Get the Facts: 5 Tips for Lowering Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer
When it comes to protecting your health, routine cancer screenings and positive lifestyle choices are key factors in prevention. Over the last few decades, screening tests for colorectal cancer, such as colonoscopies and stool-based tests, have improved both detection and outcomes for patients. However, doctors and researchers are sounding the alarm at the steady […]
Dr. Mitul Gandhi, Medical Oncologist at Virginia Cancer Specialists, Co-Authors Real-World Study Assessing Efficacy of Azacitidine in Treatment-Naive Patients with Higher-Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Dr. Mitul Gandhi, Medical Oncologist at Virginia Cancer Specialists, Co-Authors Real-World Study Assessing Efficacy of Azacitidine in Treatment-Naive Patients with Higher-Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes This study highlights the need for new therapies that improve complete remission and survival rates in patients with HR-MDS. Fairfax, Virginia, February 9, 2024 – Virginia Cancer Specialists, a premier provider of […]
Podcast Today! How new technology and insights are impacting breast cancer treatment – David Weintritt, MD, FACS
Live Podcast today! https://www.linkedin.com/…/hownewtechnologyand…/theater/
Advancements in Colorectal Cancer Treatment: Insights from Samuel Lee, MD at Virginia Cancer Specialists
The treatment paradigm for colorectal cancer is continuously evolving towards more personalized treatment plans. With more research conducted over the past decade, we are transitioning away from a one-size-fits-all approach to more individualized treatments for all stages of colorectal cancer. Early and Locally Advanced Colon Cancer: Upfront surgery remains the mainstay of treatment. Treatment after […]
Building Connections: A Breast Cancer Support Group – RSVP Today
REGISTER TODAY – The Connections Support Group is offering one final session in the winter series, this will take place on Tuesday, February 6th from 1:00pm-2:00pm. The Building Connections Support Group, led by Casey Nelson, MSW will guide Virginia Cancer Specialists patients with breast cancer through reflective activities and conversations to foster growth towards reaching […]
Redefining Cancer Treatment With Personalized Medicine and Early Intervention – Geoffrey Moorer, MD
Trends in the treatment for patients with cancer are shifting towards earlier intervention, with effective therapies like immunotherapy moving into neoadjuvant stages for improved outcomes. However, Geoffrey D. Moorer, MD, believes that challenges remain in ensuring wider access to sequencing and overcoming data complexity. While the future holds immense potential for artificial intelligence to revolutionize […]
Virginia Cancer Specialists Physicians Named to Northern Virginia Magazine’s 2024 Top Doctors List
Virginia Cancer Specialists is proud to announce our physicians that have been named Northern Virginia Magazine’s 2024 Top Doctors. Top Doctors honorees are chosen through a selective, unbiased process. Congratulations to the following physicians for being honored in 2024: Stephanie Akbari, MD, FACS Ivan Aksentijevich, MD Christina Brzezniak, DO Daniel Chong, MD Robert Christie, […]
Understanding the Role of Palliative Care in Cancer Treatment – Muhammad Siddiqui, MD
Role of Palliative Care in Cancer Treatment In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Muhammad Siddiqui, MD, explained the role that palliative medicine plays in a cancer treatment plan and how oncologists and palliative care physicians can work together in patients’ best interests. Palliative care physicians work to improve the quality-of-life of patients with serious or […]
Revolutionizing Breast Cancer Care: Insights and Recommendations from a Pivotal Germline Mutation Testing Study
Dr. Patricia Rodriguez of Virginia Cancer Specialists, is a co-author of the joint guideline paper issued by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO) that aims to provide evidence-based recommendations for healthcare professionals dealing with precision care for breast cancer patients. The main goal of this paper was […]
Woodbridge Office Move – January 29th!
Exciting News! Our Woodbridge Office is relocating to a New Suite on January 29th! Join us in welcoming our providers, staff and patients to its new, state-of-the-art location. Mark your calendars for January 29th as we embark on this new chapter of providing comprehensive and compassionate cancer care.