Infused nutrition
Many people with a wide range of conditions benefit from nutrition therapies, which are provided by Advocate Health at Home’s certified infusion specialists in the comfort and convenience of your own home. We work closely with each patient, your family, and your doctor to ensure we are meeting your clinical needs and helping you achieve your health goals.
Our patients
Advocate Health at Home infusion specialists help patients of all ages – from infancy to end-of-life care. Some patients who benefit from infused nutrition therapy include those with the following conditions:
- gastrointestinal disorders
- cancer, including those undergoing chemotherapy
- dysphagia following a stroke or other cerebrovascular accident
- hyperemesis during pregnancy
- post-surgical bowel rest
- pancreatitis
- high-output fistulas in patients with Crohn’s disease or other GI conditions
- abdominal trauma
- radiation enteritis
Our home infusion team
Advocate Health at Home infusion specialists are highly trained and offer the same level of care you’ve come to expect from Advocate Health Care. Our team members include:
- Clinical pharmacists who are trained to manage all infusion therapies and monitor your care plan
- Specialized nurses who are trained in infusion therapy
- Dietitians who assist with complex nutritional requirements
- IV technicians who assist with IV therapies and are licensed by the state as well as certified in compounding sterile processing techniques
Continuity of care
At Advocate Health at Home, we understand that having a trusted health care professional is important. That’s why you will be cared for by one nurse who specializes in both your home health and infusion needs.
Our services
Advocate Health at Home infusion specialists provide a wide range of services for patients, including:
- Coordinate the transition of infusion therapy from hospital to home with a 4-hour turnaround from receiving a physician’s order
- Closely follow protocols to initiate nutrition therapies at home for select patients
- Continually assess the effectiveness of treatments and monitor patients for signs of adverse reactions
- Communicate regularly with physicians regarding your health status and recommend treatment changes if needed