GCS Physician Dr. Al Soltan Reports on This Year’s American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting
The 52nd American Society of Hematology annual meeting was held in Orlando, Florida, December 4-7, 2010. The meeting included more than 4,000 new abstracts discussing various aspects of benign and malignant hematologic disorders, as well as basic scientific research with promise for future clinical application. Among the highlights of the meeting were the top six […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists to Sponsor Ninth Annual Totes 2 Tots Suitcase Drive for Foster Children
GCS Partners with WSB-TV, DFCS to Collect Bags at 22 GCS Locations
GCS Physician Dr. Aaron Alizadeh Featured on Fox 5 to Address New Warning Labels on Cigarette Packages, Surgeon General Report on Tobacco
Dr. Aaron Alizadeh was featured on Atlanta’s Fox 5 news live on Thursday, December 9, to discuss the potential changes to cigarette packaging as well as a recent study about the impact of a single puff of cigarette smoke. In an effort to discourage Americans from smoking, the FDA has proposed placing graphic images of […]
GCS Physician Dr. Jay Shares Tips on Breast Cancer Prevention, Risk Factors, Screening on WRFG 89.3 FM’s
Georgia Cancer Specialists physician Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah (Dr. Jay) visited the WRFG 89.3 FM station at the end of October to discuss breast cancer prevention, risk factors, screening options, and advancements in research and treatment. Dr. Jay, who names breast cancer treatment among her special interests, appeared on the “Health Issues Today” program. This dedication […]
GCS Macon Coliseum, Milledgeville, and Hawkinsville Physicians and Employees Raised Funds, Educated Community During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The physicians and staff at the GCS-Macon Coliseum, GCS-Milledgeville, and GCS-Hawkinsville offices fully embraced the task of raising funds and awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. In addition to participating in Macon’s annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, GCS was represented by Dr. Raj Gupta’s attendance at the Survivors in Pink […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Hosts 7 Doctoberfest Events Across State
330 Local Physicians, Nurses, and Administrators Attended Festivities Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS)—a Top 10 private cancer practice in the U.S.—recently hosted its annual Doctoberfest open house celebrations and networking events for medical professionals at seven GCS offices all over Georgia. More than 330 people attended collectively. Dr. J. Bancroft Lesesne, president and interim CEO of […]
GCS Physician Dr. Jennifer L. Jones Served as Featured Speaker at “Healthy Woman” Event
Georgia Cancer Specialists physician Dr. Jennifer L. Jones gave a talk on the importance of mammograms, early detection, and treatment of breast cancer to a group of about 200 people on September 17. The event, called “Healthy Woman,” took place in Blue Ridge. With a special interest in women’s health, this subject is something Dr. […]
Milledgeville Cancer Survivor Dedicates Memoir to the Women at Georgia Cancer Specialists
GCS Doctors and Staff Honored in Book Bless You, Sister, I’ll be Prayin’ for You That Features Stories of 45 Women Diagnosed with Cancer Georgia Cancer Specialists doctors, nurses, and support staff at the GCS-Milledgeville and GCS-Macon Coliseum offices were honored by the dedication of a new book, Bless You, Sister, I’ll be Prayin’ for […]
Patient of GCS Physician Dr. Jay Shares Testimonial in The Atlanta Voice
Sherri Banks received a “whole person” approach to cancer care from GCS physician Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah (Dr. Jay) in 2006, and Banks wrote about her experience with Dr. Jay and GCS in The Atlanta Voice’s October 15-21 issue. Banks, a breast cancer survivor, speaks highly of Dr. Jay in the article, writing that the physician […]
GCS Physician Dr. Victoria L. Afshani Nominated for Best Doctor by Lake Oconee Living Magazine
Readers of Lake Oconee Living magazine recently nominated GCS physician Dr. Victoria L. Afshani as a “Best Doctor” in the Greensboro area. Dr. Afshani practices at the GCS-Lake Oconee (1000 Cowles Clinic Way, Magnolia Building, Greensboro; 706-454-0159) and GCS-Eastside (1800 Tree Lane, Suite 180, Snellville; 770-979-4177) offices. Lake Oconee Living, a quarterly publication based in […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Teams Up With Golf Fore the Girls Tournament to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Awareness
Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS)—a Top 10 private cancer practice in the U.S.—was the platinum sponsor for the Golf Fore the Girls tournament, which raises money and support toward the fight against breast cancer. The event, held September 28 at The Georgia Club in Statham, Ga., raised funds for the Athens Regional Breast Health Center and […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Physician Dr. Gena Volas-Redd Participates in Breast Cancer Awareness Event
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) physician Dr. Gena Volas-Redd participated in the 2nd Annual Breast Health and Cancer Awareness Day at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Conference Center in Canton on Saturday, October 2. The event was free and open to the public, and featured several presentations and lectures from renowned […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Participates in Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk for Second Consecutive Year
Staff from Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS)—a Top 10 private cancer practice in the U.S.—formed a team to participate in the 2010 Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk Thursday, September 16, at Turner Field. The race was GCS’ most recent addition to their long-term wellness strategy, aimed at keeping employees aware of their health and focused on staying […]
GCS Physician Dr. Deepti Munjal and Nurse Tamara Ibison Named “Best of the Best” by Douglas County Residents
Dr. Munjal Named Best Physician, Ibison Named Best Nurse GCS physician Dr. Deepti Munjal and GCS nurse and office manager Tamara Ibison were recently named “Best of the Best” healthcare providers by the residents of Douglas County in the “Best of Douglas County” edition of the Douglas County Sentinal. Georgia Cancer Specialists is a Top […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Welcomes Dr. Ursula Reusch to its Hawkinsville and Macon-Coliseum Offices
Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) — a Top 10 private cancer practice in the U.S. — continues to grow and expand its services with the addition of Dr. Ursula Reusch to its Hawkinsville (214 Perry Hwy; 478-783-4022) and Macon-Coliseum (308 Coliseum Drive, Suite 120; 478-745-6130) offices. GCS now has 44 physicians and 29 offices. “We are […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Names New President and Interim CEO
Dr. Bruce A. Feinberg Resigns to Join Cardinal Health; Dr. J. Bancroft Lesesne to Lead Practice Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) has named Dr. J. Bancroft Lesesne president and interim CEO following the resignation of Dr. Bruce A. Feinberg from the positions. Dr. Cheryl Jones has been named vice president, filling Dr. Lesesne’s vacant position. Remaining […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Welcomes Dr. Nirav Dhruva to Athens Office
Dr. Dhruva Excited to Return to the Classic City Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS)—a Top 10 private cancer practice in the U.S.—continues to grow and expand its services with the addition of Dr. Nirav Dhruva to its Athens office (1000 Hawthorne Avenue, Suite J; 706-369-4478). GCS now has 44 physicians and 29 offices. “We are excited […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Welcomes Dr. Kevin Peacock to its Rockdale Office
Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) — the largest private medical oncology/hematology practice in the Southeast — continues to grow and expand its services with the addition of Dr. Kevin Peacock to its Rockdale office (1501 Milstead Road, Suite 110; 770-760-9949). GCS now has 43 physicians and 30 offices. “We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Peacock to the […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Featured in Atlanta Journal-Constitution Life After Cancer Story
Erika Baube, Manager of Wellness Services, and Kimberly Auriemma, Midlevel Provider, Interviewed for Story Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) was recently featured in an Atlanta Journal-Constitution story about life after cancer. Erika Baube, Manager of Wellness Services, and Kimberly Auriemma, Midlevel Provider, were both interviewed for the piece. The story featured post-treatment programs, including GCS’s Survivorship […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists President and CEO Dr. Bruce Feinberg Featured in Atlanta Hospital News and on MD News Atlanta’s Web Site in Editorial Piece About Elimination of CMS Physician Advisory Panel
Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) president and CEO Dr. Bruce Feinberg was recently featured in Atlanta Hospital News and on MD News Atlanta’s web site discussing his concerns over the elimination of the Medicare Practicing Physicians Advisory Panel. To view the article in Atlanta Hospital News click here. It is on page 19. To view the article […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Physician Dr. Janice Galleshaw Featured in Major Atlanta Media for Being Named Top Doctor for Medical Oncology by Atlanta Magazine
Media Includes AJC, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Alpharetta Revue & News, Forsyth Herald, and Johns Creek Herald Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) physician Dr. Janice Galleshaw was recently featured in major Atlanta media outlets for being named a Top Doctor by Atlanta magazine for medical oncology. Dr. Galleshaw was featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Alpharetta Revue & […]
Four Georgia Cancer Specialists Medical Professionals Contribute to Atlanta Medicine Magazine’s Spring 2010 Issue
Drs. Nishan Fernando and Rodolfo Bordoni Author Articles About Current Cancer Issues, Dr. Mansoor Saleh Serves as Guest Editor Jennifer Webster, M.N., R.N., AOCN Contributes Article About Cancer Nursing Care Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) physicians Drs. Nishan Fernando, Rodolfo Bordoni, and Mansoor Saleh, and nurse Jennifer Webster, M.N., R.N., AOCN, recently contributed articles to the […]
Dr. Bruce Feinberg Featured on Atlanta NPR Affiliate WABE 90.1 FM
Dr. Feinberg Interviewed Regarding Skin Cancer Prevention Dr. Bruce Feinberg, president and CEO of Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS), was recently featured on Atlanta NPR affiliate WABE 90.1 FM’s “All Things Considered” in a piece about skin cancer prevention. The story by reporter Rose Scott aired the afternoon of Wednesday, June 16. GCS is the largest […]
GCS COO Dr. Wendy Lenz Presents Luggage Sets to Foster Care College Grads at Celebration of Excellence in Honor of Totes 2 Tots Suitcase Drive
Georgia Cancer Specialists Joins Governor Perdue, Singer Ne-Yo, Atlanta Falcon Jonathan Babineaux, and Keynote Speaker Victoria Rowell in Recognizing Graduates The Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) recently hosted the 2010 Celebration of Excellence in honor of the educational achievements of youth in Georgia’s foster care system. More than 1,000 people attended the event […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Testing Novel Oral Lung Cancer Drug Aimed at Non-smokers With Lung Cancer Who Have Specific Genetic Mutation
Recently Discovered EML4-ALK Mutation Believed to be Responsible for More Than 15 Percent of Lung Cancers in Non-smokers Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) continues to be at the forefront of cancer research. GCS—the largest private medical oncology/hematology practice in the Southeast—is the only site in Georgia offering the clinical trial with an oral drug agent aimed […]
Dr. Janice Galleshaw Named Top Doctor for Medical Oncology by Atlanta Magazine
Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) physician Dr. Janice Galleshaw was recently named a Top Doctor in Atlanta Magazine’s June 2010 Top Doctors issue. Dr. Galleshaw practices at the GCS Northside office in Sandy Springs (1100 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 600; 404-256-4777) and the GCS Alpharetta office (3330 Preston Ridge; 678-566-6995). GCS is the largest private medical […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Employees Giving Back to Community in Innovative Ways
Georgia Cancer Specialists’s Magic Mondays Bring Assistance, Cheer to Cancer Patients, and Benefit Causes Such as Magic of Life Foundation, United Service Organizations Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) has undertaken an initiative to support patients and deserving organizations by creating a unique program that gives employees an easy way to perform uplifting acts of generosity. The […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Nutritionists Bonnie Dixon and Bethany Smith Featured in Major Atlanta Media for Achieving Certification as Specialists in Oncology Nutrition
Media Includes Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Atlanta Hospital News, Marietta Daily Journal Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) employees Bonnie Dixon, RD, LD and Bethany Smith, RD, LD were recently featured in major Atlanta media outlets for achieving board certification as specialists in oncology nutrition. They are two of only seven registered dietitians in Georgia with […]
Drs. Bruce Feinberg and Mansoor Saleh Featured on WSB-AM’s “Perspectives” Program
