

02/11/2022

Awareness is key to addressing concerns about diseases like cancer

If you’re not using your well-practiced problem-solving abilities when it comes to your health you could be missing an opportunity.

Culture of Quality

06/25/2021

World Class Expert Now Delivering Treatment Through Carle Cancer Institute Urbana

Olney native brings connection with University of Chicago Medical Center for treatment of blood cancer patients not responding to first-line treatments .

Culture of Quality

03/24/2021

Bioengineer and Medical Doctor Team Up on Research to Better Manage Cancer

Oncology and bioengineering join forces on research to help colon cancer patients make decisions on treatment and survival.

Culture of Quality

03/18/2021

Gynecologic oncologist provides convenience of specialized care in east central Illinois

Carle Cancer Institute Normal and Carle Cancer Institute Urbana are fortunate to have a physician who specializes in gynecologic oncology. Her presence provides convenience and expertise to women who otherwise may have to travel long distances for treatment.

Culture of Quality

01/29/2021

Patient with cancer receives advanced therapy, says pay attention to what your body is telling you

Nearly a year ago, a patient learned she had a cervical tumor and received advanced therapy to clear the cancer. Today, she is a believer in yearly checkups and getting the HPV vaccine.

Culture of Quality

10/16/2020

New High-Risk Breast Clinic identifies preventative actions to save lives

Ask your primary care, obstetrician or gynecologist if your family history of breast cancer qualifies you for high-risk assessment and services.

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