Caretaker Perspective: Kaitlyn Kosten

Caretaker Perspective: Kaitlyn Kosten In honor of Mother’s Day, we would like to feature a caretaker perspective, written by the 15 year-old daughter of a patient, Tricia Kosten. Kaitlyn Kosten is a freshman at North Forsyth High School, enjoys the drumline in the marching band and hopes to pursue a career in engineering. We hope […]

Evidence Update: Water Exercise and Lymphedema

A recent study examined the effect of water versus land exercise in improving lymphedema. Eighty-eight eligible patients with secondary lymphedema after breast or gynecological cancer participated in this controlled clinical intervention study. Patients participated in either a water-based or land-based exercise program. Researchers measured subject’s arm volume, as well as BMI, function, well-being and body image. In patients […]

Patient Perspective: Alana Ramirez

Patient Perspective: Alana Ramirez My cancer journey started in October of 2015 when I heard the words no one wants or expects to hear.  After my yearly mammogram, I was called back for a second set of pictures followed by a Core Biopsy confirming DCIS in my right breast. The Radiology Doctor reviewed the pathology […]