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Our West Family is excited to launch a lung screening program at several of our campuses across the MidSouth! Patients and referring providers can schedule an appointment to receive a low-dose CT scan to detect lung cancer early. We accept all major insurance carriers and patients must meet the following criteria: – Between the ages of… Read more »
West Cancer Center & Research Institute is one of 35 ELITE GammaTile Therapy brain tumor centers in the country. GammaTile Therapy is a novel Surgically Targeted Radiation Therapy (STaRT) for operable brain tumors. Implanted in the last five minutes of brain tumor removal surgery, each bioresorbable, 3D-collagen GammaTile is embedded with radiation sources. GammaTile Therapy... Read more »
Partnerships allow us to continue raising the bar for oncology treatment here in the Mid-South through the following initiatives: At West Cancer Center & Research Institute, we believe that diversity, equality, and inclusion are critical to reducing cancer disparities. This belief is further reinforced with our decision to participate in the Centers for Medicare &... 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 »
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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 »