Tag: surgical oncology

Finding expert cancer care close to home was a game-changer for Herrick Norcross: “I could tell they genuinely cared how I was doing”

During National Cancer Survivors Month, Regional One Health Cancer Care is proud to improve access to world-class oncology services right here in Memphis. That makes a lifesaving difference for patients like Herrick Norcross, who was grateful to find expert treatment close to home after he was unexpectedly diagnosed with liver cancer. After seeing Regional One [...]

2023-06-06T12:43:00-06:00June 13th, 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 [...]

2023-04-18T07:30:24-06:00April 18th, 2023|

Ask the Experts: What can I do to try to prevent colon cancer?

During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, physicians like Regional One Health surgical oncologist and colorectal surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Wood are educating the public about prevention and early detection. They encourage all patients to talk to their health care provider about their screening needs, and say average-risk patients should get their first colonoscopy at age 45. With [...]

2023-03-15T07:44:26-06:00March 15th, 2023|

Ask the Experts: Watch for these risk factors and symptoms to help catch pancreatic cancer early

While there are no routine screening exams for pancreatic cancer, there are risk factors and symptoms patients can monitor in order to be proactive about their health. Dr. Evan Glazer, a surgical oncologist who is a nationally-known expert in treating pancreatic cancer, says it is important to pay attention to your body and seek care [...]

2022-10-18T11:11:42-06:00November 16th, 2022|

“He never gave up on me:” Stephen Childers is enjoying family, faith and fitness thanks to expert care from surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer

When Stephen Childers faced his third serious cancer diagnosis, he needed highly complex surgery in order to survive. Stephen was referred to Regional One Health Cancer Care surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer, a liver and pancreatic cancer expert who offers a level of specialized care that is unique in the Mid-South. Thanks to the [...]

2022-10-19T09:30:15-06:00November 1st, 2022|

Regional One Health’s new surgical oncology service in East Memphis makes it easier to access breast cancer care

Regional One Health's East Campus is now offering surgical oncology consultations and same-day procedures for breast cancer, skin cancer and melanoma patients. Dr. Martin Fleming and Dr. Ashley Hendrix created the new clinic to improve access to advanced care. They take a personalized approach to treatment and encourage patients to play an active role in [...]

2022-09-14T11:53:14-06:00October 14th, 2022|

Regional One Health offers comprehensive breast cancer care, from early detection to state-of-the-art treatment

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Regional One Health experts say it's a great time for women to be proactive about getting a screening mammogram. When cancer is identified early, it is much more treatable and survival rates are higher. Regional One Health offers the best screening technology and expertise, as well as [...]

2022-10-03T12:37:45-06:00October 3rd, 2022|

Ask the Experts: With screening and protection, it’s never too late to lower your risk of skin cancer

Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing are great ways to guard against skin cancer - and that's true even if you have past sun exposure dating back decades. Dr. Martin Fleming, a surgical oncologist who specializes in treating melanoma at Regional One Health, said protecting your skin and checking for moles are the best way [...]

2022-07-06T12:04:13-06:00July 12th, 2022|

Regional One Health’s new Surgical Oncology service elevates cancer care through state-of-the-art expertise and compassionate approach

Regional One Health's new Surgical Oncology practice is led by national experts in the treatment of a variety of cancer diagnoses. They use the latest technology to provide robotic and minimally invasive procedures that effectively treat cancer while protecting patients' quality of life. By offering a multidisciplinary team and exceptional resources, they are providing patient-focused [...]

2022-02-16T10:41:57-06:00February 24th, 2022|

Regional One Health and West Cancer Center partner to provide cancer care at Midtown location

Regional One Health has partnered with West Cancer Center and Research Institute to transition West's Midtown location to a hospital outpatient department of Regional One Health. Now called Regional One Health Cancer Center, the facility offers an exceptional level of care for cancer and benign blood disorders from an experienced team of medical, surgical [...]

2021-03-03T15:13:18-06:00March 3rd, 2021|

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