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Cancer Center Director Peggy Neese Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Peggy Neese, RN, OCN, was recently awarded the Tri-County YWCA’s Sally Lee Lifetime Achievement Award. Ms. Neese is the director of the Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center.

Advanced Technology Improves Prostate Cancer Treatment
Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) focuses more precisely on cancer cells, resulting in higher success rates and fewer side effects.

For Cancer Patients, Getting Treatment Close to Home is a Priority
Having chemotherapy at Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center allowed patient Beth Brendlinger to stay close to home and family for support.

Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center Receives National Recognition
The Cancer Center received an Outstanding Achievement Award for its advanced technology, community outreach, cancer data management and more.

Advanced Technology Improves Prostate Cancer Treatment
Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) focuses more precisely on cancer cells, resulting in higher success rates and fewer side effects.

Latest Radiation Therapy Offers More Precise Treatment and Fewer Side Effects
Cancer patient Charles McMullin did not want to travel for prostate cancer treatment. He found the latest radiation therapy close to home at PMRCC.

Digital Mammography Now Available at PMMC
Pottstown Memorial Medical Center now has a new digital mammography system that advances the fight against breast cancer

PMMC Opens New HD Endoscopy Unit
The introduction of high-definition technology in a new Endoscopy Unit provides diagnosis and treatment of upper and lower gastrointestinal tract disease, including colon cancer

When Should I have a Colonoscopy?
Find out if you should be screened for colon cancer

Exceptional Cancer Care, Exceptionally Close By
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center (PMRCC) as a Fox Chase Cancer Center Partner.

Radiation Treatment Improves Outcomes and Decreases Side Effects
At Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center, patients with many types of cancer are receiving treatment with intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT)

Targeted Drug Therapies Shrink Tumors and Prolong Survival
Targeted drug therapies are one of the most exciting advances in cancer treatment and they are available at Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center (PMRCC).

What’s Your Risk of Cancer?
Genetic Testing May Provide an Answer

Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center & Fox Chase Cancer: Celebrating 10-Year Partnership of Fighting Cancer
This valuable partnership allows PMRCC to provide access to the most advanced cancer treatments available for local residents, right here at home.

What's Your Risk For Cancer?
Genetic testing may provide an answer

Award-Winning Cancer Care Close to Home
Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center has been recognized for "Outstanding Achievement" by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.

Breast Cancer Patients Have Better Treatment Options
Pottstown Memorial Medical Center enlists all the latest advancements available for the treatment of breast care, according to breast surgeon Edith Behr, MD.

Celebrating the 8th Largest Relay for Life in the World
The American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Pottstown raised $658,562 in 2006, bringing its 10-year total to over $2 million.

Clinical research studies are available for qualified cancer patients
Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center participates in clinical trials to help find new ways to help treat cancer and find new combinations of treatment.

Complementary Therapies Help Patients Heal
Live harp music is among the many complementary therapies offered at Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center that promotes healing through relaxation, mediation and healthy living.

Early Diagnosis and Progressive Treatment are Key to Surviving Lung Cancer
Pottstown Memorial Medical Center is very proactive in the fight against lung cancer. The hospital takes a team approach that brings improved results.

Facing the Facts About Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is striking women at alarmingly high rates. Being informed about the risk factors and symptoms is the best preventive medicine for this disease.

Radiation treatment improves outcomes and decreases side effects
Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center utilizes intensity-modulated radiation treatment, which targets cancer more accurately, improves outcomes and decreases side effects.

Targeted Therapies: Shrink tumors and prolong survival
Patients undergoing treatment for metastatic colorectal cancer have more treatment options due to the availability of new drugs called "targeted therapies."

We're Serious About Fighting Cancer
CEO Steve MacLauchlan discusses the hospital's longstanding support of the Pottstown Relay for Life, as well as its commitment to providing the best cancer care in the region.

PMMC Offers Local Women Valuable Resources in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Breast Care Coordinator

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