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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 »

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Our West family is seeking 2 Pharmacists to join our team! 1. Specialty Pharmacy Pharmacist (Full Time) This position provides accurate and prompt drug therapy as well as current drug information and drug utilization reviews.  Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Pharmacy Operations. Benefits: Located at West Cancer Center's Germantown/Wolf... Read more »

Ringing the Bell

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West Cancer Center and Research Institute carries on the tradition of celebrating patients who have completed their cancer treatment by ringing a bell. This milestone is celebrated at all our locations, but there is a special story about the bell and sculpture located at the Germantown clinic. What began as a gift of love and... Read more »

Lung Screening

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Patients and referring providers can schedule an appointment for a low-dose CT scan. Patients must meet the following criteria: Between the ages of 50 – 77 Smoke for at least 20 years at least 1 pack a day If the patient has stopped smoking, must have quit within the last 15 years Must be asymptomatic... Read more »

“Dr. Michael Martin has a Personal Interest in Medical Advances” – Interview with Memphis Magazine

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Dr. Mike Martin dives into the groundbreaking advances in cancer care with Memphis Magazine! From his med school days to now, the field of oncology has seen a revolution. Immunotherapy & targeted therapy are changing the game – offering hope to patients with previously grim prognoses. But as he shares these victories, he also reveals… Read more »

Nutrition

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Your food choices influence how well you tolerate treatment, help you heal and recover more quickly after treatment, and optimize your future health. Each patient at West Cancer Center has the added advantage of nutrition counseling. West has a certified Oncology Nutrition Dietitian that provides individualized assistance on food-related issues during and after cancer treatment.... Read more »

Memphis Medical News Featuring Dr. Michael Ulm

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📣 Dr. Michael Ulm was featured in Memphis Medical News‘ April/May publication 📣 Dr. Ulm discussed updates in the field of gynecologic oncology, including information on new antibody-drug conjugates that target tumors while sparing healthy tissue for patients with #ovariancancer and #cervicalcancer! He also shared his advice for prevention and early detection of cancer, which… 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 »