Now the world’s most advanced cancer treatment capabilities can be found right here in your community at Virginia Cancer Specialists.
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Our practice offers a dedicated team of Medical Oncologists, Hematologists, Oncology Nurses, Oncology Pharmacists, a Research Department and a world-class Laboratory…all under one roof, working together on your behalf.
If you're currently receiving radiation therapy, it's important to take care of your skin. Here are some tips for taking extra care during the summer months:
Skin cancer is the most common, and most preventable, type of cancer. So how can you protect you and your family? Here are 10 tips to keep in mind as you finish out the summer.
This year, Virginia Cancer Specialists celebrates its 50th anniversary and we’re celebrating more than our practice history—we’re celebrating you, our patients! As we look back on our 50-year legacy of compassionate care, we’re highlighting a few of our patients as they share their stories and words of encouragement. We hope you enjoy reading about their journeys and find them as inspiring as we do. Read about Trisha Schreiber's story here:
Receiving a Leukemia Diagnosis as a New Mother I gave birth to my second daughter in September 2019. My older daughter was two at the time, so when I notic
David C Weintritt, MD, FACS and the Old Town Alexandria Breast Surgery Team had a successful Open House Celebration for the new office located at 277 S. Washington St., Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22314
To help raise money for cancer patients and their families Virginia Cancer Specialists participated in the ZERO Strong Prostate Cancer Run/Walk Saturday, June, 17th 2023
This past Monday, we joined the National Breast Center for Swing to Bust Cancer - along with David Weintritt, MD, FACS to raise funds to support patients, and families within our local community who need assistance in screening, diagnosis and treatment for Breast Cancer.
https://www.virginiacancerspecialists.com/cancer-nutrition-and-you/
The food label can be your friend when navigating your diet during cancer treatment, and even eating to prevent cancer. For instance, when managing your weight (increased weight is a risk factor for developing cancer), calories are very important and watching added sugars can help keep calories down. During cancer treatment, you may be told to monitor your fiber intake if you develop constipation or diarrhea. Additionally, sometimes treatment causes anemia and it’s important to keep tabs on iron. Your dietitian can help you know what YOU specifically are looking to eat more or less of. By: Shelley Maniscalco – Registered Dietitian. Learn More...
The food label can be your friend when navigating your diet during cancer treatment, and even eating to prevent cancer.
Happy National Nurses Week! Virginia Cancer Specialists wants to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to all nurses for their high quality, compassion and dedication to patient care.
Medical Laboratory Professionals Week is (April 23rd – 29th) - it is an annual celebration to highlight and show appreciation for laboratory professionals. Please take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate our dedicated Lab team for providing compassionate, patient and family-centered care for everyone who walks through our doors.
Sincerely, Charles K**i, MS, Manager, Laboratory Services
National Healthcare Decisions Day is Sunday, April 16, 2023.
Virginia Cancer Specialists recognizes the importance of talking with patients and families about their goals of care. Completing advance directives is an important task in ensuring that those that you love and trust are aware of your treatment preferences, should you be unable to make those decisions. Having a conversation about your goals of care and documenting this will guide your appointed decision maker in helping you receive that care that you need/prefer.
1. Pick your person to be your health care decision maker
2. Think about what you would want if you became seriously ill
3. Talk about what matters most to you
For more information on National Healthcare Decisions Day and additional resources:
The Conversation Project: https://theconversationproject.org/nhdd/
The Virginia State Bar: https://www.vsb.org/site/public/healthcare-decisions-day
The VCS Palliative Medicine physicians are a great resource for discussing your treatment plan, goals of care, and advance directives. The VCS social workers are available to begin the conversation about advance directives and how to complete necessary forms. We can address issues such as how to choose a health care agent, how to talk to your doctor, and how to discuss this with family/friends. Tracy Tierney, LCSW, OSW-C, can be reached at (703) 208-9383 or [email protected]. Won Cho, BSW can be reached at (703) 208-9389 or [email protected]. Your oncologist and other team members can refer you to our palliative care providers and social work team.
