Enhancing Lung Cancer Treatment: The Promise of Perioperative Immunotherapy – Samantha DiBenedetto, MD

Introduction: Lung cancer remains one of the most challenging and life-threatening diseases; however, several exciting treatment advances show promising benefits. A recent study in which Virginia Cancer Specialists participated under the research leadership of Dr. Alex Spira, the AEGEAN trial, was published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) earlier this month and has shed light […]

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – Advancements in Lung Cancer Treatment

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. In recent years, lung cancer treatment has taken incredible steps forward, thanks to breakthrough research and early detection. Here are some of the latest advancements in treating lung cancer. Your browser does not support the video tag.

New Advances in Early-Stage Lung Cancer Treatment – Samantha DiBenedetto, MD

Lung cancer poses a significant healthcare challenge in the United States, with approximately 237,000 individuals newly diagnosed each year. Although the majority of cases are found at an advanced stage, approximately 25-35% of cases are detected early where surgery and chemotherapy can be effective treatment options. Despite these efforts, disease recurrence rates remain high, impacting […]

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 […]

Nutrition Spotlight: Feeding Your Body the Nutrition it Needs During Cancer Treatment

Nutrition Optimization – A Core Tenet at Virginia Cancer Specialists Did you know that feeding your body the nutrition it needs during cancer can help with regimen tolerance, preventing hospitalization, and improving quality of life? Even though approximately 90% of cancer treatment is provided in an outpatient setting, many centers do not offer nutrition counseling […]