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Cancer Care

Our MRH Cancer Care Center is led by accomplished Oncologist, Hematologist, and groundbreaking cancer researcher, Jens Rueter, MD, who sees patients exclusively at Millinocket Regional Hospital.  Dr. Rueter has vast knowledge and experience ranging from cancer identification, treatment, and care to the identification and treatment of blood diseases.

When not treating patients, Dr. Rueter serves as the Chief Medical Officer at The Jackson Laboratory and Medical Director of the Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative, which brings innovative cancer genomic testing and personalized, precision treatment to patients in rural areas throughout Maine.  His work at JAX allows him to bring cutting-edge research findings and treatments to the patients of MRH.

Certified Oncology Nurse, Kim Faloon, RN, OCN, is in the clinic daily and works closely with Dr. Rueter to coordinate patient care and an extensive range of cancer treatments.

Services:

  • Chemotherapy administered by a Certified Oncology Registered Nurse
  • Biophosphonates
  • Injections
  • Hydration
  • Blood transfusions
  • Anemia management
  • Intravenous immunoglobulin administration (Ivig)
  • Central line maintenance
  • Intramuscular injections for prostate & breast cancers

Schedule An Appointment:

To learn more about our Cancer Care/Oncology clinic, or to schedule an appointment, please contact our office at (207) 723-3375.  Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you!

Hours of Operation:

Our daily hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, however our clinic hours can be flexible to meet the needs of our patients.

Location:

Millinocket Regional Hospital
200 Somerset Street
Millinocket, ME 04462

Contact Information:

Kim Faloon, RN, OCN
Phone: (207) 723-3376
Email: kfaloon@mrhme.org