While there are early-detection screening tests for prostate cancer and breast cancer, there is still no early screening test for lung cancer. Yet, people fighting lung cancer like Virginia Cancer Specialists Patients Chuck, a 60-year smoker, and Barbara who quit smoking over 40 years ago, both have gained fresh hope through participating in clinical trials. Learn how precision medicine is making a difference in treating lung cancer by helping to create inhibitors to stop the cancer growth. View this story on PBS Medical Stories here -
While there are early-detection screening tests for prostate cancer and breast cancer, there is still no early screening test for lung cancer. Yet, people fighting lung cancer like Virginia Cancer Specialists Patients Chuck, a 60-year smoker, and Barbara who quit smoking over 40 years ago, both have...
Virginia Cancer Specialists 50th Anniversary Open House
Who is invited: Our Physician Partners and Colleagues.
RSVP’s can be registered by emailing: [email protected]
We would like to take this opportunity to invite our Physician Partners to our 50th Anniversary Open House on Wednesday April 12, 2023, 5-8 PM at our comprehensive Cancer Center in Fairfax, VA. Come meet our physicians and tour our state-of-the-art facility and research center. Learn about every level of cancer care located right here in your community.
Our facility offers patients:
- Access to Clinical Trials, including Phase I – the largest portfolio of its kind in the mid-atlantic region.
- Highly-rated physicians and surgeons in our community
State-of-the-art technology, labs, and on-site pharmacy
- Multidisciplinary team approach
- Highly specialized medical oncology, hematology, radiation therapy, breast surgery, thoracic surgery, musculoskeletal tumor surgery, genetic counseling, palliative medicine, research and more.
Enjoy music by award winning harpist Megan Davis.
Meet our physicians, tour the center, and enjoy some hospitality. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. The facility is located at:
8613 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA, 22031
RSVP’s can be registered by emailing: [email protected]
Sincerely, the Physicians at Virginia Cancer Specialists
March has been designated National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month - Amidst an arguably stagnant therapeutic landscape in colorectal cancer, a rare breakthrough was made for colorectal cancer patients harboring a KRAS mutation, available at Virginia Cancer Specialists. Learn More... Chao Yin, MD, Medical Oncologist, Virginia Cancer Specialists
Amidst an arguably stagnant therapeutic landscape in colorectal cancer, a rare breakthrough was made for colorectal cancer patients harboring a KRAS mutation, available at Virginia Cancer Specialists. According to the SEER cancer database, colorectal cancer is currently the fourth most common type o...
Virginia Cancer Specialists is pleased to announce its physicians that have been named 2023 Top Doctors by Northern Virginia Magazine. Northern Virginia Magazine specializes in covering the lifestyle and top-rated businesses and healthcare in the Northern Virginia area. ‘Top Doctor’ selection is an unbiased process where physicians are chosen by their peers.
Virginia Cancer Specialists is pleased to announce its physicians that have been named as Top Doctors by Northern Virginia Magazine’s 2023 Top Doctor’s Issue. Northern Virginia Magazine specializes in covering the lifestyle and top-rated businesses and healthcare in the Northern Virginia area. ....
This year, Virginia Cancer Specialists celebrates its 50th anniversary and we’re celebrating more than our practice history—we’re celebrating you, our patients! As we look back on our 50-year legacy of compassionate care, we’re highlighting a few of our patients as they share their stories and words of encouragement. We hope you enjoy reading about their journeys and find them as inspiring as we do.
Facing the Fear of Cancer Treatment I was diagnosed with HER-2 positive breast cancer in November 2021. I had my regular mammogram, which led to a biopsy. I was initially diagnosed at stage 0, but after surgery, I was diagnosed at stage 1. My mother died from uterine cancer in 2014, and my aunt also...
Radiopharmaceutical Treatment Provides Hope for Prostate Cancer Patients - With this new treatment, we’re seeing significant improvement in progression-free survival. Patients are living longer and better, usually with no significant side effects. I’m thrilled that Virginia Cancer Specialists is able to provide this option for patients in our community.”
Dr. Gregory Sibley, MD, Radiation Oncology, Virginia Cancer Specialists
James McKinney has been battling prostate cancer for over eight years. After receiving chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and participating in clinical trials, he felt his options for treatment were becoming limited. But a new targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy has been a game changer. “I just fee...
