Tag: Colorectal Cancer

Genetic counseling harnesses the power of DNA to help patients understand and manage their risk of hereditary cancer

Regional One Health Cancer Care's high-risk cancer clinics offer genetic counseling to help patients understand and manage their risk for hereditary cancer. Learning about your genetic risk for cancer can lead to additional screening, lifestyle changes, preventative treatment options and more. Regional One Health Cancer Care is using the power of DNA to help [...]

2025-04-24T10:31:13-05:00April 24th, 2025|

Ask the Experts: Prevention, detection and expert treatment all play a role in reducing colorectal cancer deaths

Regional One Health physicians can help patients prevent, detect and treat colorectal cancer thanks to exceptional primary care, screening and oncology services. A routine colonoscopy can diagnose, prevent and treat colorectal cancer, and experts recommend that average-risk men and women have their first test at age 45. Talk to your health care provider about [...]

2025-03-11T07:55:55-05:00March 11th, 2025|

“It truly is a world-class medical center:” Vicki Clark had plenty of options for her cancer care, and she’s grateful and proud to have chosen Regional One Health

Vicki Clark considered many options for her treatment when she was diagnosed with colon cancer, and she'll always be grateful that she chose Dr. David Shibata at Regional One Health. Vicki said Dr. Shibata's expertise and compassionate approach put her at ease, and she loves the fact that she can receive her care in [...]

2024-09-17T08:38:16-05:00September 17th, 2024|

“I am truly happy to be here:” Regional One Health Cancer Care helped Zac Casey keep living life in the future tense

When Zac Casey was diagnosed with cancer at age 36, it started a three-year journey that has included radiation, chemotherapy, and multiple surgeries. Zac is grateful that he found a team of leading academic oncologists at Regional One Health Cancer Care who helped him through that journey with expertise and humanity. It has allowed Zac, [...]

2024-06-27T09:36:05-05:00June 27th, 2024|

Ask the Experts: Easy, readily available screening helps men safeguard their health – here’s what you need to know

In order to stay healthy and active, men should stay on top of their health screenings for common conditions like heart disease, prostate problems and colorectal cancer. Screening is readily available and highly effective at catching problems early and even preventing serious illness. All men should talk to their health care provider to learn more [...]

2024-06-12T07:42:33-05:00June 12th, 2024|

Genetic counseling harnesses the power of DNA to help patients understand and manage their risk of hereditary cancer

Regional One Health Cancer Care's high-risk cancer clinics offer genetic counseling to help patients understand and manage their risk for hereditary cancer. Our experts recently hosted a Lunch & Learn to spread the word about how genetic counseling can help patients take charge of their health and their family's health. Learning about your genetic risk [...]

2024-05-02T07:03:03-05:00May 2nd, 2024|

Ask the Experts: Prevention, detection and expert treatment all play a role in reducing colorectal cancer deaths

Regional One Health physicians can help patients prevent, detect and treat colorectal cancer thanks to exceptional primary care, screening and oncology services. A routine colonoscopy can diagnose, prevent and treat colorectal cancer, and experts recommend that average-risk men and women have their first test at age 45. Talk to your health care provider about [...]

2024-03-05T09:00:32-06:00March 5th, 2024|

“He’s courageous:” Robert Mayweather has found new life and new hope thanks to Dr. David Shibata and Regional One Health Cancer Care

Regional One Health Cancer Care makes the most advanced, complex surgical procedures available to patients throughout the Mid-South. For Robert Mayweather, it has provided a chance to regain his quality of life. After receiving care from nationally-renowned surgical oncologist Dr. David Shibata, Robert is getting back to the things that matter most and feels reinvigorated [...]

2024-01-28T16:40:01-06:00January 23rd, 2024|

Ask the Experts: It may be uncomfortable, but don’t shy away from discussing prostate and colorectal cancer symptoms

Prostate cancer and colorectal cancer are two of the most common cancer diagnoses among American men, and they're also the two men are least eager to talk about. It's important to speak up early if you experience symptoms, because screening and treatment are available for both diseases. When caught early, both prostate cancer and colorectal [...]

2023-06-09T08:42:59-05:00June 9th, 2023|

Ask the Experts: Prevention, detection and expert treatment all play a role in reducing colorectal cancer deaths

Regional One Health physicians can help patients prevent, detect and treat colorectal cancer thanks to exceptional primary care, screening and oncology services. A routine colonoscopy can diagnose, prevent and treat colorectal cancer, and experts recommend that average-risk men and women have their first test at age 45. Talk to your health care provider about your [...]

2023-04-18T07:30:24-05:00April 18th, 2023|
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