Using a Port During Your Chemotherapy Treatment
Many patients usually have questions regarding the portacath, or port they will use during their chemotherapy treatment. Medical oncologist Dr. Stephen Lemon... Learn More
Last Radiation Day for Rudy
Thumbs up for Rudy Cologna, who had his last #radiation treatment today for squamous cell #skincancer! Celebrating with him are his wife and... Learn More
Last Chemo Day for Todd!
A big round of applause for Todd Etzel, who just completed his last #chemo day today for #pancreatic #cancer. Celebrating with him... Learn More
Last Chemo Day for Marti!
Thumbs up for Marti MacPhee! She just completed her #LastChemoDay for stage1 #BreastCancer. Joining the celebration are Dr. Stephen Lemon and some... Learn More
Using a Portacath During Chemotherapy Treatment
In this video, oncologist Dr. Stephen Lemon explains how a portacath is used during chemotherapy for cancer treatment. Visit https://www.lightersideofcancer.com/education/ to watch... Learn More
Last Chemo Day for Leil
Congrats to Leil Morgenroth, who completed her Last #Chemo Day for stage2 #BreastCancer. Joining the celebration are staff from our new #cancer... Learn More
Last Chemo for Jeanine!
A big round of applause for Jeanine Coogle, who had her #LastChemoDay today finishing up her #chemo treatment for stage1 #breastcancer. Here... Learn More
Last Chemo Day for Maria!
Congratulations to Maria Hanson who just had her #LastChemoDay today! Maria completed her #chemotherapy for stage2 #BreastCancer. Pictured with Maria is her... Learn More
Last Chemo Day for Darlene
A round of applause for Darlene Spencer-Eilenstine! Darlene completes her adjuvant #chemotherapy today for stage3 non-small cell #LungCancer “She’s the Boss!” And... Learn More
Chemo Shop (A Thrift Shop Parody)
A Thrift Shop parody. Cancer survivors, doctors and staff of Oncology Associates rap about getting through cancer treatment and finding a cure... Learn More
The Benefits of Ports During Chemotheropy
Portacaths, or ports, are used to deliver intravenous chemotherapy drugs. Using a chemo port is a safe way to deliver the drugs,... Learn More
Bald is Beautiful – Chemo Hair Loss Tips
Cancer survivors share their experiences and tips on hair loss. Their strength and determination truly show that bald is beautiful. Visit http://www.oacancer.com/oncology-vide…... Learn More
Making Friends in the Chemo Room
Cancer survivors and patients talk about the friendships and encouragement they’ve made in the chemotherapy room during cancer treatment. The people in... Learn More
What is Chemo Brain?
Chemo brain is a neurological side effect of chemotherapy. The chemotherapy can damage a part of the patient’s nervous system which can... Learn More
Will Chemo Help My Colon Cancer?
Chemo is one of the treatment options for certain stages of colon cancer, but not many people know there are tests to... Learn More
Does Chemotherapy Lower the Risk of a Colorectal Cancer Recurrence?
Sometimes tiny tumor cells are left inside a patient after a colorectal cancer surgery. These cells can continue to grow and may... Learn More
Do I Need Chemotherapy for Colon Cancer?
Chemotherapy can be of great benefit to a colon cancer patient under the right circumstances. Dr. Dayyani discusses some of the variables... Learn More
Side Effects of Chemo for Colon Cancer
When speaking about colon cancer treatment, it’s important to discuss some of the side effects that come with treatment, particularly chemotherapy. Dr.... Learn More
Risks and Benefits of Chemotherapy for Colon Cancer
Dr. Tomislav Dragovich discusses the risks and benefits of chemotherapy. Benefits include extending the lives and increasing the cure rates of patients.... Learn More
Likelihood of Colon Cancer Spreading During Chemotherapy
Every cancer is different. Each cancer patient receives a chemotherapy treatment that is personalized. Dr. Madappa Kundranda says he looks at a... Learn More
What are the Benefits of Chemotherapy?
Feeling uneasy about having to do chemotherapy? Wondering what the advantages and disadvantages are? You’re not alone. Some patients don’t need chemotherapy... Learn More
Will Cancer Spread During Chemotherapy?
Every cancer is different. Each cancer patient receives a chemotherapy treatment that is personalized. Dr. Madappa Kundranda says he looks at a... Learn More
Will I Need Chemotherapy After Colon Cancer Surgery?
Nearly every colon cancer patient wants to know if they will need chemotherapy. It is one of the treatment options that many... Learn More
Purpose of Using Chemotherapy in Colon Cancer Patients
It is possible for cancer cells to still be floating around in a patient’s bloodstream after colon cancer surgery. These cells can... Learn More
Staying Healthy During Chemotherapy for Colon Cancer
Dr. Dragovich shares tips on how to stay healthy during chemotherapy. He recommends certain foods to eat and others to avoid. LAST... Learn More
Colorectal Cancer Chemotherapy Recommendations Per Stage
Chemotherapy is often used to treat patients with colorectal cancer, although not all stages require this type of treatment. Watch this clip... Learn More
Who Receives Chemo for Colon Cancer?
Colon cancer treatment depends on the stage. Learn what stage of colon cancer receives chemotherapy. Colon Cancer Answers is a social media... Learn More
Chemo Shop (A Thrift Shop Parody)
A Thrift Shop parody. Cancer survivors, doctors and staff of Oncology Associates rap about getting through cancer treatment and finding a cure... Learn More