Most doctors recommend regular check-ups and cancer screening. The tests that are most widely used to screen for various cancers include mammograms, pap, and HPV (human papillomavirus) tests, colonoscopies and stool tests (high-sensitivity fecal occult blood tests and stool DNA), skin exams, and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood tests. The purpose of these screening tests is to:
Dr. Ortega is truly a unique oncologist here at Sanoviv. I’ve had the pleasure of working near his desk for a few years now, and I often overhear his phone calls with potential cancer patients. I am generally intrigued by his responses to their questions, and now I have my own questions. Besides being very knowledgeable, I also notice his calm and straightforward demeanor. He can put patients at ease, allowing them to make informed decisions about cancer treatment. But, because Dr. Ortega is always so busy, I rarely get a chance just to sit and talk with him. So, I scheduled an appointment to learn more about cancer care at Sanoviv. My visit with him was a learning experience I’m now sharing with you.
Water fitness class in Sanoviv’s clean, chemical-free, salt water pools
Stephanie and her sons