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A D E C A D E O F T R A N S F O R M AT I O N
Elevating Care Through
Patient-Centered Design
For more than 25 years, thousands of patients have counted on Southwestern Vermont
Regional Cancer Center (SVRCC) for exceptional care and compassion at a difficult time.
But we are rapidly approaching maximum capacity for treatment and infusion services.
In 2024, we will begin significant renovations to allow for expanded medical
oncology services. When completed, the renamed Hoyt-Hunter Cancer Center will include:
• Double the number of exam and infusion rooms to help meet growing demand
• Individual treatment spaces to enhance patient privacy during crucial
patient-family-provider discussions
• New check-in and check-out areas designed to provide efficiency, privacy, and improved
patient experience
• New patient spaces designed with natural light and scenic views in mind to capitalize on
nature’s proven ability to reduce pain and nausea
“ This renovation
is so very
welcome as
it will greatly
improve the care
experience on
many levels.”
– MATTHEW VERNON
RADIATION ONCOLOGIST
• A dedicated parking area and entrance
According to Dr. Matthew Vernon, Radiation Oncologist at the Center, “This renovation is so
very welcome, as it will greatly improve the care experience on many levels. First and foremost,
with more treatment spaces, we will be able to decrease the time it takes for patients to begin
treatment as well as care for more patients overall. Additionally, the new exam rooms will
decrease wait times and streamline the experience for patients being seen in clinic, both at
the time of diagnosis and in ongoing follow-up. Staff, too, will benefit from a more spacious and
inviting environment in which to work.”
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Opposite: Rendering of Hoyt-Hunter Cancer Center
entrance with with renderings showing work
stations’ proximity to treatment spaces [insets] .