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Dr. Shyam Khanwani was the featured speaker at Fayetteville’s ACS Relay for Life on Saturday, April 24th, 2021.  To learn more about Dr. Khanwani, please visit: gacancer.com.  To see the virtual event in full, click on “Read More” to access the YouTube video.      

Since his first lab experience in college, when he came into contact with cancer research, Dr. Aaron Schueneman knew he wanted to dedicate his life to cancer prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment. This month, he joined Georgia Cancer Specialists, the comprehensive cancer care leader in the state at its Blue Ridge and Blairsville offices. […]

Georgia Cancer Specialists, the comprehensive cancer care leader in the state, announced the addition of Dr. Navneet Dhillon at its Canton office. “We are honored to bring Dr. Dhillon’s years of expertise to our practice,” said Dr. Al Soltan, president of Georgia Cancer Specialists. “Her skills and compassion will enhance our cancer care services at our convenient, […]

Georgia Cancer Specialists, the comprehensive cancer care leader in the state, announced the addition of Dr. Pooja Bardhan at its Kennestone and Paulding offices. “We are very excited to welcome Dr. Bardhan to our practice,” said Dr. Al Soltan president of Georgia Cancer Specialists. “We are adding her expertise and enhancing medical oncology and hematology services in […]

Georgia Cancer Specialists, the comprehensive cancer care leader in the state, announced the addition of Dr. James Lennon at its Macon and Milledgeville offices. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Lennon to our practice,” said Dr. Al Soltan president of Georgia Cancer Specialists. “His expertise will enhance our cancer care services in a convenient, community-based […]

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totes 2 tots Drive honors Dr. King’s legacy Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Northside Hospital are collecting backpacks and suitcases for foster children in Georgia as part of the 14th annual totes 2 tots suitcase drive. More than 11,600 children, from infants to teenagers, are currently in the foster care system in Georgia. Many of these children […]

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Georgia Cancer Specialists’ Welcomes New Physician to its Gwinnett and Johns Creek Clinics As a national leader in advanced cancer treatment and research, Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) is uniquely positioned to offer patients cutting-edge cancer care in the communities in which they live. The practice’s clinics in Gwinnett and Johns Creek are proud to welcome […]

The 4th annual Stand Up for Stand Downtoiletry drive for Georgia’s homeless Veterans, sponsored by the metro area Pilot International Clubs and Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS), affiliated with Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, will take place July 4 through Sept. 11, 2015.  The drive collects much-needed toiletry and personal care items to fill “comfort bags” for Veterans […]

Georgia Cancer Specialists, affiliated with Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, has been recognized for cancer care by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®) Certification Program. QOPI is an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the largest oncology society in the U.S. “We’re honored to receive this certification, which acknowledges our commitment to excellence […]

It all started with difficulty in swallowing solid foods and occasionally liquids. Bill knew something was not right and immediately sought attention. He was evaluated with an endoscopy. This is a test where the doctor inserts a tube with camera at the end of it (endoscope) down in to the esophagus and stomach and is […]

My 65 year old patient was surprised when she was recently diagnosed with colon cancer since she did not have any symptoms. She had a routine colonoscopy which showed a cancer in her colon. Fortunately, her cancer was diagnosed at a very early stage and was completely removed by surgery. She did not have to […]

Colorectal cancer, or cancer of the large intestine, is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. However, it’s also one of the most detectable cancers and it responds well to early treatment. Your risk of developing colorectal cancer is a combination of controllable and uncontrollable factors. People older than 50 and those […]

My 71 year old patient with breast cancer asked me if she should start taking an iron pill for her anemia. Anemia is a condition where there are less than normal red blood cells in the body. It is measured as hemoglobin with a normal range around 12-18 g/dl in most labs. Her hemoglobin was […]

Thanks to a strong outpouring of support from the community, the 13th annual totes 2 tots suitcase drive, sponsored by Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Northside Hospital, was a huge success. More than 4,450 backpacks, suitcases and other bags were donated at GCS offices across Georgia which began the weekend of Jan 15 –17. GCS partners with […]

Mrs. Jones (name changed) who had never smoked her entire life was surprised to be diagnosed with lung cancer. Fortunately, she has a lung cancer that can be treated with pills. In fact, the type of lung cancer that responds to pills is often seen in never smokers and tends to be less aggressive than […]