Join our Team! Virginia Cancer Specialist is hosting a Career Fair on February 16th from 2 – 7 PM. We offer a variety of exciting career opportunities. The following competitive benefits are available to qualifying employees: medical, dental, vision and life insurance; paid time off; short- and long-term disability; flexible spending accounts, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement.
We are Hiring Healthcare Heroes!! Career Fair at Virginia Cancer Specialists Join Us on February 16th from 2–7 PM 8613 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22031
This year, Virginia Cancer Specialists celebrates its 50th anniversary and we’re celebrating more than our practice history—we’re celebrating you, our patients! As we look back on our 50-year legacy of compassionate care, we’re highlighting a few of our patients as they share their stories and words of encouragement. We hope you enjoy reading about their journeys and find them as inspiring as we do.
Facing Choices After Diagnosis My journey with breast cancer started with a lump I found during a routine self-check. I went to my gynecologist who sent me for a mammogram and a biopsy which confirmed it was cancer. My gynecologist recommended breast surgeons, and that’s how I found Dr. Vargas. Wh...
Don’t forget to register for this event! Mindfulness Monday workshops.
The Mindfulness Monday Workshops, led by Casey Nelson, BSW, will guide patients through exploring different mindfulness techniques and coping strategies to utilize when enduring significant lifestyle changes due to a cancer diagnosis. The workshops will take place with a focus on utilizing Mindfulne...
Welcome Isabelle Le, MD, Medical Oncologist, to our Arlington Office. Dr. Le has a strong focus in the treatment and management of breast cancer.
Happy Holidays! Our team hopes you all have a joyful, safe, and healthy holiday!
In order to ensure safe travel for our staff and patients, we will be closing all VCS offices today, December 23rd at 3 pm. Our patients have been notified of the change and rescheduled where appropriate.
In order to ensure safe travel for our staff and patients we will be closing all offices tomorrow, December 23rd at 3 pm. Patients have been notified of the change and rescheduled where appropriate.
Our Cancer Center in Fairfax had a Festive Holiday Door Decorating Contest!
1st Prize – Snow Globe – Thoracic Surgery
2nd Prize – Glove Tree – Lab
3rd Prize – Grinch Tree – Front Desk
There were also a few honorable mentions:
Most Traditional with a Twist – Radiation
Most Humorous – Research
Most Clever – Palliative Care
Most Thoughtful – Breast Surgery
We are honored to welcome Isabelle Le, MD, Medical Oncologist, to Virginia Cancer Specialists - Arlington Office. As a medical oncologist, Dr. Le specializes in the treatment and management of breast cancer. She is board-certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Le is enthusiastic about serving the community in Northern Virginia. To schedule an appointment: 571.350.8400
We are honored to welcome David Weintritt, MD, FACS, to the Virginia Cancer Specialists Alexandria Old Town Office. Dr. Weintritt is a board-certified Breast Surgeon. He focuses on breast cancer and is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive care available. He firmly believes that every patient is unique and deserves a treatment plan tailored to their specific needs. Please call: 571.366.5792
Starting January 2023 - Mindfulness Monday Workshops: These workshops, led by Casey Nelson, BSW, will guide patients through exploring different mindfulness techniques and coping strategies to utilize when enduring significant lifestyle changes due to a cancer diagnosis. The workshops will take place with a focus on utilizing Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approaches. Learn More...
https://virginiacancerspecialists.com/mindfulness-monday-workshops/
The Mindfulness Monday Workshops, led by Casey Nelson, BSW, will guide patients through exploring different mindfulness techniques and coping strategies to utilize when enduring significant lifestyle changes due to a cancer diagnosis. The workshops will take place with a focus on utilizing Mindfulne...
Virginia Cancer Specialists hosted its 14th Annual Shine A Light On Lung Cancer Event. We joined more than 200 cities across the nation welcoming lung cancer patients and caregivers in a supportive and special event. We honor and celebrate those affected by lung cancer and recognize the medical advances, challenges, and hope. This annual event brings our lung cancer community together in celebration, remembrance and support - Sandeep J. Khandhar, MD, FACS , Gregory Sibley, MD and Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, FACP were presenters.
