A blessing to our cancer patients and their loved ones for 30+ years, the Northern Illinois Cancer Treatment Center (NICTC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was started by CGH Medical Center, KSB Hospital, and the community’s strong commitment of over a million dollars to build and equip NICTC in 1988. Today, that commitment is being renewed with our “Renewing Hope for Tomorrow” campaign.
Our mission is simple, yet critical – bring the latest advanced cancer treatment to the Sauk Valley. A cancer diagnosis is difficult, heart-breaking and life changing. But hope is sparked in all our hearts knowing advanced treatment is right here at NICTC. Our campaign will let us offer the latest in advanced radiation technology, delivered in a welcoming, comfortable, and friendly environment.
Since 1989, The Northern IL Cancer Treatment Center has provided radiation cancer treatment for patients located in the Sterling/Rock Falls/Dixon and surrounding areas, and is now led by Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Saleh Hatoum. Over a million dollars was raised to build and equip NICTC in 1988. The biggest benefit of the center has been that patients who are diagnosed with cancer and are prescribed radiation treatment do not have to travel to Rockford, Peoria, Chicago or the Quad Cities for their treatment. This close proximity to area residents has helped reduce patient stress that surfaces as a result of frequent travel. Patients oftentimes have to endure radiation treatment five days in a row. Construction will kick off once a financial goal set by the board is raised.
The NICTC team has worked diligently to harness the latest innovations in the fight against cancer in the Sauk Valley. After 12 years with the current radiotherapy system, there is an urgent need to upgrade the technology to best serve our patients. That is why we are asking for your help by giving generously to our capital campaign to fund the advanced technology. This is groundbreaking technology, radically different from any other on the market.
- It’s fast. Treatment time is a fraction of our current system, averaging 10 minutes per treatment versus the current treatment time of 20 minutes.
- It safely delivers higher doses of radiation to specific areas.
- It gives our radiation oncologist more tools and flexibility to design individual treatment options for each person.
- It will allow for treating more complex cancers locally.
We all recognize assuring the health and well-being of our community members is important. Through a successful fundraising campaign, we can provide local access to advanced cancer treatment technology now and well into the future.
If you would like to donate, please visit www.nicancer.com/renewinghope. All donations are tax deductible.
