Why One Young Mother Choose A Double Mastectomy After DCIS Diagnosis

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - July 1, 2019 - Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Breast Cancer Surgery

One of our beloved patients was recently featured in the Citizen Tribune about her experience with DCIS breast cancer. The information in this blog post was gathered from that article:

Whitney Danehy McGowen was 33 years old when she went for a regular checkup with her obstetrician in the late fall of 2017. She mentioned a slight change in her left breast and her obstetrician, while not overly concerned, suggested it was a good reason to get a baseline mammogram since she had a family history of breast cancer.

First Immunotherapy Regimen for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Approved By FDA

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - June 12, 2019 - Breast Cancer Research, Breast Cancer Treatment

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recently granted its first approval to an immunotherapy regimen for Triple Negative Breast Cancer, which is significant because Triple Negative Breast Cancer tumors are generally high-grade, aggressive, and typically more likely to spread and recur.

Clearing Up Confusion Over Recent Mammography Guidelines

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - May 16, 2019 - Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Cancer Survival

Hands down and without a doubt, mammograms are the best way to detect breast cancer early. Mammograms save lives, and so it’s crucial for every woman to know when she should be having them, and how frequently.

Low Dose Tamoxifen Reduces Risk Of Recurrence For Some Breast Cancers

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - May 3, 2019 - Breast Cancer Research, Breast Cancer Treatment

For women diagnosed with hormone-receptor-positive DCIS, a new study has determined that low dose Tamoxifen after surgery reduced the risk of the disease coming back. Low dose tamoxifen also reduced the risk of developing a new invasive breast cancer.

Knowledge Is Power When It Comes To Genetic Testing: WBIR Segment

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - April 24, 2019 - Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Genetic testing

Our Director of Clinical Genetics Service, Imelda G. Margulies, FNP (who is also my beloved wife of 22 years), was featured on WBIR’s Buddy Check 10 series recently. She explained what genetic testing is, how it’s done, and why it’s important.

Can Some Types Of Breast Cancer Be Cured Without Surgery?

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - April 4, 2019 - Breast Cancer Research, Breast Cancer Surgery

Many patients assume that surgery is the first step towards treatment, and this is true in that doctors do typically recommend surgery to remove a tumor for both early-stage invasive breast cancer and DCIS.

New Research Links BRCA2 Breast Cancer Gene With Pancreatic Cancer Risk

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - March 25, 2019 - Breast Cancer Research, Breast Cancer Treatment

According to the American Cancer Society, pancreatic cancer is currently the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., and rates are rising faster than any other cancer in the country. Researchers predict it will become the second deadliest cancer in the U.S. by 2030, second only to lung cancer.

More Hope For PARP Inhibitors In Treating Breast Cancer

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - March 8, 2019 - Breast Cancer Research

We hosted a dinner on PARP Inhibitors recently. PARP Inhibitors are a class of medications that may have benefits in Triple Negative and other Breast Cancers in women with a BRCA mutation. Homologous Recombination Deficiencies are associated with several cancers, including breast cancer, and can be identified in breast cancer tissue itself. Tumors with a homologous recombination deficiency (including BRCA mutations) are described as HRD-positive.

My Latest Certification Will Help Me Deliver The Best Possible Cosmetic Results

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - February 18, 2019 - Breast Cancer Surgery

I am proud to have earned a Certification in Oncoplastic Surgery Education from the School of Oncoplastic Surgery. This is significant for my patients because oncoplastic surgery is considered the most advanced form of breast cancer surgery. It combines surgery to remove the breast cancer with plastic and reconstructive techniques to reshape the breasts for the best possible cosmetic results.

A Special Note Of Gratitude From A Relieved Patient

Posted by Dr. Aaron G. Margulies - February 11, 2019 - Breast Cancer Treatment, Patient Stories

Hello, Margulies office people!

This is just a quick note to thank you all for all the concern, assistance, and care you have given me over the past month. One month ago today I had the biopsy that came back with a Grade 1 cancer result, and today I’m at work with only a couple of scars and a cute little purple binder covering my cancer-free chest. 🙂 I know there is more treatment ahead of me, but I am very grateful to be so quickly and easily to this point. I can only pray that the rest of the process will be as efficient, straightforward, and reassuring as my experience with your office has been.

During my cancer journey you and Lisa traveled it with me. Words cannot express my appreciation for all that both of you have done. You both have always encouraged, loved and shown compassion with understanding for me.

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Rebecca

“Thank you for your speedy surgery and compassionate care. My family could finally exhale.”

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Emily

You are a very wonderful doctor, very kind and sweet. I want to thank you for praying for me before I had my surgery. You don’t find many doctors like you that believe in prayer, I believe in prayer. May God bless you.

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Heather

“I find it very comforting to have my surgeon pray with me and for me and call me himself to give reports on my condition. Thank you!”

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Mary

“Thank you for the excellent care I received as a patient under our care. I appreciate the kindness, utmost consideration and prompt treatment. I would definitely spread the word to friends and family.”

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