Center for Breast Care at Brown Surgical Associates

💙 💙's Dr. Gray did a great job in this The Newport Daily News article detailing why colorectal cancer screening is vital in reversing a disturbing trend.

45 is the new 50: Newport Hospital’s guide to colorectal cancer screening With an estimated 153,000 new cases in 2023, colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States.

Great job by Brown Surgical Associates's Dr. James Valente in skillfully detailing what women need to know about hernias, how to prevent them, and how our surgeons can help you find relief.

Hernias in Women: Risk Factors, Symptoms and Prevention | Lifespan Hernias in women are often misdiagnosed as other gynecological concerns. Know the signs of hernias and the importance of early detection.

If you experience a change in 💩 bowel habits, blood in your stool, or abdominal aches and pains - It could be a sign of colorectal cancer. DO NOT IGNORE IT assuming you're too young. Thank you to Barbara Morse WJAR, NBC 10 WJAR, and Brown Surgical Associates' Dr. Klipfel and his patient Kim for helping get this important message out.

Colorectal cancer rates decrease in older adults, but increase in younger population When it comes to colorectal cancer rates, there's some good and some bad news.

Brown Surgical Associates's Center for Breast Care at Brown Surgical Associates's Dr. Doreen Wiggins will be one of the presenters during neuroyoganyc's Neuroscience and Yoga Online Conference. Her session will be available for 24 hours starting at 6 p.m. tonight (3/14). Dr. Wiggins - who is a yoga instructor in addition to an esteemed surgeon - will review the unique connection of yoga to cancer survivorship, including the role of yoga in stress reduction, lymphedema prevention, and improving overall quality of life. She then leads a restorative yin yoga class. To participate in Dr. Wiggins' session or any of the other segments, head to https://www.neuroyoganyc.com/

This month we are raising awareness for colorectal cancer. Early detection is critical to saving lives and there are steps you can take to reduce your risk. Here are some things we can control⬇️

Colon Cancer Risk Factors: Things We Can Control | Lifespan What are colorectal cancer risk factors and which ones can we control?

Happy Women’s Day! Every woman is a unique gift to the world.

If you've made attaining or maintaining a healthy weight a priority, you might find yourself reaching a weight loss plateau which can be incredibly frustrating. Learn the causes of a weight loss plateau and how to break it⬇️

How to Get Through Weight Loss Plateaus and Regain | Lifespan Weight loss plateaus, and maybe even some regain, happen to almost everyone on a healthy weight journey.

All Brown Surgical Associates locations are closed today (2/19/24) in observance of as the country honors the legacy of the nation's past leaders.

For 30 years, Hasbro Children's Hospital has been providing world-class care to the children of Rhode Island and beyond. Our surgeons and the entire staff at Brown Surgical Associates are proud to be affiliated with such an outstanding institution.

It should go without saying, but we truly ❤️ our patients.

Due to the impending storm, all Brown Surgical Associates offices will be closed on Tuesday (2/13/24) and plan to reopen for normal business hours on Wednesday. If you have an appointment scheduled for tomorrow, our office will call you to reschedule. Stay safe!

This month we're celebrating a history of pride, perseverance and purpose.

Early detection is the best way to beat cancer. If you're due for a check-up or screening, get it on the books!

CRNAs: The unsung heroes of patient comfort. Happy National CRNA Week!

Honoring the dream and celebrating the legacy.

We're wishing you a 2024 that's happy and healthy! Don't forget to call and get those health screenings on the calendar.

Hoping your Christmas is wrapped in happiness!

Meet Dr. Tassinari! She is the associate director of the Lifespan Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Clinic at Newport Hospital. When not at work, she says she is like an Uber driver for her kids - shuttling them between various activities!

As you gather with your family and friends this Thanksgiving, enjoy and be safe!

Genetics plays a big role in a lot of diseases, including cancer. Thanksgiving, when everyone is gathered together, is the perfect time to discuss your family's health history.

Share Gratitude and Family Health History | Lifespan Sharing gratitude and a meal with family over the Thanksgiving table is also a great time to share family health history.

Meet Dr. Wiggins. She is the founder of the Center for Obstetrics & Gynecology in Providence. When she is not at work, she can be found trying to complete a goal of hiking the 48, 4,000 ft. peaks in New Hampshire with her daughter Jade. So far, they have completed 32 peaks and have 16 to go!

We would like to wish a happy to our talented and dedicated providers. We appreciate all you do for our patients!

In honor of those who served and continue to serve this country, including some of our very own here at Brown Surgical Associates, happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

Meet Dr. MacCallum - a vascular surgeon here at BSA! She's native New Englander, who loves to explore the world and learn new languages. Currently, she is learning to speak Turkish!

Thanks to Studio 10 WJAR and Barbara Morse WJAR for having Center for Breast Care at Brown Surgical Associates's Dr. Wiggins and Brown Physicians, Inc.'s Dr. Amy Maselli on last week to discuss reconstruction. Your treatment isn't just about the tumor.

Brown Physicians meet with Barbara Morse to talk Breast Cancer Awareness Month and reconstruction October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and NBC10 WJAR’s Barbara Morse is sitting down with Dr. Amy Maselli, an Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at Brown

The goal of a cancer survivorship program is to address the physical, psychosocial and economic issues that come with cancer including treatment side effects, anxiety, financial strains and much more. Learn more about cancer survivorship and where you can find help.

Surviving Breast Cancer | Lifespan Survivorship for women diagnosed with breast cancer starts at the day of diagnosis and a survivorship program can help with many aspects of living with cancer

Healthy food choices and year-round physical activity are key to maintaining a healthy weight. Your diet does not need to be perfect every day; making small, healthy changes gradually will help you achieve your goal. Here are some healthy food and meal choices for breast cancer survivors. https://www.lifespan.org/centers-services/breast-cancer-multidisciplinary-clinic/healthy-way-eat