ATLANTA (Sept. 27, 2010) – Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia has announced the details of their Prostate Cancer Lecture Series presented by the physicians of Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia in October. These courses enable the public to become better educated about prostate cancer treatment options.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033.
Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses to be presented in October include:
For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
ATLANTA (September 22, 2010) – Come ride with the thrill of fresh air in your face! This ride supports prostate cancer awareness, one of the leading killers of men in the state of Georgia. According to the American Cancer Society, Georgia ranks 6th in highest estimated deaths caused by prostate cancer; this is a serious concern for the state and for Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, a center of excellence in treatment for prostate cancer. To raise awareness and support, the Georgia Prostate Cancer Coalition and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia are hosting a motorcycle ride on Saturday, Sept. 25, with all proceeds from this motorcycle ride supporting the statewide license plate initiative to build prostate cancer awareness.
Anyone can participate – whether as a rider or a passenger – in this motorcycle ride, which will begin and end at Killer Creek Harley-Davidson in Roswell, Ga. Registration is $25 for each motorcycle rider (and includes a t-shirt) and $10 for each passenger. To register, visit http://www.beatprostatecancer.com/ or call 678-965-4756 Ext. 115.
Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia’s own physicians and staff will be riding for prostate cancer awareness and invite the community to come ride for Prostate Cancer awareness in Georgia! For more information, contact Toni Karasik at tkarasik@rccancercenters.com .
ATLANTA (Aug. 20, 2010) – GolinHarris is pleased to announce the Atlanta office was chosen by both Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Mount Vernon Presbyterian School as their public relations agency of record.
Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, one of the country’s top cancer treatment and research facilities, will work with the Atlanta team in all aspects of its communications efforts including research, strategic planning, media relations and physician marketing. Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia has earned a reputation because of its commitment to quality, use of the latest radiation technology and focus on research that enables it to treat men and women with different types of cancer, including breast, prostate, lung, colon, lymphatic and others.
Mount Vernon Presbyterian School, established in 1972, is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, nonprofit, coeducational, college preparatory day school located in the heart of Sandy Springs in North Atlanta and serves students from the greater metropolitan area. GolinHarris Atlanta will work with the school to handle media relations, strategic brand management and community outreach to enhance its reputation.
“We are excited to take on responsibilities on behalf of Mount Vernon Presbyterian School and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia,” said Kathy Cosgrove, managing director of GolinHarris Atlanta. “Both clients provide a great service to the community and we are honored to help spread their message.”
For more information on GolinHarris, please visit golinharris.com or call 404-367-2727 to reach the Atlanta office.
ATLANTA (Sept. 21, 2010) – Have you checked your breasts today? October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia – Cherokee County, in partnership with Northside Hospital-Cherokee, is presenting the 2nd Annual Breast Health & Cancer Awareness Day on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010 at the Northside Hospital–Cherokee Conference Center, located at 1130 Bluffs Parkway in Canton, GA 30114. In 2009, the American Cancer Society estimated approximately 40,170 women died from breast cancer. In Georgia, an estimated 5,840 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 1,140 women will die from the disease this year.
“Breast Cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women behind lung cancer,” said Sandra Gregory, M.D., radiation oncologist of Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia – Cherokee County. “It is a disease which is 100 percent treatable if caught early, so it is important to be educated and aware.”
The 2nd Annual Breast Health & Cancer Awareness Day will begin at 10 a.m. and run until 2 p.m., with featured lectures from renowned female physicians and breast specialists — moderated by Sandra Gregory, M.D. The day’s activities will feature three panels addressing three crucial topics for women: Wellness and Prevention, Latest Treatment and Technology and Recent Developments in Breast Cancer.
Each panel consists of some of the best and brightest in their field. Peahen Gandhi, M.D., OB/GYN, Courtney Sinclair, M.D., GYN and Angela Falany, M.D. will discuss wellness and prevention; Anita Johnson, M.D., Breast Surgeon, Angela Robbins, M.D., Breast Surgeon and Lynn Baxter, M.D., Diagnostic Radiologist will speak towards the latest treatment and technology; and the third panel on recent developments in Breast Cancer will feature Rosa Langella, M.D., Breast Surgeon, Kathleen Long, M.D., Medical Oncologist, Gena Volas-Redd, M.D., Medical Oncologist and Sandra Gregory, M.D., Radiation Oncologist.
This free education event is an opportunity for women of the community to learn about genetic testing, partial breast irradiation, diet and nutrition, changes in surgical management of breast disease and breast cancer prevention. Northside Hospital’s ScreenAtlanta mobile mammography van will be onsite performing mammograms and attendees will also have an opportunity to sign up with StoryCorps Atlanta to go in-studio and record their personal experiences with Breast Cancer.
