March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding the Risk Factors: Igryl S. Cordero, MD, Medical Oncologist

As we observe Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month this March, it’s an important opportunity to reflect on the significance of early detection and the factors that can increase the risk of colorectal cancer. At Virginia Cancer Specialists, we are committed to helping you understand the risk factors and take proactive steps to improve your health. Early […]

Advancements in Treating Chemotherapy Side Effects – A New Standard of Care for Preventing Hand-Foot Syndrome – Igryl S. Cordero, MD

Patients undergoing treatment for breast or gastrointestinal cancers with the chemotherapy drug capecitabine (Xeloda®) may develop hand-foot syndrome (HFS). A common treatment side-effect, HFS can lead to redness, swelling, skin peeling, and sometimes painful blisters on the palms and soles. Although the syndrome is not life-threatening, it can cause significant discomfort and negatively impact a […]

Virginia Cancer Specialists Welcomes Two New Medical Oncologists to Gainesville and Woodbridge Locations

Igryl Cordero, MD, and Anmol Singh, MD, have joined the practice to provide expert care to the community in Northern Virginia. Virginia Cancer Specialists, a premier provider of leading-edge cancer care in Northern Virginia, is pleased to welcome Igryl Cordero, MD, and Anmol Singh, MD, to our medical oncology team. Dr. Cordero and Dr. Singh […]