Infusion Center

Thompson Hospital’s Infusion Center offers convenience for patients who require frequent infusions of medications, including those with central lines. We have recently expanded our roster of services and hours of operation to meet the needs of patients.

The Center serves a diverse patient population, including:

• Patients with blood disorders
• Patients who need intravenous antibiotics or other medications intravenously
• Cancer patients

Treatments
The Infusion Center specializes in a wide array of intravenous (IV) treatments, including:

• IM/SQ injections
• Blood Transfusions
  
  • Packed red cells
  • Platelets
  • Gamma-globulin
  • Albumin
• Infusion Therapy
  
  • Remicade
  • Orencia
  • Rituxan
  • Antibiotics
  • Hydration
  • Electrolyte replacement
  • Antiemetics
  • Iron
  • Solumedrol
  • Prolastin
  • Xolair
  • Reclast
  • Boniva
  • Actemra

Procedures
In addition, procedures at the Center include:

• Insertion of PICC line catheter
• PICC and midline maintenance
• Mediport maintenance
• Hickman catheter maintenance
• Troubleshooting outpatient central lines; including declotting
• Therapeutic phlebotomy
• Blood draws from central lines for lab studies

Our Staff
To create an optimal experience, our team is staffed by highly trained registered nurses who are experienced in all forms of intravenous therapy. While our RNs supervise patient infusions, they provide patients with helpful information about their medical condition, the treatment offered, and any side effects they may experience from their medication.

For Appointments
Patient appointments are easily arranged through Thompson’s Community Wide Scheduling service at (585) 396-6910. Operators are experienced at working to quickly set up appointments and confirm each patient’s insurance eligibility for the procedure.
 
Hours of Operation
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.