Associate Professor of Oncology, Department of Surgical Oncology
While no one wants to think about the big “C” word when faced with an unknown medical ailment, it’s important for patients with abnormalities of the liver to rule out cancer. Prompt, accurate diagnosis is the first step to any successful treatment. As a surgeon at Roswell Park, I see all too often missed or delayed diagnosis of a rare type of cancer that forms in the bile ducts, called cholangiocarcinoma.
Gastroenterologist and Assistant Professor of Oncology, Department of Surgical Oncology
Many people are hesitant about undergoing endoscopic procedures, but a little understanding can go a long way in easing their fears. These types of tests are common and play a very important role in diagnosing and treating multiple types of health conditions and cancers within the gastrointestinal tract.
