breast cancer

LiveSmart: Advanced Breast Cancer Surgery Yields Better Treatment, Opportunity for Conservation

October 30, 2020

Where many cases of breast cancer in the past would not have been considered for breast conservation surgery, new technologies and advanced techniques have revolutionized breast cancer care. [...]

WAMC: Medical Monday – Breast Cancer with Dr. Ajaz Khan

October 27, 2020

Ajaz Khan, M.D., medical director of medical oncology at St. Peter's Health Partners, appeared on WAMC's Medical Monday. Dr. Khan discussed the latest treatments for breast cancer, the importance of regular mammograms, and male breast cancer. [...]

WTEN: Women’s Health – Breast Cancer Prevention

October 14, 2020

Anne Lawton, RN, community outreach nurse at St. Peter's Hospital Cancer Care Center, discussed the importance of annual mammograms during an appearance on WTEN/News10. [...]

WTEN: Women’s Health Wednesday – Targeted Breast Cancer Treatment

October 14, 2020

WTEN interviewed Duncan Savage, M.D., of St. Peter's Radiation Oncology, about targeted breast cancer treatment and how it is helping women live longer. [...]

Dr. Sarah Pesek a Recipient of ’40 Under 40 in Cancer’ Award

October 5, 2020

St. Peter’s Health Partners would like to congratulate Sarah Pesek, M.D., of St. Peter’s Breast Surgery, who has been selected as a recipient of the 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award! [...]

LiveSmart: Know the Facts for Cancer Prevention Month this February

February 6, 2020

February is National Cancer Prevention Month. Do you know all the ways you can take action to reduce your risk? [...]

Breast Cancer and the Heart: Free Educational Seminar Nov. 12

October 31, 2019

St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free community presentation on how the treatment for breast cancer affects the heart. At the presentation, Jeffrey R. Uzzilia, MD, [...]

LiveSmart: Taking Care of Your Skin is Crucial While Managing Your Lymphedema

October 24, 2019

Any defect in the skin – whether from trauma, heat, or skin puncture – can be an entryway for pathogens. For individuals suffering from lymphedema, the risk of infection is even greater. [...]

Photo Gallery: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

October 24, 2019

On October 20th, St. Peter’s Health Partners was one of the sponsors and participated at the 24th annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of [...]

LiveSmart: Oncoplastic Surgery – Where Cancer Care and Breast Conservation Meet

October 10, 2019

Oncoplastic surgery combines plastic surgery with surgical oncology practices, offering cancer treatment that also conserves breast tissue. [...]

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