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Cancer Care At Phelps—Advanced Technology And Compassionate Care, Close To Home
Colon cancer is preventable, treatable, and beatable.
Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health, is at the forefront of innovation in cancer care, using advanced technology, testing, and treatments. Colorectal cancer, unlike other cancers, is preventable if detected early. However, only 63% of patients over age 50 had some form of screening like a colonoscopy or Cologuard testing. We are prepared and eager to beat those statistics in our community here at Phelps with our multidisciplinary and individualized approach.
Don’t delay visiting your doctor if you’re experiencing unexplained symptoms.
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Urgent Surgeries Are Minimally Invasive But Maximally Effective At NWH
Undergoing surgery can be a difficult and stressful process, even with proper preparation. So when patients need to have sudden, emergency procedures, the surgeons at Northern Westchester Hospital are trained to act quickly, yet thoughtfully.
"My approach to surgery is to be as minimally invasive as possible," said Dr. Anna Aronova, an acute care surgeon at Northern Westchester Hospital. "I like to perform robotic surgery because it affords the patient an easier recovery, smaller incision, and less pain post-operatively."
Although not appropriate for every case, minimally invasive, rob…
