Stories with tag: "Breast Cancer"
Cancer
Christine’s Story: ‘Five Minutes Can Change Your Life’
Patient discovers the importance of screenings — for herself and others
Waterford Place
Cynthia’s Story: Waterford Place Is Her Lifeline
The cancer resource center has ‘absolutely’ been a factor in her survivorship
Cancer
Setting New Standards in Breast Imaging
A conversation with Lisa Stempel, MD, chief of breast imaging at Rush, about how donors’ support of the Regenstein Breast Imaging Center is helping experts catch more breast cancers earlier and transforming screening practices
Cancer
Novel Organoid Drug Testing and Pregnancy-Associated Breast Cancer Care at RUSH with Jessica Slostad, MD
Jessica Slostad, MD, is an assistant professor of Medicine in the Division of Hematology, Oncology and Cellular Therapy at RUSH and specializes in breast cancer management. Her research interests include clinical and translational research with a focus on precision oncology and organoid technology.
Women’s Health
Joy's Story: Robotics Aids Breast Reconstruction
Robot-assisted DIEP flap surgery can mean less pain, quicker recovery
Cancer
Breast Cancer Screening Myths and Facts
RUSH diagnostic radiologist Lisa Stempel, MD, separates myths from facts about screening for breast cancer
Waterford Place
‘Pretty in Pink’ Raises Awareness and Funds
A fundraiser in support of breast cancer awareness benefits Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center
Patient Stories
Diane Grandgeorge’s Story: ‘I Felt Taken Care Of’
Support from her care team made Diane's breast cancer treatment easier
Cancer
Kristina’s Story
Kristina had a great support system to help her through cancer treatment. Now she wants to help others
Cancer
Deep Inspiration Breath Hold
Deep inspiration breath hold is a technique to protect the heart during breast cancer radiation therapy