Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers’ Post

David Levine went in for a routine colonoscopy at age 45 and came out with a diagnosis of cancer. He shares his story of how his oncologist, RMCC's Dr. Patrick Eulitt, saved his life and encourages others to get their cancer screenings before it's too late.

Dr. Robert Rifkin spoke with several news outlets on Saturday at the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. Below are some photos with Oncology Learning Network, OncLive, Video Journal of Oncology (VJOncology), AJMC - The American Journal of Managed Care, Healio | HemOnc Today, and SCRIP.

Please help us congratulate Betsy Cabrera, RN at our Centennial clinic, for being a 2023 DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses nominee! Betsy was recognized by one of her patients last year for her exceptional care. Here is what that patient had to say about her: "Betsy is awesome. I've been coming to RMCC for iron deficiency for several years. Every time I am fortunate enough to have Betsy as my nurse it is a wonderful experience. She is always friendly, upbeat, knowledgeable, very kind. She is always concerned about you as a person, not just a patient. She also has one stick and I'm connected. My veins have historically been difficult, but Betsy is a pro and never has an issue. She knows exactly what's being done and what I need. When I walk into the room and see her I'm confident everyone there is being well taken care of by Betsy or one of her capable RNs. She's a pleasure to know and be associated with!"

We are proud to recognize Becca Mudd, RN at our Aurora clinic, for being a 2023 DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses nominee! A patient of Becca's nominated her for this award last year for distinguished care. Here is what the patient had to say about her: "Becca was my first nurse at RMCC, and she immediately made me feel calm. She is super competent, frequently stepping in to help other nurses who are learning or less experienced. During the eight four-hour chemo treatments I've had, I have seen Becca interact with patients who are expressing various emotions. She always responds with calming words and kindness, as well as having a great sense of humor. She is interested in hearing about patients' lives, while still being attentive to her nursing responsibilities. She answers questions well and is careful to observe safety protocols. Her smile is reassuring and she shows complete confidence when doing her work. I'm always so happy when she's in the room, even when she's not assigned to care for me. When she sees me in the building, she remembers me and calls me my nickname."

Did you miss one of our recent presentations for primary care providers? Visit our website below for a recap on men's health in oncology, women's health in oncology, and managing the side effects of your patients on active cancer treatment.

Congratulations to Madeline Heiar, RN at our Denver - Midtown clinic, for being a 2023 DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses recipient! Madeline was nominated last year by a patient who wanted to recognize her for the outstanding care she has provided. Here is what one of her patients had to say about her: "Although Madeline is relatively new to the Midtown RMCC, she has distinguished herself as a nurse I look forward to having for my immunotherapy treatments. She is kind, efficient, and a wonder to behold juggling all of her patients. She made an effort to get to know me as an individual and always remembers to ask me about what has happened in my life since I last saw her. She is skillful at her profession and I can honestly say I never feel the prick from her readying the IV. Other mentions should go to her co-worker, Bailey, who in addition displays the same excellent care that I have come to receive in treating my cancer. Also, the nursing supervisor, Hannah, who always has a kind word. They all feel like family and make my trips to RMCC Midtown something I can look forward to with joy. Having my wife's experiences, who is also in the healthcare industry, allows me to appreciate Madeline even more for her skill and compassion. Thanks for allowing me a forum to express my gratitude for her care."

Join us next Wednesday, April 10, from 12:15-1:00pm MST for a presentation on hematology workups. Our hematologists will discuss workups for anemia, leukocytosis, leukopenia, polycythemia, thrombocytopenia, and thrombocytosis. Participants will earn one COPIC ERS point. Registration is required: bit.ly/RMCC-HemeWorkUp2024

According to John M. Burke, MD, it is hard to imagine that recent results presented in the urothelial cancer space will not lead to the complete replacement of conventional chemotherapy as the standard first-line treatment.

Robert Rifkin, MD, explores outpatient Teclistamab administration for myeloma, prioritizing safety and convenience by preemptively addressing toxicities, aiming to reduce hospitalization.