While doing research for a talk on survivor issues, I was struck by a recurring theme: Exercise! It is really remarkable how many medical issues can be positively impacted when we increase our physical activity. Exercise can help with weight control. Maintaining an ideal body weight (or losing weight to get closer to an ideal body weight) is good for health overall, but it can also reduce the risk...

Introducing Dr. Xiao Su The newest member of the Saratoga Hospital Oncology Team

If you need chemotherapy or targeted therapy as part of your breast cancer treatment, you’re in good hands.

At the Center for Breast Care, we work closely with the physicians of Saratoga Hospital Medical Group – Hematology / Oncology. Many have been members of the Saratoga community for years....

As a breast surgeon, and medical director of a breast center, I am always searching for ways to improve the quality of life for my patients. Casting for Recovery is an outstanding organization that empowers breast cancer patients and survivors, by providing participants with weekend programs that include education and support with instruction in the therapeutic sport of fly fishing.

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With cancer care, the saying “it takes a village” is certainly true.  Successful treatment involves the contributions of many providers working together. In order to offer patients the best, and most coordinated, care possible,  Saratoga Hospital provides regular opportunities for providers to meet and review cases. For years providers have gathered every other week for the Cancer Conference,...

All medical providers – physicians, physician’s assistants, nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, etc--engage in continuing education. We read journals, attend lectures, and—in the new high-tech era—attend webinars. Although a minimal amount of continuing education is required for us to maintain our licenses, most of us far exceed the requirement. There are always new things...