As surgeons in the emergency room at Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend, the Northwest Surgical Specialists trauma team has seen their fair share of tragedies, including mass shootings. Watch this special report for tips on how you can help save lives if you are ever caught in an active-shooter situation.
The Breast Care Team at Northwest Surgical Specialists was the presenting sponsor of the 2018 Bras for Cause campaign benefitting Oregon Cancer Foundation. This year, 71 individuals, groups and businesses created bras during this colorful fundraiser.
Major advances in diagnostics, surgeries and medical treatments made in breast cancer care are reshaping how doctors and patients approach the myriad challenges.
The Breastcare Team at Northwest Surgical Specialists was proud to sponsor My Breast Friends 5K to support their patient, Kelly Barton. Funds raised helped cancer patients in Lane County through the Oregon Cancer Foundation.
Born overseas, Dr. Winnie Henderson experienced poor healthcare firsthand. "They don't put a lot of money into healthcare," she says, explaining that corruption and poor facilities are huge problems. Yet, ever since her first Mission trip in 2015 with Cascade Medical Team, she's been hooked.
The Breast Care Team at Northwest Surgical Specialists was proud to be the presenting sponsor of the 2017 Bras for Cause Campaign, supporting Lane County cancer patients through Oregon Cancer Foundation (OCF). Our team helped raise more than $79,000 for OCF’s Financial Assistance Program by supporting and participating in this inspiring six-week campaign.
As a member of the Oregon Cancer Alliance, Northwest Surgical Specialists is part of a multidisciplinary team of specialists who work together to help ensure breast cancer patients get the most efficient and strategic care possible.
