Tag: Cancer

July 21, 2020

An Oncologist Reflects on Patient and Self Care During COVID-19

Although Dr. Ana Maria Lopez has been a medical oncologist for more than 20 years, she observes that the challenges of caring for patients during this pandemic are unique.
July 21, 2020

A Patient’s Story of Cancer Treatment During COVID-19

Episode nine of The Health Nexus Podcast
June 18, 2020

Nothing to Fear:
Cancer Surgery During COVID-19

After successful thyroid cancer surgery, Arnaldo Santos encourages patients requiring surgery to have it done and avoid delaying care.
June 12, 2020

Man Facing Throat Cancer Makes Goal to See His Son Graduate

In 2016, David Rich decided to keep a secret from his teenage son—he had throat cancer that, if left untreated, would soon kill him. He needed surgery and radiation therapy. And he needed it right away.
May 29, 2020

Your Guide to Women’s Health Screenings

You may visit your primary care physician on a regular basis, but do you really know what screenings you need to stay healthy and when to get them?
May 18, 2020

Survey Reveals the Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Patients

A team of researchers at The Neu Center at SKCC launched a survey to understand the main concerns of cancer patients, and barriers to their care and treatment during the pandemic
May 11, 2020

A Patient’s Guide to JeffConnect Appointments Now Available

Health concern or issue? There’s an app for that.
May 6, 2020

Diagnosed with Cancer During COVID-19, A Nurse Takes One Day at a Time

After a life-changing diagnosis in the middle of the pandemic, one nurse is grateful that she didn’t put off her health, and for her fellow healthcare workers and staff as she navigates treatment.
April 17, 2020

A Daughter’s Perspective On Her Dad’s Dire Diagnosis

My dad’s uveal melanoma diagnosis changed my view on life—both as a daughter and a nurse.
April 16, 2020

Life Extended After A Dire Diagnosis

A dad’s diagnosis of uveal melanoma wouldn’t keep him from his daughter’s wedding day.
March 31, 2020

What I Wish My Doctor’s Office Knew About Caring For Transgender Patients

From the front desk staff to nurses to doctors, a Jefferson patient tells us how we can pitch in to provide safe and inclusive health care for the transgender community.