When Trevor Bayliss, MD, was an undergraduate at Williams College and a member of the school's hockey team, he was diagnosed with cancer, a frightening diagnosis for anyone. Despite treatments, his symptoms only got worse, until he was readying himself to accept the inevitable terminal stage. But remarkably a physician steered him to a very common cancer medication that put his illness in remission. His journey made him realize that his career path was going to be in oncology, where he could help people facing similar circumstances and hopefully lead them to their own survivorship.
Dr. Bayliss is now the Medical Director of the Phelps Cancer Center at the Hillcrest Campus of BMC.
"Cancer can be one of the most physically and emotionally challenging realities anyone can face, and patients who have been diagnosed with cancer and their loved ones want and deserve the best care possible," said Dr. Bayliss. "The Phelps Cancer Center is the region's most advanced and comprehensive cancer program in a location that promotes healing and well-being right here in the Berkshires. Our patients will never face their cancer diagnosis alone. Every patient is supported by an entire team of highly skilled, compassionate providers who are trained specifically in cancer care, from physicians and nurses to social workers and therapists. Additionally, all patients are assigned an oncology nurse navigator who will guide them through every step of their cancer journey. Our goal is to eliminate confusion and reduce as much of the anxiety that comes with a cancer diagnosis as possible, so that our patients can focus on getting better."
"At the Phelps Cancer Center, we focus on the 'whole person,' meaning we rely on the latest scientific and technological innovations in cancer diagnosis and care as well as a full range of wellness therapies to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients," said Dr. Bayliss. "Because different types of cancer behave and respond in different ways to a variety of treatments, we design treatment plans specifically customized to each unique patient."
A Berkshire native, born and raised in Williamstown, Dr. Bayliss returned to the area after fellowship training in Hematology Oncology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in New Hampshire, where he also completed his residency training in Internal Medicine. He is board certified in Medical Oncology Hematology and Internal Medicine and has a medical degree from Albany Medical College.
iBerkshires.com welcomes critical, respectful dialogue. Name-calling, personal attacks, libel, slander or foul language is not allowed. All comments are reviewed before posting and will be deleted or edited as necessary.
No Comments
Berkshire Savings Bank Redevelopment Receives $4M From State
On Thursday, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced $18.6 million in Housing Development Incentive Program tax credit awards to six housing developments — one in downtown Pittsfield.
Allegrone Companies received $4 million for the adaptive reuse of 24-34 North St. into 23 mixed-income apartments, "Park Square Residences," with street-level retail and a commercial kitchen. The historic former office building with a view of Park Square has been vacant for about two years.
Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll made Thursday's announcement at the Durfee Block Apartments in Fall River, which received $1.5 million in tax credits. The $18.6 million in HDIP tax credit awards will help create 662 new homes in six Gateway Cities: Fall River, Lawrence, Lowell, Pittsfield, Taunton, and Worcester.
Pittsfield received the largest award.
"Gateway Cities are critical to Massachusetts' housing future, and they know better than anyone what their communities need to grow," Driscoll said.
"These investments build on strong local partnerships to create more homes, lower costs, revitalize downtowns and ensure these communities continue to thrive for generations to come."
In February, Gov. Maura Healey stood inside 24-34 North St. with Anthony and Louis Allegrone, overlooking Park Square, as the developers described their vision for residential units. Healey, that day, had announced state housing initiatives expected to bring more than 1,300 units online, including a Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative.
Allegrone's project is supported by the commercial tax credit and was awarded $1.8 million from the MassWorks Infrastructure Program.
The city is planning to enhance access to Pontoosuc Lake's south shoreline with a staircase from the boardwalk and a couple of stair sets to the water.
click for more
The Pittsfield Public Schools have released start and end times for the 2026-2027 academic year with the middle school restructuring in place.
click for more
The effort is supported by $5.2 million from the state, and another $2 million was earmarked through an economic development bond bill. Pittsfield has also committed $1 million in GE Economic Development Funds.
click for more