Infusion Therapy
Infusion therapy is the intravenous (IV) administration of medicines and nutrition. Patients include those who; need pain management, are in for dehydration, have nutrition deficiencies, infections, diabetes, cancer or renal failure.
Infusion therapy decreases time spent in clinics, hospitals and nursing homes. It allows patients to return to work or school with a decreased risk of infections. Out-patient status decreases medical costs and allows the patient more time with friends and family in their own environment.
What treatments are included?
- Chemotherapy
- Antibiotics
- Fluids for dehydration
- Migraine protocol/pain management
- Arthritis treatment
Scheduling Infusion Therapy
Queen of Peace Hospital offers infusion therapy appointments Monday - Friday. Appointments for certain treatments are also offered Saturday as well.