In The News
Jolie brave, but also generous
The word “brave” has been used many times in the week since Angelina Jolie disclosed she underwent a preventive mastectomy, and it was fearless declaration. But the word that first pops into to my mind about the actress’s decision to go public is “generous.” By alerting the world to her decision, Jolie has given … Read More
Implanted 'bracelet' helps treat chronic heartburn
A tiny magnetic bracelet implanted at the base of the throat is greatly improving life for some people with chronic heartburn who need more help than medicine can give them. It’s a novel way to treat severe acid reflux, which plagues millions of Americans and can raise their risk for more serious health problems. It happens … Read More
Everything Gives You Cancer
Put that muffin down! And that cup of coffee! Are you joking with all that…that…food? Are you trying to kill yourself? Anybody who has ever read anything knows that baked goods, processed foods, animal fats, carbs and even certain vegetables will give you cancer. They will. Science says so. Same holds true for expensive … Read More
100 Hospitals & Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs
Becker’s Hospital Review has named Hoag Family Cancer Institute one of the “100 Hospitals and Health Systems With Great Oncology Programs.” Hoag is the only Orange County program to have received this designation, alongside nationally recognized oncology programs such as Cleveland Clinic and John Hopkins. Read the full article here.
Preferred Treatment for Patients with Metastatic Melanoma
For more than 20 years, Interleukin-2 (IL2) was the preferred treatment for medically fit metastatic melanoma patients, but recently two new agents were approved for stage IV disease. Click here to read the journal article.
Dr. Greg Angstreich explains the signs of melanoma.
Most melanomas develop as superficial tumors which grow along the skin surface. To help differentiate a melanoma from a benign, pigmented skin lesion, we use the acronym ABCDE. A – Asymmetry: Look for growths in which one half doesn’t match the other half. B – Borders: Look for irregular borders with edges … Read More
Treatment Options for Kidney Tumors
Kidney cancer is the seventh most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S., with a lifetime risk of 1.5 percent, according to the National Cancer Institute. Radiologic studies can lead to early detection of kidney tumors,and when diagnosed and treated at an early stage, kidney cancer has a high cure rate. Kidney cancer can be treated … Read More
Breaking Away from Dependence on Nicotine/Smoking
Nicotine dependence is the most common form of chemical dependence in the United States, and is just as addictive as heroin, cocaine or alcohol. It is a chronic condition that often requires repeated interventions, but effective treatment exists. According to the American Lung Association, smoking contributes to approximately 90 percent of lung cancer deaths nationwide, … Read More
Comprehensive lung cancer care
For more than a decade, Hoag Family Cancer Institute has been the number one provider of lung cancer treatment for Orange County residents. With a multidisciplinary approach that includes prevention, early detection, the use of promising new therapies, and extensive supportive care, Hoag’s comprehensive Lung Cancer Program provides patients with every diagnostic and therapeutic advantage. Hoag’s Lung … Read More
Hoag Cancer Institute Receives National Achievement Award From Commission on Cancer of The American College of Surgeons
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 Newport Beach, Calif. – The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons has granted its Outstanding Achievement Award to Hoag Family Cancer Institute as a result of surveys performed during 2010. Hoag is one of a select group of 90 currently accredited and newly accredited cancer programs across the … Read More