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We are thrilled to share exciting news from ourMargaret West Comprehensive Breast Center and its Director, Dr. Richard Fine. The FDA has granted marketing authorization for ProSense® cryoablation, a minimally invasive, outpatient treatment option for select patients with early-stage, low-risk breast cancer. This groundbreaking decision was supported by data from the pivotal ICE3 clinical trial, for which Dr. Fine served… Read more »
✨ Meet Violeta ✨ Her journey began with a frightening diagnosis—ovarian cancer—and a grapefruit-sized tumor wrapped around her organs. She underwent major surgery, followed by months of chemotherapy that tested both her body and spirit. Through it all, Violeta leaned on her unwavering faith and the steady support of her family. Loved ones surrounded her… Read more »
Healthcare Providers — You’re Invited! Join Total Health for the 2025 Cancer Updates: GU & Lung Conference on Tuesday, September 30 at the Hilton Memphis. This free, in-person dinner program offers 1.75 CE/CME credits and the latest updates in GU and Lung cancers, featuring presentations from Dr. Somer and other respected experts. Details: Hilton Memphis… Read more »
The Good Yarning Knitting Group is starting something new and close to their hearts! Inspired by the Reader’s Digest story “A Tight-Knit Community”, they’ll be helping finish knitting projects that others can’t complete. If you have an unfinished piece or know someone who does bring it in to the group! They’d love to give it… Read more »
Holograms in Healthcare? Yes, really. At West, we’re using hologram technology to bring our oncologists virtually in the room with patients in rural areas like Paris and Corinth, TN — no long drives required. CMO, Dr. Sylvia Richey and CEO, Mitch Graves talk with Healthcare Executive about how this initiative came to be…. Read more »
Join us for an exclusive regional event bringing the highlights of #ASCO2025 directly to our area. Our faculty will be joined by nationally recognized oncology experts to present the most impactful and practice-changing updates in cancer care. Featured speakers include: Dr. Axel Grothey on advancements in Colorectal Cancer Dr. Ramakrishna Battini on treatment updates in… Read more »
Congratulations Dr. Harris! Dr. Jeff Harris was recently featured in Memphis Magazine‘s 2025 Top Doctors edition, recognized by Castle Connolly‘s research group for his exceptional expertise, compassionate care, and commitment to advancing cancer treatment. Dr. Harris’ journey into medicine began in high school, leading him through: an M.D. at the Medical College of Georgia, a… Read more »
Our West network has been featured in a recent article by MLK50 for advancing equity in cancer care. Diversity across our clinical trials is significantly higher than national averages and reflects our commitment to making oncology research more inclusive and representative for all patients. The article also highlights the impactful work of 3 of our… Read more »
We’re proud to share that West Cancer Center was featured in the announcement of Proto Inc. Founder David Nussbaum being named to the 2025 TIME100 Health list for his innovation in hologram healthcare technology. Why is this so exciting? Because West Cancer Center was the first in the nation to launch real doctor-patient hologram appointments… Read more »
The APP Oncology Summit is coming to Nashville, TN on Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6, 2025 — and our West network will be well represented! Christy Izzett, our Director of Advanced Practice Providers, is serving on the Planning Committee, and Dr. Axel Grothey, Medical Oncologist, will be on Faculty presenting on Molecular Profiling… Read more »