How Oncoplastic Surgery Gives Women More Natural Breasts After Cancer
Surgery is the gold-standard breast cancer treatment, but some techniques leave women flat-chested or with lopsided breasts. Today, many women…
3 experiences of hospital care and why we measure them
We aim to enhance patient experiences at MedStar Washington Hospital Center (MWHC) through a trickle-down approach, from staff to patient….
DCIS breast cancer: Not every woman needs surgery
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is the earliest form of breast cancer. DCIS is confined to the milk ducts of…
How we use PET-CT scans to find more cancer faster than ever
PET-CT (positron emission tomography and computed tomography) often is referred to as the gold standard of cancer imaging. This tool…
From surgery to radioactive iodine and beyond: Hope for patients with thyroid cancer
Most patients respond well to standard therapies for thyroid cancer. The five-year survival rate is more than 98 percent, and…
Why I stand behind digital rectal exams for prostate cancer screening
“You want to put your finger where? Why? Do you really need to do that?” I’ve heard many men say…