“Women who have been diagnosed or have loved ones who have been diagnosed are always the most eager to learn every last detail about Breast Cancer. But it is just as important, if not more important for those who are not as aware to be educated and proactive in getting screened,” said Dr. Gregory.
Breakfast, a survivor program and luncheon will be provided with a special butterfly release to honor all those who have fought and won the cancer battle. The 2nd Annual Breast Health and Cancer Awareness Day is free and open to the public. Registration is recommended, but only required for those requesting mammograms. To register, please call 404-845-5555 and press “0,” Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information on Breast Cancer Symposium 2010 or sponsorship opportunities, contact Toni Karasik at 678-965-4756 x. 115 or e-mail tkarasik@rccancercenters.com.
MDNews.com (September 22 ,2010) - Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia is revolutionizing the approach to cancer management and treatment. Through an emphasis on wellness as well as quality clinical care, patients benefit from state-of-the-art technology in a warm and caring environment that focuses on preserving quality of life for all patients receiving cancer treatments.
Frederick J. Schnell, Jr., M.D.
With seven locations throughout the Metro Atlanta area, Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia makes the latest radiation technology available to patients in rural settings who would otherwise have to travel to receive care. By providing radiological services for gynecological cancers and cancers of the prostate, head and neck, breast and lung, patients benefit from cutting-edge treatment delivered by an experienced and dedicated staff.
Advanced Approach for Prostate Cancer
Physicians at Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia utilize an innovative approach called ProstRcision to treat and manage prostate cancer. Currently, more than 14,000 men have received ProstRcision therapy at Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia with exceptional clinical results.
ProstRcision involves a combination of brachytherapy and external beam radiation. Rather than using external beam radiation first and brachytherapy second, which is the more common technique, physicians using ProstRcision place the radioactive seeds first. By initially delivering a high internal dose of radiation directly to the cancerous lesion, the dose to critical structures, such as bladder and rectum, can be decreased.
ProstRcision is used for treatment of early, intermediate and advanced cancers. It is best suited for patients who have prostate cancers that have not metastasized.
Cure rates using ProstRcision are very high. Recently, Frederick J. Schnell, Jr., M.D., radiation oncologist at Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, submitted an abstract that outlines 10-year results of ProstRcision in patients who have advanced prostate cancer with a Gleason score of 4 + 4 = 8. The results of the study will be presented at the American Society of Radiation Oncology’s annual conference in November.
“In my analysis, I found that early stage patients who had a Gleason score of 8 achieved a 75% cure rate when using ProstRcision,” says Dr. Schnell. “Patients with lower-volume disease on their initial biopsies had even better results, achieving cure rates of 80% to 85%.”
“ProstRcision is a very advantageous method for prostate cancer treatment because it boasts a very high cure rate while allowing the majority of men to retain sexual and urinary function,” adds Philip D. Shrake, M.D., radiation oncologist at Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia. “While there are a variety of treatment modalities available in addition to radiation therapy, including active surveillance, hormone therapy and surgery, radiation therapy has a much lower risk of erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence. More men are also candidates for radiation therapy, as men who are older than 70 are generally not surgical candidates.”
Alternative Radiation Techniques
In addition to traditional radiation therapy services, Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia also offers advanced alternative procedures. High-dose brachytherapy is utilized for treatment of breast cancer and gynecological malignancies, and partial breast irradiation is achieved using MammoSite 5-Day Targeted Radiation Therapy.
The MammoSite approach involves placing a balloon device into the lumpectomy cavity at the time of surgery. Following placement of the device, a CT scan is taken to ensure correct placement and symmetry of the device within the breast. Radiation therapy is then administered directly to the lumpectomy bed through the use of catheters. Because radiation is delivered directly to the lumpectomy cavity, the amount of radiation exposure to the lungs and heart is significantly reduced.
Unlike traditional, whole-breast irradiation that requires patients to receive treatment over a six-week period, patients receiving MammoSite therapy present for two treatments each day for five days. The MammoSite procedure is most indicated for patients with early-stage, low-risk breast cancer.
For patients with early-stage, localized lung cancer that does not present with lymph node involvement, stereotactic body radiosurgery is available. Forms of image-guided radiation therapy and intensity-modulated radiation therapy are used for cancers of the head and neck.
A Patient-Centered Approach to Cancer Treatment
Preserving quality of life for patients receiving cancer treatment is of the utmost importance at Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia. In addition to excellent clinical care, patients are also provided with concierge services that include massage, acupuncture, nutritional services, complimentary parking with front door access and comfortable, inviting wait areas.
