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“One of the things we’ve worked really hard to implement in the last 5-10 years is minimally invasive surgeries. It’s something we really believe in! About 95% of our patients with #endometrialcancer are treated robotically, meaning they go home the same day. Overall they do much better, experience much less pain, and they can get… Read more »
The Cancer Medicine Journal recently shared an article on a controlled trial that was conducted by our research team to evaluate the efficacy of an app (LivingWith®) that provides self-management support during cancer treatment on quality of life and health care utilization. Click here to read the full article.
Dr. Jason Porter, will act as program chair for the upcoming OncLive State of the Science Summit! Save the date for Saturday, November 19 from noon to 4pm at the Guest House at Graceland to learn about updates in novel treatment approaches and state-of-the-art treatment strategies. OncLive® State of the Science Summit™ (SOSS) are in-person meetings… Read more »
We have advanced by leaps and bounds in our collective fight against cancer over the last several years. Because of #ClinicalResearch, patients around the world can benefit from new treatments offering improved efficiency, less negative sides effects, and increased survivorship rates. We are so excited to share that an amazing new trial for malignant skin… Read more »
Study Will Assess Impact on Positive Margin Rates West Cancer Center is seeking patients with breast cancer who are undergoing breast-conserving surgery, or a “lumpectomy,” for potential participation in a clinical trial. Dr. Richard Fine, Dr. Michael Berry, and Dr. Richard Gilmore are the breast surgeons participating in this trial. Breast Surgeon, Dr. Richard Fine,… Read more »
West Cancer Center & Research Institute is known through-out the MidSouth for cutting edge treatments and their multidisciplinary approach to cancer care. To further expand the care team, West is bringing in-house Dr. Nicholas Leonardi, a cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgeon that has been collaborating with their ENT and Breast Surgeons for years. His reputation… Read more »
In honor of Sarcoma Awareness Month, Dr. David Portnoy joined The Shortcut host, Sydney Neely, to talk about signs, symptoms, and treatment options for this type of cancer. Click here to view the full video interview!
Recently, a rectal cancer clinical trial has taken the media by storm with its 100% response rate (no evidence of tumor after 6 months of treatment). At West Cancer Center, this clinical practice is part of our standard of care. A 100% complete response in any clinical study for cancer is a ray of… Read more »
We are so excited to announce our upcoming West Oncology Conference for Advanced Practice Providers & Nurses! Hosted by our very own Heather Greene, MSN, FNP, AOCNP and Carrie McKiernon, ANP-FNP, this event will serve as a valuable virtual program for those treating patients with cancer. Participants will learn about the latest developments in multidisciplinary… Read more »
West Cancer Center & Research Institute in Collaboration with Semmes Murphey and St. Francis Hospital is 1st in the Mid-South to Offer a New Targeted Therapy for Brain Tumors GammaTile Therapy Is Shown to Slow Brain Tumor Progression, Designed to Improve Patient and Caregiver Quality of Life Andrew Boucher, MD and Madison Michael II,… Read more »