Articles for Tag: "surgery"

Spotlight on the benefits of genetic testing 
Spotlight on the benefits of genetic testing
Find out how genetic testing helped Angelina Jolie make the decision to undergo a double mastectomy to reduce her risk of cancer.
Inside look: Behind the OR doors  Featured
Inside look: Behind the OR doors
Get a behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life of an operating room team dedicated to saving lives.
Women opting for surgery when they hear ‘cancer’ 
Women opting for surgery when they hear ‘cancer’
The term “cancer” can strike fear in patients, but could the word itself affect a patient’s chosen course of treatment?
Some seniors may be better off to opt-out of skin cancer removal surgery 
Some seniors may be better off to opt-out of skin cancer removal surgery
A new study says that for seniors with skin cancer, surgery may not be the best option.
When it comes to breast cancer surgery, is less really more?  Featured
When it comes to breast cancer surgery, is less really more?
A recent study suggests a more conservative approach is best for treating early-stage breast cancer. Find out why exploring the best treatment options available to you with your doctor could get you well sooner.