My 24 year old patient with breast cancer and her husband were ecstatic when I gave them the news that her scans came back looking clean without any evidence of disease. I remember the day when I first shared the news with them that she had an aggressive breast cancer and it had spread to […]

Interdisciplinary teams of physicians, nurses, social workers and other health professionals such as psychologists, radiation technologists, chaplains and administrators are involved in the multitude of treatment options for cancer patients during the course of their illness. These professionals, however, are inadequately prepared to meet the follow-up needs of cancer survivors. Dawn Key, MSN, APRN-BC, FNP, […]

“This swelling in my left leg started since a week after I got released from the hospital”, said my 55 year old patient with history of breast cancer. I quickly set her up for an ultrasound test of her leg the same day and she was diagnosed with a blood clot. This is not an […]

I saw a 61 year old gentleman a few weeks ago for evaluation of enlarged lymph nodes in his neck. He reported noticing lumps in his neck 6 months ago and this slowly continued to increase in size. He initially thought it was related to an upper respiratory infection. However, when it persisted he sought […]

As I was talking to my patient the other day, she recalled how she had ignored her lower abdominal discomfort for several months and attributed it to changes in her diet. When she finally sought attention of her family doctor, multiple tests were performed including a pelvic exam and a CT scan which revealed presence […]

Dr. Bhargava discusses immunotherapy in the Athens Banner-Herald. Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that uses the body’s own immune system as a weapon to fight cancer and other diseases. To read more, you can find her article here Ranjana Bhargava

A former U.S. Marine, veteran Robin Williams wanted to be a part of Veterans Affairs’ annual event that provides resources and a day of respite for Atlanta’s homeless veterans population. To read more click here. More info

I saw a 66 year old new patient last week who had noticed blood in his urine intermittently for the past 3 months. He was first treated for a possible urinary tract infection with antibiotics. However, the bleeding got worse despite antibiotics, and he was referred to a Urologist who then diagnosed him with bladder […]

The 3rd annual Stand Up for Stand Down toiletry drive for Georgia’s homeless Veterans, sponsored by the metro area Pilot International Clubs, Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Northside Hospital, will take place July 4 through Sept. 5, 2014. The drive collects a variety of much-needed toiletry and personal care items to fill “comfort bags” for […]

Every year, there are more than 1.6 million new cancer cases in the United States. Also, there are 14.5 million cancer survivors in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. Of these survivors, 64 percent were diagnosed five or more years ago and 40 percent have survived 10 or more years. To read […]

I saw two young men both in their early 30s with new diagnosis of testicular cancer earlier this year. One of them noticed a painless lump in one of his testicles while the other reported a dull ache in his lower abdomen. They both sought attention within few days of experiencing symptoms and have since […]

Top Docs Radio features healthcare providers and professionals sharing their expertise to “Get the Word Out” about a variety of health problems, treatments and community concerns to elevate our community’s well-being. Dr. Bowen was invited to talk about her specific the points she feels are important for a patient to be aware of while going through diagnosis […]

Many people enjoy a glass of wine with their dinner. An occasional drink of alcohol in an otherwise healthy person is not harmful. However, did you know that regular consumption of alcohol can increase your risk of breast cancer, liver cancer and oral cancer? The National Cancer Institute recommends that women have no more than […]

By Kathleen Lambert, MD, Georgia Cancer Specialists Your skin is the largest organ in your body, protecting it from injury and infection. Shielding your skin from sun exposure can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer and potentially save your life. According to the American Cancer Society, skin cancer is the most common form of […]

March is National Kidney Cancer Awareness Month. I recently saw a 66 year old gentleman for evaluation of anemia. He had a great appetite, exercised regularly and led an active lifestyle. He denied noticing any blood in his stools, but he recalled noticing a small amount blood in his urine that had occurred only twice […]

Stephen Durkota RN, BSN In 2000, March was named National Colon Cancer Awareness Month. This month, we at Georgia Cancer Specialists remember our friends, family, and patients affected by this disease. We also honor the strength of the human spirit and the miracle of the moments that make up our lives. National Colon Cancer Awareness […]

As we enter 2014, let us ask ourselves what we can do better this year about our health. Are you keeping up with all the preventive health checks you should have? If you are unsure of what tests you should have, please address this with your family doctor. As an oncologist, I am going to […]

The Northside Hospital Cancer Institute at Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) in Decatur is pleased to announce that Dr. Kathleen Lambert has completed the required specialized training to oversee the treatment of GCS patients on clinical trials. In 2012, GCS affiliated with the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, redefining cancer care. This partnership set a new national […]

