GCS Physicians Attend 2003 ASCO Annual Meeting
Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) physicians Dr. Rodolfo Bordoni, Dr. Pradeep Jolly, Dr. Melvin Moore, and Dr. Mansoor Saleh traveled to Chicago recently to attend the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, held May 31 through June 3 at McCormick Place. Dr. Saleh presented two posters at the meeting and was listed as the co-author of five abstracts. In […]
Physicians, Employees, and Staff Honored at GCS Holiday Party
Georgia Cancer Specialists physicians, employees, and staff were honored for their commitment to excellence at the GCS Holiday Party, held December 13, 2003 at the Crowne Plaza Ravinia in Dunwoody, Georgia. “It was a terrific celebration of the season and our hard-working and talented group of physicians and employees,” said GCS CEO Dr. Bruce Feinberg. “These […]
Drs. Srinivasiah, Galleshaw, and Hawke Appear in Top Docs Issue of Atlanta Woman Magazine
Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah, Dr. Janice Galleshaw, and Dr. Wendy Hawke recently appeared in Atlanta Woman magazine about “Top Women Doctors” in the Atlanta area. Georgia Cancer Specialists’ Drs. Srinivasiah and Galleshaw accounted for two of only three women physicians singled out as “Top Docs” in the field of hematology/oncology in the March/April 2003 publication. GCS Chief Operations Officer, Dr. Wendy […]
New Colorectal Cancer Drug Succeeds in Clinical Trial
Georgia Cancer Specialists Was First in Georgia to Offer Patients Access to Trial A new cancer drug that works by blocking tumors’ access to oxygen and nutrients has been found to prolong the lives of patients with colorectal cancer. Doctors say the success of the drug, called Avastin, is providing insight into a new approach […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Physicians Recognized as Leaders in Their Field
Drs. Bordoni and Galleshaw Often Chosen To Host Medical Events Georgia Cancer Specialists physicians Dr. Rodolfo Bordoni and Dr. Janice Galleshaw are often recognized as leaders in their field by being chosen to lead important medical events. “We are extremely proud of all our physicians at GCS,” said GCS CEO Dr. Bruce Feinberg. “The selections of Drs. Bordoni and Galleshaw […]
GCS Macon Office Stresses Cancer Prevention at the Cherry Blossom Health Fair
In a continued effort to serve the community’s health needs, the Georgia Cancer Specialists Macon office took part in the Cherry Blossom Health Fair on Saturday, March 22 at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in Macon, Georgia. The medical exposition, part of the International Cherry Blossom Festival, featured free health screenings, exhibits, and giveaways. […]
Dr. Carlos Franco Goes Live Before Millions Across Western Hemisphere on “CNN En Espanol”
If you watch the Spanish version of CNN, you may have seen Georgia Cancer Specialists physician Carlos Franco interviewed live about a recent genetics study that may help researchers understand how cancer cell growth is turned on and off. Dr. Carlos Franco, of the Alpharetta and Northside clinics, has been a frequent guest on CNN En Español, where […]
Rockdale Fiesta Celebrates 15 Years in the Community
In celebration of their 15 years in the community, the Georgia Cancer Specialists Rockdale office hosted a “Fiesta” on April 29 in Conyers, Georgia. The party, thrown in appreciation of all those in Rockdale who have supported GCS during the last 15 years, featured Mexican food and drinks, as well as a Mariachi band. “Rockdale […]
Clinical Trial Looks for Additional Use for Popular Breast Cancer Drug
The Breast Cancer International Research Group (BCIRG) is currently conducting a phase III clinical trial in hopes of discovering an additional effective use for the popular breast cancer drug Herceptin. BCIRG trial # 006 is, for the first time, testing the effectiveness of Herceptin in HER2 positive breast cancer patients in the adjuvant setting. The study is […]
Dr. Jay Featured in Recent M.D. News Cover Story
Georgia Cancer Specialists physician Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah was featured as the cover story in the December 2003 issue of M.D. News Magazine in honor of her outstanding work in the field of oncology. “It’s All in the Genes,” by Helen K. Kelley, discusses how Dr. Jay, as she is known by her patients and colleagues, has made […]
Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah Recognized as “Top Doctor” by Second National Magazine in Seven Months
Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah has been recognized as one of “The Best Doctors for Women—Coast to Coast” in the April issue of Ladies’ Home Journal, a national women’s magazine. The magazine is one of the nation’s 10 largest, with a circulation of 5.1 million readers. Dr. Srinivasiah, who practices at Georgia Cancer Specialists’ DeKalb and Gwinnett clinics, was […]
Dr. Rodolfo Bordoni Chairs GCF Lung Cancer Symposium
Georgia Cancer Specialists physician Dr. Rodolfo Bordoni recently served as chairman of the Lung Cancer Symposium, a medical education program for physicians that included a panel of 11 leading experts in lung cancer care. The conference was sponsored by the Georgia Cancer Foundation (GCF) and held February 15 at the Swissotel in Atlanta. “Dr. Bordoni lead an interesting […]
GCS Physicians Again Appear in AJC Series “The Cancer Gap”
For the third time in as many articles, Georgia Cancer Specialists physicians appeared in an installment of “The Cancer Gap,” an Atlanta Journal-Constitution series examining the current problems and potential solutions facing Georgia cancer care. Drs. Wendy Hawke and Melvin Moore are quoted in “Emory Hotly Pursues Elite Cancer Care Status,” a front-page story written by David Wahlberg. […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Appears in New York Times Article
Georgia Cancer Specialists’ stature as an oncology practice of national importance was recognized by an appearance in The New York Times recently. Georgia Cancer Specialists is the only oncology practice mentioned in the story and Dr. Bruce Feinberg appears in the story as president of Georgia Cancer Specialists. He was interviewed at length on two occasions approximately […]
Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah recognized as “Top Doctor” by Redbook Magazine
Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah has been recognized as one of “America’s Top Doctors” by Redbook Magazine, a national women’s magazine. Dr. Srinivasiah, who practices at Georgia Cancer Specialists’ DeKalb and Gwinnett clinics, was one of 11 doctors recognized in the Atlanta area, and the only medical oncologist. The list focused on physicians who treat women for breast cancer. […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists’s Third Annual “Totes 2 Tots” Suitcase Drive Collects Over 1,000 Bags
WSB-TV and GCS Team Up to Help Georgia’s Foster Children Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) collected over 1,000 backpacks and suitcases during its third annual Totes 2 Tots suitcase drive to benefit Georgia’s foster children. The event was held on Martin Luther King, Junior Day, January 17, at 15 locations throughout the state. The bags will […]
Dr. Weakland Appears In AJC Article “Rebecca’s Story”
A recently published major feature story on a Georgia Cancer Specialists patient of Dr. Laura Weakland’s has generated an outpouring of support for the subject of the article. Titled “Rebecca’s Story,” the September 29 Atlanta Journal-Constitution article featured Atlanta resident Rebecca Simpson, an African American who has been living with breast cancer since last year. The story […]
