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Judy Howell, smiling while sitting in her living room

Judy Howell, a breast cancer survivor and patient at Baylor Medicine, shares her experience with breast reconstruction surgery.

A display of three light-pink cloth ribbons. Each is looped at the top and folded over itself in the traditional breast cancer ribbon style. The three ribbons sit on a darker pink surface. The middle ribbon is larger, and the ones on either side are smaller.

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Breast Cancer Early Detection: How and Why

October 5, 2022 Breast Cancer, Dan L Duncan Comprehensive Cancer Center, early detection

“The earlier we can catch a cancer, the better the chance we have to beat it,” says Dr. Alastair Thompson, professor and section chief of breast surgery in Baylor’s division of surgical oncology.

Taylor Vickers, physician assistant, stands inside a clinic, dressed in scrubs and leaning against medical equipment.

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All about Advanced Practice Providers in the Department of Surgery

September 28, 2022 advanced practice providers, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

As part of National APP week we highlight advanced practice providers, medical professionals who work in tandem with a supervising doctor.

Holly Clayton, PA-C, sits in front of a computer while talking on the phone

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Celebrating advanced practice providers week

September 26, 2022 advanced practice providers, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery celebrates advanced practice providers during National APP Week, Sept. 26 to 30.

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New study shows highly processed foods increase risk for colon cancer

September 7, 2022 Colon Cancer, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

A study published month showed eating highly processed foods like hot dogs, soda and french fries lead to a greater risk of colon cancer.

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Six weight loss surgery benefits besides weight loss

August 31, 2022 bariatric, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, weight loss surgery

When you hear of weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery, you probably think of those incredible before and after photos. And yes, this surgery is

A person wearing jeans and a sweater is doubled over in pain, clutching their stomach.

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Abdominal Bulging: Diastasis Recti or Hernia?

August 24, 2022 diastasis recti, hernia, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

Heather West breaks down the difference between hernia and diastasis recti, two reasons for abdominal bulging and discomfort.

A person with their shirt pulled away from their neck as they massage a scar near the collarbone.

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How to Improve the Appearance of Scars During Healing

June 8, 2022 Adult Plastic Surgery, Departments of Surgery, scar

Personal intervention techniques during the first six weeks can improve the visual appearance of a scar while it forms.

A patient sitting at their kitchen table in front of a laptop. On the laptop, a doctor discusses hernia and hernia repair via a webcam telehealth appointment.

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Abdominal Wall Hernias and How Telemedicine is Streamlining the Path to Hernia Repair

May 11, 2022 hernia repair, Telehealth, Telemedicine

The Baylor Medicine Hernia Center aims to close that gap between hernia diagnosis and surgical repair with telemedicine visits.

The words "colon cancer" spelled out in Scrabble tiles

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Screenings are the key to preventing colorectal cancer

April 7, 2022 Colon Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Division of Surgical Oncology

Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil shares insights about colorectal cancer symptoms, treatments and the life-saving importance of screening.