Did you know that January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month? Cancer of the uterine cervix is the third most common gynecologic cancer in the United States. The good news about cervical cancer is that it is one of only two cancers which can actually be prevented. To read more, click here. Oncologist Dr. Priya Rudolph, MD of Georgia […]

According to the National Cancer Institute, although pancreatic cancer is rare—with approximately 45,000 cases diagnosed each year in the United States—it is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death in this country. At diagnosis, most patients with pancreatic cancer have advanced disease that has spread, or metastasized, to other parts of the body. Only 2 […]

Thanks to a strong outpouring of support from the community, the 12th annual Totes 2 Tots suitcase drive, sponsored by Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Northside Hospital, was a huge success. More than 3,600 backpacks, suitcases and other bags were donated at GCS offices across Georgia during the Jan. 17 event. GCS partners with Georgia’s […]

The Northside Hospital Cancer Institute is pleased to announce the addition of clinical trials at the Georgia Cancer Specialists clinic in Cumming, bringing increased access to novel cancer treatments close to home. In 2012, Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) affiliated with the Northside Hospital Cancer Institute, redefining cancer care. This partnership set a new national standard […]

As we enter the New Year, let us examine our lifestyles and see if we can do anything to promote better health. We all know that we cannot change genetics. However the good news is that genetics accounts for only approximately 5% or less of all cancers. That is staggering because this means there is […]

Many cancers are curable if detected early. Some cancers can be prevented with vaccines. To date, we have vaccines to prevent two cancers which are caused by viruses. The vaccine against Hepatitis B virus prevents liver cancer, and two vaccines prevent cervical cancer caused by HPV (Human Papilloma Virus). To read more click here. Oncologist Dr.Priya Rudolph, […]

GCS physician, Dr. Jorge Spinolohttps://www.gacancer.com/our-team/physicians/31-jorge-spinolo, was featured in an inspiring story about two sisters diagnosed with breast cancer who are battling together. Click here to watch this story. Atlanta News, Weather, Traffic, and Sports | FOX 5

It was summer of 1991 when my mother was diagnosed with cancer at age 48. It all started as a lump in her neck and after a few tests she was diagnosed with lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph nodes. I had just graduated from medical school. I thought I was all prepared to take […]

As I sat in the room listening to my patient, she told me how she had ignored a cough that she has had since this past summer. Her cancer was found when she had a chest X-ray prior to her gall-bladder surgery. Fortunately for her, the cancer was caught at an early stage and she […]

The 12th annual Totes 2 Tots suitcase drive, sponsored by Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Northside Hospital, will take place Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Twenty-six GCS offices across Georgia – including 19 in Metro Atlanta – will participate in the drive, which delivers new or nearly new backpacks and kid-sized […]

I am frequently asked by my patients, “Doctor, why did I get cancer?” or “Is there anything I can do to prevent breast cancer?” The good news is that yes we can be proactive to decrease risk of developing breast cancer. To read more click here. Oncologist Dr.Priya Rudolph, MD of Georgia Cancer Specialists – a […]

Oncologists Dr. Rudolfo Bordoni, MD, L.Crain Garrot, MD, Gena Volas-Redd, MD, and Lynn Zemsky, MD of Georgia Cancer Specialists – a Top 10 private cancer practice in the U.S. – was featured in the October edition of Canton Family life discussing the state-of-the-art care in your hometown. You can view the full article here.

Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS), in conjunction with The Peachtree Pilot Club of Atlanta, Inc., recently delivered nearly 200 “Comfort Bags” to Atlanta’s homeless veterans. The project was part of the Atlanta VA Medical Center’s annual Stand Down event, which provides health services to homeless veterans in the Atlanta area. GCS staff and patients, along with […]

October is a very special month with Athens going pink as this is such an important topic for women. I recently saw a young woman in her 40s who was just diagnosed with breast cancer. She was visibly nervous about her new diagnosis. I found out that her breast cancer was picked up on a […]

Dr. Kathleen Lambert Joins Georgia Cancer Specialists in Rockdale and Decatur Georgia Cancer Specialists is pleased to welcome Kathleen Lambert, M.D., as the newest physician at its Rockdale and Decatur (Stemmer Building) locations. Board certified in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine, Dr. Lambert joins a team of nationally recognized physicians and other health care […]