Kristen – Brain Tumor
After an MRI, Kristen was shocked to learn that she had a brain tumor, which had likely been growing for years (Stage II). Immediately, her life became a whirlwind of activity. Just four days after her diagnosis, she had to have emergency surgery to remove half of the tumor and spent 10 days in an inpatient rehab facility.
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Liz – Breast Cancer
When Liz learned she had Stage II B breast cancer, she was in shock. Coming from a science background, Liz wanted to explore her treatment options and thought back to an article she once read about proton therapy. After discussing with her oncologist R12; who told her she was a good candidate due to the cancer’s location near her heart R12; Liz scheduled an appointment at ProCure.
Lung Cancer
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Matt – Prostate Cancer
Matt was treated at ProCure in 2012 for prostate cancer, and for he and his wife, the choice of treatment was clear. They chose proton therapy due to the reduced risk of side effects, something they felt was extremely important as Matt battled prostate cancer.
Neesha A. Rodrigues
Dr. Rodrigues graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass., and received her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Conn. She completed her residency in radiation oncology at the Harvard radiation oncology program. Dr. Rodrigues has received numerous honors and awards including the John Harvard Scholarship for academic achievement of …
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