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Colorectal Surgery

Colorectal Cancer Awareness for Those Under 45

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Regular screening recommendations start at age 45, but some people may need the screening sooner. People under 50 now make up about 15% of colorectal cancer cases. In this DocTalk video, Brandon Teng, MD, with Valley's Gastroenterology Clinic discusses what might be contributing to the rise in colorectal...

Endocrine Surgery

Enlarged Glands, Too Many Hormones, and Nodules: When Surgery May be Needed for Thyroid, Adrenal, or Parathyroid Conditions

A DocTalk video with Nicole Zern, MD, Endocrine Surgeon The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs that produce hormones. Hormones control and coordinate your body's metabolism, energy level, reproduction, growth, development, and responses to injury, stress and environment factors. When issues arise within the endocrine system,...

General Surgery

Valley Cancer Services Deemed “An Excellent Accredited Cancer Program” by Commission on Cancer

We are excited to announce that Valley's Cancer Services program successfully achieved three-year re-accreditation status from the Commission on Cancer (CoC).  We were found to be compliant in all 36 standards.  In the words of the CoC, “This is an excellent accredited cancer program that is dedicated to addressing the burden of cancer in...

Joint & Spine

Tender, Swollen Joints? Evaluating and Treating Early May Prevent Long-Term Debilitating Damage

There’s a misconception that inflammatory conditions affect mostly older patients, but they often impact much younger people—in their 20s and 30s. By catching inflammation of the joints early, rheumatology providers can help people save their joints and keep productive lives. A range of advanced treatments, including ultrasound-guided injections an...

Neurosurgery

What is Neurosurgery? FAQs Answered

August is Neurosurgery Awareness Month. Here are some common questions and answers about neurosurgery at Valley's Neuroscience Institute. What is Neurosurgery?Neurosurgery is a medical specialty that focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Patients include both adults and children. Surgeries can involve...

Robotic Surgery

Janette’s Story: Gynecologic Cancer Care at Valley

Janette's story highlights her cancer care experience at Valley, where she was diagnosed with endometrial cancer after noticing abnormal postmenopausal bleeding. Under the care of Ron Swensen, MD, gynecologic oncologist at Valley’s Oncology & Hematology Clinic, she underwent a minimally-invasive robotic surgery to have a hysterectomy. Grateful...

Vascular Surgery

I’m a Vascular Surgeon: Here’s My Best Advice for Preventing Varicose Veins and How I Treat Them

In just five-minutes, Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon John “Jack” McCallum, MD, shares his top three tips for preventing varicose veins, what the symptoms are and how to treat them. Find out when varicose veins cross the line from just being cosmetic to a condition that should be medically treated. Watch the video and read the transcript below, w...