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Oral Cancer Survivor Creates Food Guide to Give Others Hope
“I am grateful to share my food recovery journey,” he said. “The effect of talking with people who have said this guide has given them hope, it’s one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.”
Published On: February 21, 2020
Hoag Cancer Patient Goes from “Nervous Talking” to Inspirational
“I feel very lucky,” Virginia said. “Everyone at Hoag was just awesome.”
Published On: August 1, 2019
Hoag Rehabilitation Services Helps Police Offer
The progress from where I was to where I am now, is a huge motivator to keep going.
Published On: May 21, 2019
Four Breast Cancer Diagnoses. Two Rare Genetic Mutations.
Breast surgeon, Dr. Sadia Khan, walked me through every step of the process from the diagnostic work up, to testing with genetic counselors and discussing my surgical options. I love the way she was able to take the medical terms and make them understandable through analogies. She has such positive energy and made me feel more comfortable through this difficult process.
Published On: December 10, 2018
Prostate Cancer Treatment at Hoag Gives Patient a New ‘Calling’
“I had excellent results with everything. There are always potential side effects, like incontinence. I had zero.”
Published On: October 16, 2018
Thyroid Cancer Survivor Receives New Innovative Procedure
“I’m very glad I did this. I couldn’t believe how easy it was, recovery was great, and I have felt amazing ever since.”
Published On: August 31, 2018
From Wreckage to Innovation
“Dr. Demeure is very understanding and knowledgeable. He made me feel better about all of it. And the nurses went above and beyond, and they were so nice and patient. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience."
Published On: August 31, 2018
Hoag Offers the Support and Understanding ‘Previvors’ Need
“Going into a place like this makes me feel loved because they really care, and it gives me that peace of mind that these people understand.”
Published On: July 26, 2018
Hoag Helps Breast Cancer Patient Stay in Control
“I trust Hoag and I trusted Drs. Khan and Savalia. I read up on the work that they do, and based on their experience, I had a lot of comfort going in,” she says.
Published On: May 11, 2018
Hoag Helps Esophageal Cancer Survivor Reignite Taste for Life
As an esophageal cancer survivor, eating and enjoying food had been lost for Sarah for more than a year.
Published On: May 8, 2018