ANASTASIADIS

SALEM — Deb Anastasiadis, RN, MSN, CNS, OCN has assumed the leadership role of unit director at the University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center at Salem Regional Medical Center (UHSCC at SRMC). With over 30 years of oncology experience, Anastasiadis will oversee clinical oncology services including medical oncology and chemotherapy and comes to UHSCC at SRMC with a strong background as a clinical nurse specialist, nurse educator, oncology manager and director.

“Her appointment brings a wealth of oncology experience and a commitment to excellence that will benefit our cancer patients,” said Anita Hackstedde, M.D., SRMC President/CEO. “During her career, Deb has been known for distinguishing herself with a direct, caring approach that builds her team and supports the cancer patient’s experience.”

Training and Experience

Anastasiadis received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Akron and then began her career as an oncology nurse at Akron General Hospital. From there, she obtained her Master of Science degree in Nursing and worked as a clinical nurse specialist on the inpatient and outpatient units at Forum Health. She assumed an oncology nurse manager’s position at University Hospital’s Seidman Cancer Center and then was promoted into a director’s role, before joining the University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center at Salem Regional Medical Center.

“I enjoy working with our cancer patients and their families and am so appreciative of our staff’s dedication to them,” Anastasiadis said. “During the course of treatment, oncology nurses have such unique opportunities to make special connections with their patients and families.

“My goal in this new role is to deliver high quality and safe patient care, along with needed resources to help our patients throughout their cancer journey. The University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center at Salem Regional Medical Center is well-known for its comprehensive approach to cancer treatment, featuring medical oncology, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and clinical trials.”

The UHSCC at SRMC offers renewed hope in the fight against cancer and is nationally accredited by the Commission on Cancer and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers. These accreditations are given only to facilities that demonstrate continued excellence in the diagnosis, treatment and support of patients with cancer and their families. Call 330-332-7672 for information.