Drs. Bruce Feinberg and Mansoor Saleh of Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) were recently interviewed on WSB-AM’s community service show, “Perspectives,” by host Condace Pressley. The interview aired Sunday morning, March 21 at 6 a.m. It was also broadcast on B98.5 FM and 97.1 FM The River. GCS is the largest private medical oncology/hematology practice in […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Physician Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah Chairs First Annual Cancer Genetics Seminar
Seminar Educated Healthcare Providers About Hereditary Cancer Testing Georgia Cancer Specialists physician Dr. Jayanthi Srinivasiah (Dr. Jay) recently served as chair and moderator of DeKalb Medical’s first annual Cancer Genetics Seminar. The seminar was offered as a response to the growing need for hereditary cancer testing and aimed to educate healthcare providers on how to […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Goes Green
Green Initiative Saves 395 Trees, 8,840 Gallons of Oil, and 162,838 Gallons of Water Annually Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) has gone green! In the spirit of making Georgia a cleaner place to live, the largest private medical oncology/hematology practice in the Southeast has begun recycling documents at 30 of its offices. In 2009, these efforts […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Physicians Serve as Main Resource for Atlanta Medicine Magazine’s Winter 2010 ”Treating Cancer” Issue
Drs. Bruce Feinberg, Janice Galleshaw, Wendy Hawke Lenz, and Mansoor Saleh Author Articles About Current Cancer Issues, Dr. Saleh Served as Guest Editor Georgia Cancer Specialists physicians Drs. Bruce Feinberg, Janice Galleshaw, Wendy Hawke Lenz, and Mansoor Saleh recently contributed articles to the Winter 2010 issue of Atlanta Medicine Magazine, the journal of the Medical Association of […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Relocates Lithonia Office to Larger, State-of-the-Art Building
Dr. Celia Mamby, Dr. Simbo Aduloju to Continue Seeing Patients in Lithonia at New Hillandale Office Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) – the largest private medical oncology/hematology practice in the Southeast – continues to grow and expand its services with the relocation of its Hillandale office in Lithonia to a larger, state-of-the-art building across from DeKalb […]
Become a Fan of GCS on Facebook and receive a free copy of Colon Cancer Answers
Georgia Cancer Specialists is giving away free copies of the book “Colon Cancer Answers” in March to new fans of GCS on Facebook. Click here to sign up and receive your copy while supplies last. “Colon Cancer Answers,” written by Dr. Bruce Feinberg, helps patients understand and fight their disease. Dr. Feinberg is also the author of […]
GCS Gets a New Look!
Logo enhancement to lead new brand identity Georgia Cancer Specialists is getting a fresh new look just in time for spring. Designed by Scott Sanders, Creative Director of the GCS marketing team at Lenz, Inc., the new look is an evolution of the existing logo with fresh graphics, a new typeface, and bright colors that […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Employees Walk to the Moon
GCS Employees Collectively Walk More Than 238,855 Miles as Part of Company-wide Health Initiative Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) employees have walked, run, swam, hiked, and skied to the moon! Less than a year ago, roughly 400 GCS employees were challenged to collectively walk the 238,855 miles from the earth to the moon in honor of […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists Nutritionists Bonnie Dixon and Bethany Smith Receive Board Certification as Specialists in Oncology Nutrition
Dixon and Smith Are Two of Only Seven Certified Oncology Dieticians in Georgia Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) employees Bonnie Dixon, RD, LD and Bethany Smith, RD, LD have recently achieved board certification as specialists in oncology nutrition. They are two of only seven registered dietitians in Georgia with this certification. Dixon and Smith may now […]
Georgia Cancer Specialists and Atlanta Oncology Associates Collect More than 4,000 Bags in Eighth Annual Totes 2 Tots Suitcase Drive for Foster Children
GCS and AOA Partner with WSB-TV to Collect Bags at 23 GCS Locations Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and Atlanta Oncology Associates (AOA) collected more than 4,000 bags in the eighth annual Totes 2 Tots suitcase drive for foster children. The event took place Friday, January 15 at 23 GCS offices around the state. Five of […]
