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Personalized Care:

        Infusion Therapy Center




        by Dr. Jaime Khemraj, MD, MBA

              ollowing its mission to make healthcare accessible to all,   that includes a medical doctor, nurse, pharmacist, reimbursement
              Healthcare Network now offers Outpatient Infusion Care   specialist, and patient services coordinator.
        F in North Naples conveniently located at 1265 Creekside      By offering outpatient infusion care, Healthcare Network
        Pkwy., Suite 208, Naples, FL 34108. Infusion therapy is a   enhances crucial access to specialized treatments, improving the
        treatment that delivers fluids, blood or medicine directly    health and well-being of the community.
        into the bloodstream.                                         Here are some advantages of getting infusion therapy at
           Your healthcare provider may prescribe infusion therapy   Healthcare Network:
        as a way of administering medicine, nutrients or special fluids   Personalized Service: Each patient’s care plan is tailored in
        intravenously (IV). Patients requiring regular or extended   collaboration with their physician.
        treatments often find outpatient care more convenient and cost-  Comfortable Atmosphere: Infusions may take a few hours, and
        effective compared to hospital-based services, which can cost up to   our welcoming environment helps patients feel at ease.
        twice as much.                                                Convenient Scheduling: Patients can book appointments for
           Healthcare Network’s Infusion Care offers a convenient   their therapy around their schedule.
        and affordable alternative for a range of treatments, including   Continuity of Care: Affordable and accessible treatments
        rheumatology, gastroenterology, neurology, antibiotic therapy and   improve patient compliance and support long term management of
        Immune Globulin Therapy (IVIG), among others.              chronic conditions.
           Some of the conditions treated include:                    Healthcare Network provides assistance with insurance
           Infections: Some infections don’t respond to oral antibiotics.   verification and financial support to help patients access the care
           Auto-immune diseases: Such as Crohn’s disease and       they need. We also welcome insured patients, ensuring that infusion
        rheumatoid arthritis                                       therapy is accessible to everyone.
           Osteoporosis: Includes medications such as bisphosphonates   The addition of outpatient infusion therapy to our services
        or biologics that help strengthen bones, reduce the risk of fractures,   enables Healthcare Network to deliver critical access to specialized
        and support bone density for patients with osteoporosis or related   treatments, enhancing the health and well-being of our community.
        conditions.                                                   Healthcare Network continues to expand and evolve to meet the
           Contraceptive Management: Provides injectable contraceptives   needs of our growing community. In 2024, we extended the hours
        like Depo-Provera, offering a convenient and effective birth control   for same-day Convenient Care, introduced Primary Care Addiction
        option for individuals seeking long-term family planning solutions.  Treatment Services, and launched a school-based clinic.
           Vitamin Supplementation: Includes critical infusions such as   Looking ahead, we are actively raising funds to construct a two-
        Vitamin B12 for those with deficiencies, iron supplementation   story medical facility in northeastern Collier County, an area where
        for anemia, and other essential nutrients to address specific health   41,000 residents currently lack access to comprehensive medical
        needs, boost energy levels, and improve overall well-being.  care. To learn more about this initiative and other programs, visit
           The prior authorization process is handled directly by   healthcareswfl.org/donate.
        Healthcare Network, reducing the burden on patients and ensuring   About the Author
        timely access to necessary treatments.                        Dr. Jaime Khemraj is the Chief Medical Officer for
           The infusion center is thoughtfully designed to prioritize   Healthcare Network, where she oversees clinical vision and ensures
        patient comfort, with amenities like cozy recliners, TVs, and   the delivery of quality, affordable healthcare. Learn more about how
        Wi-Fi. Treatments are delivered by a collaborative care team   Healthcare Network is transforming community health at
                                                                   healthcareswfl.org/careers/




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