MedPage Today: “FDA Panel Backs Cryoablation in Early Breast Cancer as Alternative to Surgery”

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Dr. Richard Fine, one of our exceptional breast surgeons, is actively involved in groundbreaking research shaping the future of breast cancer care. An FDA panel has endorsed the use of the ProSense cryoablation system as a less-invasive alternative to surgery for some early-stage, low-risk breast cancer patients. This technology uses extreme cold to destroy tumors,… Read more »

Identifying Barriers to Health Care for Black Women

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Dr. Gregory Vidal is co-leading a groundbreaking study aimed at identifying barriers to health care for Black women in the Mid-South. This initiative, supported by a $1.58 million grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc., is a collaborative effort with Dr. Janeane Anderson from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Nursing. This research seeks… Read more »

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Appointments Providers Patient Portal Mobile Clinic West Cancer Center & Research Institute is excited to announce the expansion of its wellness division through the acquisition of Lifesigns, beginning January 1, 2024. Dr. Bill West’s vision of outstanding patient care in this community is reflected in both centers. As the founder of West in 1979 and... Read more »

Cryoablation for Early-Stage Breast Cancer: A Safe Option in Older Women

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Exciting News Cryoablation, a groundbreaking treatment for early-stage breast cancer, is proving to be a game-changer for older women! Our very own Dr. Richard Fine presented remarkable findings at The American Society of Breast Surgeons annual meeting.  KEY HIGHLIGHTS: Study Results: After a 5-year follow-up, the study showed a low ipsilateral breast tumor recurrence rate… Read more »

Cancers We Treat

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West Cancer Center & Research Institute provides a unique patient care model to manage cancer diagnoses. Not only do you as a patient  benefit from a collaboration of specialists across different specialties, but you have access to all of these services in one place. From prevention and treatment to clinical trials and survivorship programs, West... Read more »

Treatment Option Videos

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Our West Cancer Center & Research Institute network is based on a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Patients can rest assured that from diagnosis to treatment and survivorship, we are here. Providers range from Medical Oncologists, Radiation Oncologists and Surgical Oncologists to In-House Pathologists, Specialized Radiologist, and several Patient Support Programs. The videos below share... Read more »

Disease-Specific Videos

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Below are videos by West Cancer Center providers that are disease specific. Our providers work alongside community partners to create and share information in a format easily understood and accessible. Please know that videos are constantly added to our website and YouTube page as they are created for your education. Click here to navigate back... Read more »

2024 Think Pink Luncheon

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Our West family is so proud to support the annual Think Pink Memphis luncheon! <br> This weekend, Dr. Jason Porter and Dr. Carmel Verrier participated in the expert panel discussion, sharing information about: Screening guidelines Current treatment and surgical options Importance of physical therapy for pre- and post-surgery Resources available across the Mid-South <br> This… Read more »

Breast Cancer Disparity Abstract Accepted into SABCS

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An abstract created in partnership with Dr. Gregory Vidal and Dr. Andrea Curry of our West family about Addressing Breast Cancer Disparities has been officially accepted by San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Alongside Rabble Health and the Urban Health Education & Support Services, this team will present methods used to measurably address social determinants of… Read more »