Infusion Center FAQs

We offer both infusion and injection services, with infusions being the most common treatment.

Infusions are administered intravenously, typically through an IV placed in the bend of the arm or hand.
Injections can be given either under the skin (subcutaneous) or into the muscle (intramuscular).

Infusions are a more efficient and effective way to deliver treatment since the medication goes directly into the bloodstream.

Our infusion treatments include antibiotics, IVIG, biologics, and specialty medications for specific conditions.

We treat a variety of conditions, including bacterial or fungal infections, migraines, osteoporosis, and autoimmune diseases. Some autoimmune disorders we treat include inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Other conditions include anemia, dehydration, immune deficiencies, iron deficiencies, neuromuscular disorders, therapeutic phlebotomy, Leqvio injections (cholesterol lowering injection), Xolair, and may more.

Chemotherapy is also provided to cancer patients, under the care of our oncologist Dr. Priyank Patel. We have five chemotherapy-certified RNs who are certified to administer these treatments.

Some medications are available in both infusion/injection and oral forms, while others are only produced as infusions or injections. Both infusions and injections tend to be more potent than oral medications. Additionally, certain conditions can only be treated with infusion therapy, as the medication is specifically formulated for this method of delivery.

Infusion durations can range from 30 minutes to six hours, with appointments typically lasting one to seven hours. The length of the infusion depends on the type of medication and how long the provider has prescribed for it to be administered. On average, most infusions take one to two hours.
The additional time before the infusion is used for starting the IV and preparing the medication. The time after the infusion is for patient observation. Observation typically lasts 15-30 minutes, but for certain medications, it may extend up to one hour to monitor any reactions.
Reactions are most likely to occur shortly after the infusion begins, but they can also develop later.

Before receiving their first infusion or injection, patients will be educated by at least one, but not limited to, the certified administering RN, the oncology/rheumatology RN, the oncologist, the rheumatologist, and/or the ordering provider. Since each medication is different and individuals metabolize medications in unique ways, it’s important to understand the “most common” side effects associated with each treatment.
Our staff is highly skilled in providing excellent care and in identifying any abnormal reactions. While we strive to educate patients and minimize side effects, they can still occur. In such cases, emergency medications are readily available to be administered if necessary.
Our facility is equipped with warm blankets, TVs, recliners, refreshments, a menu to order food for extended treatment, and ensured privacy during treatment. The recliners feature heat and massage. We also offer two meditation tablets for patient use during treatments.