#OntheBlog | In the United States, uterine cancer is the most common gynecologic cancer and fourth most common cancer in women. In 2020, over 65,000 new cases will be diagnosed and over 12,000 women will die from uterine cancer. Dr. Tara Castellano, an LSU Gynecologic Oncologist at University Medical Center, discusses the importance of early evaluation and detection of uterine cancer. https://bit.ly/330dJ1t
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Uterine Cancer: Early evaluation and detection increases survival rate
Construction for our new parking garage is coming along nicely. #umcno #neworleans
On Saturday, September 26 there will be National Seat Check Saturday events across Louisiana from 9 am to noon. Please read the event details for a list of all nine of the different locations hosting seat checks.
Learn more about our Sudden Impact Program at University Medical Center by visiting umcno.org/injuryprevention or call 504.702.2264, 504.702.2295, or 504.702.2296.
SAT, SEP 26
Free child safety seat installation
SAT, SEP 26
Free child safety seat installation
We’re always here to take care of you. Learn how we do this at University Medical Center by viewing our programs and services at umcno.org/programs-services.
The Hurricane Warning has downgraded to a Tropical Storm Warning in #NewOrleans. A Flash Flood Watch has been cancelled for our area as Sally tracks east.
We will be operating under normal conditions today. Patient visitation will be from 10 am to 6 pm. Find the latest updates at umcno.org.
#BreastCancer Facts: Did you know that YOU can be the best expert on your breast? If you feel something abnormal speak with your physician as soon as possible. Learn more at umcno.org/survivor.
#BreastCancer Facts: Did you know that 40% of diagnosed breast cancers are detected by women who feel a lump? Creating a schedule for when you do a self breast exam is important. Learn more by visiting umcno.org/survivor.
Our entire supply chain team of professionals are always working hard, but these last few months they have been working even harder to make sure that we are able to effectively run as a hospital by ensuring we have the items we need such as N95’s, medical devices, and code carts. Supply Chain professionals play a pivotal support role in providing excellent, patient-centered care. We appreciate everything our Supply Chain Heroes do here at University Medical Center. Happy Healthcare Supply Chain Week!
#OntheBlog | Breast Cancer remains one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in women across the United States, only second to skin cancer. Dr. Brooke Morrell, an LSU Radiologist at University Medical Center, discusses the process of a breast cancer screening and how to properly read your mammography report. https://bit.ly/3jNpnTq
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Understanding a breast cancer screening and your mammography report
Early after her diagnosis, Catrina's doctor said something to her which would change the course of her breast cancer journey.
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We are carefully monitoring #HurricaneZeta. Our outpatient clinics will close at noon today. If you were scheduled for an appointment this afternoon our team will contact you to reschedule. Patient visitation hours will end at noon today. Walgreen's Pharmacy will close at 11 am today.
Find the latest updates at umcno.org.
We are closely monitoring #HurricaneZeta which will be entering the Gulf of Mexico overnight. At this time we are currently operating under normal conditions. Find the latest updates at umcno.org
#OntheBlog | When it comes to breast cancer, knowing your risks can help you make the healthiest choices possible and detect problems early. Dr. Shawn McKinney, Director of Breast Services at University Medical Center, discusses how a risk assessment can determine if you are average risk or high risk. https://bit.ly/34osBHW
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Breast cancer risk: Know your status
#OntheBlog | Radiation therapy may be used to treat breast cancer at almost every stage. It is an effective way to reduce your risk of breast cancer recurring after surgery. Dr. Jill Vincent, an LSU Radiation Oncologist at University Medical Center, discusses why and how breast cancer radiation treatment is done. https://bit.ly/2Tb9E4U
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Facts about breast cancer radiation treatment
Parking garage update! Grade beams are currently being poured. #construction #umcno #growing
#BreastCancer Facts: Did you know that you do not need to squeeze your nipples when you do a breast exam? umcno.org/survivor
