Over the last two decades, oncology treatment has transitioned from a system based on monetary value evaluated to values mainly derived from a patient’s perspective. The new Oncology Care Model (OCM) was envisioned in 2016 to streamline practices according to…

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 6, 2019 — Verdi Oncology, Inc., an oncology practice and clinical research management company, announced today it has launched Verdi Cancer and Research Center of Texas. The center, led by Dr. Jivesh Sharma and Dr. Amy Cripps, will provide high-quality…

Liver Cancer Liver cancer comes in many different forms, the most common being hepatocellular carcinoma. In this type, two things can happen: A single tumor may grow in the liver and increase in size over time, or small tumors may…

Physical therapy can improve your overall health while recovering from cancer. It offers important benefits for patients who experience difficulties that result from cancer-related treatments. Additionally, it helps to ease the emotional turmoil caused by the inevitable waves of fear…

“Cancer.” It’s the word we hope we’ll never hear our doctor say. But, if this is your new reality, know that there are many things that you can do to not only better cope with your diagnosis, but aid in…

Living with Cancer: Emotional Health If you’re feeling a wide range of emotions after receiving a cancer diagnosis, you’re definitely not alone. There are mental highs and lows that come alongside every aspect of your treatment, and so being prepared…

Living with Cancer: Physical Health In addition to maintaining your mental and emotional health after receiving a cancer diagnosis [link to Emotional Health post], you will also want to maintain a healthy physical lifestyle. Depending on your specific situation, this…

It’s the word that every person who is battling cancer wants to hear their doctor say — remission. But what does remission mean? Are you cured? Could the cancer still come back? Let’s walk step-by-step through these questions and unpack…

If you or someone you know has recently been diagnosed with cancer, you may find joining a cancer support group to be beneficial for your journey. Support groups are designed to connect you with others who are dealing with similar…