Hanover Medical Specialists Hematology / Oncology division, located at 1520 Physicians Drive in Wilmington, NC, and 509 Olde Waterford Way in Leland, NC specializes in tumors, cancers, and blood diseases..
Hematology / Oncology Directory
John W. Anagnost, M.D.
William McNulty, M.D.
Birgit A. Arb, M.D.
Kenneth W. Kotz, M.D.
Douglas J. Testori, D.O.
DeLayne B. Godwin, MSN, RN, FNP
Rebecca S. Edwards, PA‑C
Sarah Hubbard, MS, PA‑C
Hematology / Oncology Photos
The focus of our oncologists is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care. Patients receive individual attention only possible in a private setting.
Hematology / Oncology Related Articles
- Colon Cancer: What You Need To Know! - Birgit A. Arb, M.D.
- Colon Cancer Screening - Frederick H. Opper, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G., A.G.A.F.
- Future Trends In Cancer Treatment – John W. Anagnost, M.D.
- Colon Cancer Screening Can Save Lives – James Mertesdorf, M.D.
- Breast Cancer: The Most Common Questions After Surgery - Kenneth W. Kotz, M.D.
Tests, Procedures, and Patient Services
- Bone Marrow Testing
- Comprehensive Cancer Care
- Chemotherapy
- Certified CLIA
- MEDICARE Laboratory
CPR
Staff certified in CPR is on site at all times.
Appointments / Referrals
(910) 343-0447
Hematology / Oncology accepts doctor-referred patients only.
NOTE: Medical emergencies do occur in Hematology / Oncology. Should your physician reschedule your appointment on short notice due to an emergency, your needs will be accomodated in a timely manner. Your cooperation is appreciated and Hanover Medical Specialists, P.A. assures you that the same emergency attention will be extended to you should the need arise.
Support Groups
National associations and support groups linked on Patient Education page.
This information is as current as we know – please check with Vitaline at (910) 815-5188 before you go the first time. This is also listed in the Neighbors section of Wilmington Star-News on Wednesdays.
Karen Jo Smith Breast Cancer Support Group
for those with breast cancer
When: 7 PM, every 1st Thursday
Where: Medical Mall, New Hanover Regional Medical Center
I Can Cope
8 classes for cancer patients and their families
Contact: New Hanover Regional Medical Center Vitaline
(910) 815-5188 or Toll-Free (888) 815-5188
CanSurvive
for cancer patients and their families
When: 7:30 PM, every 2nd and 4th Thursday
Where: First Baptist Activities Center, Wilmington, NC
Healing Arts Network
New Hanover Regional Medical Center inpatient program providing complimentary therapies – physicians arrange appointments
Coping with Cancer
Oncology in-patients at New Hanover Regional Medical Center
informal discussions on coping with diagnosis and treatment of cancer
When: 11 AM, every Friday
Where: 8 South Family Rm, New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Caregivers Support Group
for anyone caring for ill and/or elderly loved ones
When: 7 PM, every third Thursday
Where: Coastal Rehabilitation Hospital Classroom, New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Lower Cape Fear Hospice
provides care, support groups, patient education, caregiver workshops, grief workshops
(910) 772-9531
Location
Hematology / Oncology: Building O (see location map)
Hematology / Oncology: Building O
Waterford Medical Center (see location map)
Waterford Medical Center
Hematology / Oncology Patient Education
The Internet has a wealth of information and mis-information. HMS offers the following links for general reference. Some links may direct you to other sites specifically not listed on this page and not reviewed by HMS physicians. Always consult your physician before starting with any new treatment.
National Cancer Institute – (at NIH) cancer informationCancernet – (at National Cancer Institute) accurate, credible cancer information
American Cancer Society
American Society of Clinical Oncologists – check out “People with Cancer” and “Cancer in the News” – other cancer information
International Myeloma Foundation-myeloma info, support, patient seminars
National Kidney Foundation – kidney diseases, prostate cancer, diabetes, others
Leukemia Society of America
For general medical information links go to Patient Education.