1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, but regular screening dramatically increases the odds of recovery. Breast cancer is a very complex disease, and each case is unique. At West Cancer Center & Research Institute our team of specialist understands that no two breast cancer cases are alike.... Read more »
At West Cancer Center & Research Institute, our comprehensive team of specialists are here to provide you with the latest treatments and personalized care plans. We see on average 1,069 new gastrointestinal cancer patients annually for the most common types including colorectal, esophageal, liver, stomach, and pancreatic cancers. Colorectal cancer is ranked third as the... Read more »
Endocrine cancer is a tumor that affects parts of the body that secrete hormones, which are chemicals that regulate the activity of other organs or cells in the body. These chemicals impact important bodily functions including metabolism, mood, sexual function, growth, development, and reproduction. Many kinds of endocrine cancers are rare, but thyroid cancer is... Read more »
Genitourinary cancers account for 11% of all cancers and 23% of all cancer deaths in the US each year. Trusting your care to a team of specialists is key to thriving and surviving. At West Cancer Center & Research Institute our comprehensive, personalized approach to cancer care is unique in the Mid-South. In 2022, West... Read more »
Meet Judy: Esophageal Cancer Survivor Judy came to our West family after she and her husband moved from Florida to Memphis post-retirement. While in Florida, Judy was at high risk for developing esophageal cancer and received frequent screenings to ensure early detection. She was ultimately diagnosed with Stage IV esophageal cancer and would have… Read more »
CALLING ALL REGIONAL PROVIDERS From now through November, our West family is partnering with Total Health Conferencing to host “Cancer Updates: A Dinner Series for Community Care Teams.” These dinners will consist of educational discussions designed for oncologists, pharmacists, advanced practitioners, and nurses involved in the treatment of various cancers. Each tumor-focused program is comprised… Read more »