“We have a very warm and caring staff that treats all patients as individuals,” says Sandra L. Gregory, M.D., radiation oncologist at Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia. “We try to provide patients with services to help them feel as comfortable as possible while they are receiving treatment and will coordinate home health care or nutritional aid if that will help make their cancer treatments easier.”
Support groups and weekly physician seminars focused on education are also provided. For prostate cancer patients, lecture series are held every Tuesday and cover a variety of different topics. These gatherings also serve as a forum for prostate cancer patients and their families to interact and provide support for one another. Newly diagnosed patients are also invited to attend and are encouraged to speak with alumni patients who have finished treatment, as this additional support can often make the process of choosing a cancer treatment easier for patients.
Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia’ Canton office is also partnering with Northside Hospital – Cherokee to hold a breast symposium for community women on October 2, 2010. A panel of breast specialists, including surgical, medical and radiation oncologists; primary care physicians; and a diagnostic radiologist will speak about different aspects of care, including preventive health and screenings. Mammograms also will be offered at no charge to patients who do not have insurance.
For more information about Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and the services provided, please visit www.rccancercenters.com.
MD News September/October 2010
http://www.mdnews.com/news/2010_09/05702_sepoct2010_taking-cancer-care-to-the-next-level
“Image Guided Radiation Therapy” – Mark L. Merlin, M.D., presents an in-depth explanation of the image-guided treatment setup used in radiation therapy.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. To register for this event go to: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/1032623605. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“PSA Bounce” – Philip Shrake, M.D., explains the temporary benign rise in prostate-specific antigens (PSA), a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland which can be used to detect prostate cancer.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Updated Cure Rates” – Frank Critz, M.D., shares the latest information about individual cure rates (ICR) to help men decide which prostate cancer treatment method gives them the best chance of a cure.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
Free-of-Charge PSA Screenings 12 PM – 6 PM
Free PSA Screenings 12 PM – 6 PM
Free PSA Screenings 12 PM – 6 PM
“Image-Guided Radiation Therapy”– Mark L. Merlin, M.D., presents an in-depth explanation of the image-guided treatment setup used in radiation therapy.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
Free PSA Screenings 9 AM – 4 PM
Free PSA Screenings 9 AM – 4 PM
Free PSA Screenings, 9 AM – 12 PM and 1:30 PM – 4 PM
This FREE educational event features female physicians discussing topics such as genetic testing, partial breast irradiation, diet and nutrition, changes in surgical management of breast disease and breast cancer prevention. ScreenAtlanta will be on-site performing mammograms. Pre-registration is required and limited appointments are available. To register for the even and/or to schedule a mammogram, please call 404-845-5555, Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
“Behind the Scenes” – Fred Schnell, M.D., will provide a look behind the scenes of ProstRcision® and the prostate cancer treatment process.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Side Effects” – James Benton, M.D., explains and clarifies the common side effects associated with prostate cancer.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“History of ProstRcision” – Frank Critz, M.D., will discuss ProstRcision®, a unique technique for curing prostate cancer that has the industry’s highest documented cure rate of 83 percent. He will shed light on the original procedure and it’s development through the years.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Q&A on PSA and Gleason Scores” – Gary Stillwagon, M.D., coordinates an open discussion on the importance of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening, Gleason scoring and the differences between clinical and pathologic staging.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Image Guided Radiation Therapy” – Mark L. Merlin, M.D., presents an in-depth explanation of the image-guided treatment setup used in radiation therapy.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Behind the Scenes” – Fred Schnell, M.D., will provide a look behind the scenes of ProstRcision® and the prostate cancer treatment process.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Updated Cure Rates” – Frank Critz, M.D., shares the latest information about individual cure rates (ICR) to help men decide which prostate cancer treatment method gives them the best chance of a cure.
All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320. For more information on Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia and Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, please visit rccancercenters.com.
“Side Effects” – James Benton, M.D., explains and clarifies the common side effects associated with prostate cancer. All Prostate Cancer Lecture Series courses are offered free to the public and begin with a light dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a lecture at 5:30 p.m. Classes are presented at the Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia Auditorium located at 2339 Lawrenceville Highway, Decatur, GA 30033. For more information on the Prostate Cancer Lecture Series or to RSVP for a specific class, please call 404-633-5606, ext. 320.
Prostate Cancer Awareness Motorcycle Ride Killer Creek Harley-Davidson 11480 Alpharetta Hwy., Roswell, GA 30076 Saturday, September 25, from 9:00 A.M.- 2 P.M. Rain or Shine, Riders and Volunteers needed! Contact: Toni Karasik 678-965-4756 Ext. 115
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