This year, Virginia Cancer Specialists celebrates its 50th anniversary and we’re celebrating more than our practice history—we’re celebrating you, our patients! As we look back on our 50-year legacy of compassionate care, we’re highlighting a few of our patients as they share their stories and words of encouragement. We hope you enjoy reading about their journeys and find them as inspiring as we do.
https://virginiacancerspecialists.com/patient_story/jeffery-sapp/
Finding a Diagnosis I am a former Navy All-American football player and have worked as a consultant and motivational speaker for students, adults, and business professionals. I was living and working in Saudi Arabia when I began to feel extremely fatigued. On a normal day, I would usually go to meet...
If you are currently receiving treatment for your cancer, you may be experiencing some fatigue. Cancer.net has 8 tips for coping with cancer-related fatigue:
https://www.cancer.net/blog/2017-01/8-ways-cope-with-cancer-related-fatigue
Fatigue is a common side effect of cancer and its treatment. These 8 tips can help you manage it.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Do you need to be screened for lung cancer? Here are the guidelines:
Wonderful night at the 2022 Sarcoma Support Dinner with Dr. Felafsa Wodajo and Dr. Gregory Sibley. Thank you to all our amazing patients that came.
Happy Thanksgiving! We hope everyone has a safe and healthy holiday. Most of all, we are most thankful for the patients and families we serve. Tell us what you're cooking in the comments!
Congratulations to the Virginia Cancer Specialists Physicians who were nominated for the Washingtonian magazine Top Doctors List for 2022
Congratulations to the Virginia Cancer Specialists Physicians who were nominated for the Washingtonian magazine Top Doctors List for 2022 Virginia Cancer Specialists 2022 Harold Agbahiwe, MD Stephanie R. Akbari, MD, FACS Ivan Aksentijevich, MD Christina Brzezniak, DO Robert J. Christie, MD Ajay Dar,...
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month - Receiving a lung cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, and you may have questions about your options and what comes next. Fortunately, there is hope through the many recent advances made in lung cancer treatment. Learn more here...
Receiving a lung cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, and you may have questions about your options and what comes next. Fortunately, there is hope through the many recent advances made in lung cancer treatment. “The number of therapies approved to treat lung cancer has dramatically increased in ...
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month - If you don’t smoke, you’ve eliminated one of the biggest risk factors for developing lung cancer. But in the United States, about 10% to 20% of lung cancer diagnoses happen in people who have never smoked or have smoked fewer than 100 ci******es in their lifetime. Being aware of the risk factors can help you know when to seek testing.
Virginia Cancer Specialists has earned the prestigious Accreditation Program for Excellence (APEx) distinction from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO).
The Radiation Oncology Office at Virginia Cancer Specialists, 8613 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22031, has been awarded a four-year term as an APEx-accredited facility. This award is a result of our ongoing commitment to superb patient care complimented by excellence. APEx is an accreditation program promoting evidence-backed systems, processes, and policies that support quality improvement in radiation oncology practices. See the full story here…
Virginia Cancer Specialists has earned the prestigious Accreditation Program for Excellence (APEx) distinction from the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). The Radiation Oncology Office at Virginia Cancer Specialists, 8613 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22031, has been awarded a four-year ter...
Virginia Cancer Specialists participated in the 7th Annual Walk to Bust Cancer this past weekend. Our very own David Weintritt, MD, FACS hosted this event with the National Breast Center Foundation. To donate please see here: https://nationalbreastcenterfoundation.org/news-events/walk-to-bust-cancer.html
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - As with many cancers, breast cancer has both genetic and lifestyle components. However, sometimes, it’s difficult to tell what’s true and not true, as it relates to preventing and surviving breast cancer, as well as what to do or not do. By: Shelley Maniscalco, Registered Dietitian Learn More Here...
As with many cancers, breast cancer has both genetic and lifestyle components. However, sometimes, it’s difficult to tell what’s true and not true as it relates to preventing and surviving breast cancer, as well as what to do or not do. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the following ar...
Virginia Cancer Specialists updated their website address.
Virginia Cancer Specialists updated their phone number.
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