Just Above the Waves
Charismatic. Type-A. Determined. Sharon Marcotte is a self-starter who loves to be on the go. She can often be found traveling with her husband of 54 years, John, in their motorhome. Her world stopped, however, in June 2019 when she discovered a marble-sized lump in her left breast. Sharon was a nurse for 50 years, […]
The Comforts of Home in the Courtney Cox Cole Infusion Center
Carolyn Dahlager relaxes peacefully in a recliner. Sitting near the warm glow of a fireplace, she stares out a giant window to admire nature and imagine what will soon be a beautiful garden. She spends several hours a week sitting in this spot as she receives magnesium infusion therapy to treat a health condition—something she’s […]
#MyFocus: A Deeper Look at What Drives This Surgeon
Some physicians go where their expertise is needed. Others focus on becoming an expert in the needs of the community where they practice. Samuel Heiser MD, has been doing the latter during the past 27 years he has practiced medicine at Riverview Health. A general surgeon with a special interest in breast cancer patients, Dr. […]
Riverview Health Foundation Grateful Patient
Give them something to remember you by. This was Ralph Feuerstein’s motto. Whether it’s a waitress at a restaurant or doctor at an appointment, Ralph believed it was the interactions you had with people that could make any experience positive and memorable—even when facing a terminal prognosis. At the age of 74, Ralph was diagnosed […]
Is Oncology Rehab for You?
Today is World Cancer Day, making it the perfect opportunity to talk about the potentially life changing resources available for those who have received or are currently receiving treatment for cancer. Each oncology patient has unique health needs throughout treatment and survivorship. Outpatient therapy is one way to provide relief from long-term side effects caused […]
Avoid Colorectal Cancer: Get Screened
By Charles Harris, MD Riverview Health Physicians About 1 in 20 Americans will develop colorectal cancer in his or her lifetime. Although men are at greater risk than women, screening is one of the best ways to make sure that you don’t become one of the statistics. Finding and removing precancerous growths, or polyps, and […]
The Need for Annual Exams and Screenings
By Stephanie Brazus, MD Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN Yes, we know. Your annual well-woman exam may not be at the top of your fun list, but it’s important. It’s the perfect time to ask questions and share concerns with your doctor, and it helps your doctor spot signs of diseases and conditions early, when they’re […]
When Prevention is No Longer an Option
By Brittany Nelson, MS, RD, CHWC Taking active steps to prevent breast cancer is something all women (and men) can do. There are many risk factors that can increase the risk of breast cancer. The National Cancer Institute provides an excellent tool called the “Gail Model” which can be helpful in determining your specific risk. […]
How Diet Can Decrease Your Risk for Breast Cancer
By Katie Boscia, MS, RD, IBCLC, CDE There is no one food or diet that can prevent breast cancer. However, there are certain foods that can help boost your immune system and make you healthier, which can decrease the risk of breast cancer. Some foods can help decrease the side effects of treatment and help […]
When Should You Start Getting Mammograms?
Mammogram screenings play an important role in the early detection of breast cancer and breast disease. The American Cancer Society recommends the following guidelines for screenings: Yearly mammograms should start at age 40 and continue every year, as long as you’re healthy. Clinical breast exams should occur about every three years for women in their […]