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Honor Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Schedule a prostate screening.
Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer among men in the U.S. Rare in those younger than 45, the chances of developing prostate cancer increase as men age, with most of the cases found in men 65 and older. The disease is more common in African American men, and those whose diet is high in animal fats and red meat.
Early diagnosis is the first step in protecting yourself against prostate cancer. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of the disease here. Schedule a prostate screening today, call 616-685-LACK(S)Combined capabilities that increase the chances of recovery. The Lacks Cancer Center is the only dedicated cancer hospital in West Michigan to deliver the combined capabilities of the da Vinci® robot and CT Tomotherapy in the treatment of prostate cancer. The da Vinci® Surgical System ensures precision surgical removal of the disease, while CT TomoTherapy evenly distributes radiation with pinpoint accuracy. Together, these technologies create a formidable force in the treatment of prostate cancer. Learn more about these treatment options. |
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| Randall Kuntzman, MD Urologic Oncology Specialist See More... | |||
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| In The News The Lacks Cancer Center Welcomes Dr. Jamie Caughran - Breast Surgical Oncology Specialist.
August 18, 2008, Dr. Jamie Caughran - the only fellowship trained female breast surgeon in West Michigan - joined our team of skilled breast cancer specialists. Dr. Caughran, a Breast Surgical Oncology Specialist is a graduate of the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She completed her residency in general surgery at Grand Rapids Medical Education, and continued on as a Breast Surgery Fellow at Beaumont Hospital. In addition to heading up our Multidisciplinary Breast Clinic, Dr. Caughran will direct the Saint Mary's Comprehensive Breast Center’s progressive team of specialists in delivering responsive care to women who are experiencing both benign and malignant breast conditions. |
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| The Lacks Cancer Center at Saint Mary’s Health Care. Expect Something More. As the only cancer hospital in West Michigan dedicated solely to the prevention and treatment of cancer, The Lacks Cancer Center is recognized for its multidisciplinary, team-centered model of care, as well as comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services that deliver the most progressive technologies and treatments available. Learn more… If someone you know would benefit from the technologies and treatments discussed in this e-issue, pass along this vital information now. |
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