Radiation Oncology

Redefining Cancer Treatment In SWFL

Lee Health program dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate care and support in the region

According to American Cancer Society projections, more than 2 million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in the US in 2024. The organization also expects more than 611,000 deaths from cancer this year, which works out to more than 1,600 each day. Residents of Southwest Florida are assured access to leading-edge cancer treatments and support services through the comprehensive […]

Comprehensive Cancer Care

Lee Health program grows to include multiple facilities, array of leading-edge treatments

In 2007, Lee Health opened the Regional Cancer Center, a 100,000-square-foot freestanding outpatient facility in Fort Myers. The center filled a major need for residents of Southwest Florida, treating cancer with an array of leading-edge treatments and support services. In 2023, the center became part of the Lee Health Cancer Institute, which offers inpatient treatment at the Gulf Coast Medical […]

Radiation Oncology in Breast Cancer Therapy

Breast cancer treatment involves collaboration among various medical specialties, including surgery and medical oncology

Affecting one in eight women in the U.S., breast cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death, according to the American Cancer Society. Although more common in women, breast cancer can affect men as well. Breast cancer is typically treated by physicians in multiple specialties, including surgery and medical oncology. The latter includes […]

Patient-Centered Support: Navigating Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

The Role of Nurse Navigators in Providing Information and Assistance

Affecting one in eight women in the U.S. alone, breast cancer is the second most diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death, according to the American Cancer Society. But there is also some good news regarding this disease. “With advancements in medicine and technology, more women are beating breast cancer and surviving a lot longer than they […]

Spotlight On Skin Cancer

Radiation oncologist provides a lesson on lesions, treatments, prevention and more

In its broadest sense, cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in some part of the body. Skin cancer is the most frequently diagnosed in the US. At some point, it will affect one out of five Americans. Skin cancer is typically divided into melanoma and non-melanoma categories. Non-melanoma skin cancers are most commonly called squamous cell or basal cell […]


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