News and Events
New to Cancer Care Northwest, but to fighting cancer.
CCNW is pleased to welcome five new oncologists to our practice. Click here to read about the new additions to our team of talented, board cerified and fellowship-trained oncologists.
Improving Gynecologic Oncology Outcomes
Traditionally, gynecologic cancer surgical procedures have involved open surgeries with large incisions and difficult recoveries for patients. Dr. Elizabeth Grosen ellaborates on how gynecologists at Cancer Care Northwest utilize the minimally invasive da Vinci Surgical System to treat multiple types of cancer and risk reduction procedures to improved outcomes for patients. Click here to read more.
Cancer Survivor Runs for Her Life
Carol Dellinger, CCNW patient and breast cancer survior, was featured in the Spokesman-Review for her commitment to run 30 miles during Spokane's Relay for Life event. Read the full article about Carol's battle with cancer and why she still runs.
Susan G. Komen Grant
Cancer Care Northwest Foundation recieved a $20,000 grant from Susan G. Komen Eastern Washington Affiliate to fund a Breast Cancer Education and Support Program that will be offered to women to educate them about all aspects of breast cancer beginning in Fall 2010. To learn more about the program and how to enroll in classes, click here.
Relay for Life 2010
The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is a life-changing event that gives communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones and fight back against the disease. CCNW is a sponsor for the Spokane Relay for Life event and is organizing a team to participate in the walk. Click here to learn how to join the CCNW team or to find more information about Relay for Life.
Susan G. Komen: Race for the Cure 2010
CCNW not only talks the talk, we walk the walk. We are proud to be a supporter of Susan G. Komen in our community! Read about our accomplishments as a team.
The Power of Temporary Seed Implants
Treatment outcomes for prostate cancer have improved in the past few decades, because patients have benefited from medical advances such as permanent seed brachytherapy. Dr. Wayne Lamoreaux discusses how leading-edge cancer treatment facilities are now looking to an even more advanced version of treatment. Click here to read more about the temporary high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy.
Dr. Carey Highlight
Colleen Carey, MD, joined Cancer Care Northwest in January and is focusing on caring for patients working in collaboration with her specialized oncology colleagues. Click here to read more about Dr. Carey and her contributions to the advancement of cancer care .
Transplanting the Gift of Health
Dr. Kaya is the program director of The Inland Northwest Myeloma/Lymphoma and Transplant Program at Cancer Care Northwest. He's performed 45+ transplants since initiating the program, and has touched many lives locally. Read more about the program.
Welcome Dr. Thumma, MD
Cancer Care Northwest is pleased to announce they have hired Saritha C. Thumma, MD, as a Medical Oncologist. Read more...
Join Cancer Care Northwest's Race for the Cure team, Pink Power!
Race for the Cure 2010 will be on April 18th, 2010. We are trying to recruit as many physcians, nurses, staff members, patients and caregivers as possible. To learn more information on the event or how to register click here. To view our team t-shirts, click here.
Radiation Therapy: An Effective Weapon in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Every breast cancer survivor has a story—one filled with fear, hope and courage. While these survivors have many things in common, from the heart-wrenching diagnoses, to receiving some combination of chemotherapy, surgery or radiation therapy – none of their stories are exactly the same. Read Holly's Story featured in NW Woman magazine...
Life-saving surgery performed in Spokane featured on Grey's Anatomy
Dr. Holbrook and one of his star patients, Catherine “Kitty” Kane, were featured on KXLY. They discussed the HIPEC procedure that is exclusively performed by Dr. Holbrook. Read more...
Experienced Endocrinologist Joins CCNW
Cancer Care Northwest is pleased to announce they have hired Colleen Carey, MD, as an Endocrinologist. Read more...
FREE! Wireless Internet Access for Patients and Their Families Now at All Sites
Patients may now access the Internet from their personal laptops or other wireless devices by connecting to the “CCNW-Guest” Wi-Fi network, no passwords or usernames are required. Read more...
Cancer Care Northwest Offering “Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy” and More Precise Radiation Delivery with On-Board Imaging Technology
Targeted radiation therapy is now even more precise with new radiation technology available at Cancer Care Northwest’s North office. Read more...
Reactions growing over mammogram recommendations
Reactions continue to pour in over a contentious recommendation from a government task force which recommended that women don't need to get mammograms until they're 50-years-old. Read more...
Welcome Kevin A. Weeks, DO
Cancer Care Northwest is pleased to announce they have hired Kevin A. Weeks, DO, as a Medical Oncologist and Hematologist. Read more...
Do Clinical Pathways Improve the Value of Cancer Care?
Through its Foundations of Quality program, CCNW has undertaken many quality initiatives and received bonus payments from Premera in return. One of the initiatives is the implementation of clinical pathways for CCNW patients. Read more...
2nd Annual Inland Northwest Myeloma/Lymphoma and Transplant Program Picnic
On August 23, Dr. Kaya had the opportunity to recognize individuals who have undergone an autologous stem cell transplant in the past year.
Cancer Care Northwest Expands North Office Services
Cancer Care Northwest has added doctors to its North Side clinic and has begun offering additional services there, along with completing a remodeling of the facility and purchasing new equipment, says Jean Galovin, the clinic manager.
Ndegwa M. Njuguna, MD joins CCNW
Cancer Care Northwest is pleased to announce they have hired Ndegwa M. Njuguna, MD...
CCNW Donates X-Ray Machine to Clinic in Fiji
The X-ray machine, previously housed at the North office...
Life is Good, Treat it Well:
Cancer Care Northwest’s First Annual Cancer Awareness Health Fair
The best defense against cancer is prevention and education. Arm yourself with the latest cancer prevention, detection, treatment and healing information at Cancer Care Northwest’s First Annual Cancer Awareness Health Fair. (click for more information)