Women’s Services

Regional One Health offers a full range of treatment options for women struggling with pain and heavy bleeding due to fibroids

Uterine fibroids can cause serious symptoms like back and pelvic pain, heavy periods, anemia and more. At Regional One Health, women have care options including lifestyle counseling, medication and various types of surgery. By making world-class expertise and resources available to patients, our Women's Services team is expanding access to proper care for this common, [...]

2024-11-14T07:36:46-06:00November 14th, 2024|
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“Do your due diligence:” Breast cancer screening is helping Jill Collier protect her health, and she urges other women to do the same

When Jill Collier was diagnosed with a condition that puts her at higher risk for breast cancer, she was grateful to have access to enhanced screening at Regional One Health. As an experienced nursing leader, Collier understands how important it is to know your breast cancer risk and follow through on recommended screening. During Breast [...]

2024-10-29T12:30:27-06:00October 29th, 2024|
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Christine Driskill’s breast cancer diagnosis was a shock – but Dr. Ashley Hendrix helped her navigate treatment with support, knowledge and skill

Christine Driskill's breast cancer diagnosis came as a shock - she was young and healthy, and she knew she was not a carrier of the BRCA "breast cancer gene." She needed an oncologist who could not only provide expert care, but who could help her process her diagnosis and navigate her options. Regional One Health [...]

2024-10-22T07:20:42-06:00October 24th, 2024|
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Your DNA has the power to help you manage your breast cancer risk – learn how!

Genetic testing and counseling can help women understand their hereditary risk of breast cancer - and take action to manage their risk. Patients qualify for genetic testing based on a set of criteria that includes family medical history, personal medical history, and other risk factors. Testing can offer peace of mind, a chance to take [...]

2024-09-17T07:02:50-06:00October 9th, 2024|
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Ask the Experts: What can I do to manage my risk from breast cancer?

Is it possible to minimize your risk from breast cancer? According to a leading expert, the answer is yes! Dr. Ashley Hendrix, a breast surgical oncologist with Regional One Health Cancer Care, says women can take steps to manage their risk, catch breast cancer early, and seek appropriate treatment if they are diagnosed. During [...]

2024-10-01T07:36:38-06:00October 1st, 2024|
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Ovarian cancer can be hard to detect early, but medical advances have brought new tools for prevention and treatment

There is no effective routine screening for ovarian cancer and symptoms of the disease can be vague, which means delayed diagnosis is far too common. Dr. John Schorge, a renowned gynecologic oncologist at Regional One Health, said there are still ways women can protect their health. During September's Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Schorge hosted [...]

2024-09-17T10:56:12-06:00September 24th, 2024|
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Breastfeeding can help reduce your risk of breast cancer – here’s what you need to know!

Studies show breastfeeding has a link to reducing a woman's lifetime risk of developing breast cancer. Dr. Ashley Hendrix, a Breast Surgical Oncologist at Regional One Health Cancer Care, said breastfeeding can cause the body to be exposed to less estrogen, which lowers cancer risk. It can also prompt women to develop other protective behaviors, [...]

2024-08-06T08:31:57-06:00August 13th, 2024|
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