10/13/2024
Meet An’gele Grant, a 57-year-old native New Orleanian, mother of two sons and grandmother to four grandkids.
In honor of in October, the New Orleans Saints selected Ochsner patient An’gele to ring the “Gameday Bell” on Sunday, Oct. 13, before kickoff at the Saints’ home game.
In April 2021, An’gele was diagnosed with DCIS Stage 0 breast cancer at Ochsner Health. For a year after diagnosis, An’gele continued life as normal, not thinking anything of a stage 0 diagnosis. In March 2023, she went back to the doctor for a follow-up and learned her breast cancer was Stage 3 and had spread to her lymph nodes.
“The news was overwhelming,” An’gele said. “But with a great team of doctors and nurses, they walked me through what my treatment journey would look like.”
An’gele began treatment immediately, undergoing four rounds of chemotherapy, surgery and 23 sessions of radiation. In February 2024, she began receiving immunotherapy, and on Aug. 29, 2024, she rang the bell declaring she was cancer-free.
“An’gele exudes joy and lifts up those around her,” Caitlin Taylor, MD, said. “It has been an honor to care for her, and we’re thrilled that she can now add breast cancer survivor to her long list of amazing qualities.”
“This journey has made me stronger in my faith, but it’s also allowed me to share with others the importance of seeking care immediately,” An’gele said. “And also having a care team that will be with you every step of your journey.”
We’re proud of you, An’gele, and honored to share this milestone moment with you!
Learn more about cancer screenings at Ochsner Health here: https://www.ochsner.org/services/cancer-care/cancer-screenings.