Food Service/Meals
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Our talented chefs at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) create healthy cuisine that appeals to the most discriminative taste buds—our patients. We use the finest organic fruits and vegetables, as well as all-natural chicken, beef and turkey, to develop delicious dishes especially for your nutritional needs.
Watch a "Cooking Healthy Demonstration" with Kenny Wagoner, demonstrating how easy it is to make a healthy and yummy fruit parfait.
Nutrition is Key
A December 2005 report published by the National Cancer Institute stated that as much as 40 percent of cancer deaths are caused by malnutrition.
Timothy Birdsall, ND, Vice President of Integrative Medicine at CTCA, says, "A solid nutrition program can help keep a cancer patient's immune system strong, even in the face of a disease like cancer and treatments such as chemotherapy. One of the greatest weapons in fighting any disease is the body's immune system."
At CTCA at Southwestern Regional Medical Center, licensed and registered nutritionists work closely with executive chef Kenny Wagoner to ensure that the food you eat complements your cancer treatment.
Superb Quality at a Great Value
Whether it's comfort food you crave, such as pot roast, macaroni and cheese or homemade pizza, or more adventurous dining, like ancho-honey glazed salmon with corn and black bean relish, you'll never be hungry here.
Don't miss the pecan crusted turkey with a side of the molasses whipped sweet potatoes. Steak lovers, come hungry. We've got dynamite grilled rib eye. If you're looking for zest, try the natural turkey enchiladas. Every day, we also feature a different soup and frozen yogurt. These are just a sampling of the wholesome offerings on our menu ( PDF 156k ).
We offer discounted rates on breakfast, lunch and dinner for each patient and one of their caregivers. Average cost for breakfast is $2. Lunch and dinner typically cost between $3 and $5.
Great Atmosphere
Our charming and sharply dressed staff members greet patients by their first names, with warm hugs and encouraging high fives. Our piano player often entertains diners with enchanting music too.
In the dining room, you'll also find our healthy recipes available for you to take home. We wouldn't want you to miss out on the food we're sure you'll come to love.
Will that be all?
If you have a special request or are on a specific diet, we will make every effort to accommodate you. Just let us know.
As Roger Kidney, Director of Food Services, notes, "We will prepare anything that a patient requests, even if it is not on the menu. Sometimes, if a patient is on chemo or some other treatment, their appetite is affected so that only certain things taste good. We will talk with these patients on a one-on-one basis to make sure they are satisfied with their meals."
Hours
The cafeteria is open 7 days a week.
Breakfast 7 - 9:30 a.m.
Lunch 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Dinner 5 - 7 p.m.
Note: Our grill area has many items available and is open from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
To learn more about nutrition therapy and the role it can plan in your overall cancer treatment plan, please visit our nutrition therapy page.