Happy National Mammography Day! 🩷 Behind every mammogram is a team dedicated to your health! Today, we’re celebrating the breast imaging teams at Wellspring Breast Care Center, Women’s Imaging at Upstate Specialty Services at Harrison Center, and the @UpstateMammoVan.

What does lung cancer surgery involve, and what does recovery look like?   Following news of Pope Leo’s lung cancer diagnosis, Upstate thoracic surgeon Dr. Michael Archer explains the reported cancer type, surgery, post-op care and typical recovery time.

Call in For Cancer is on Thur, 10/15, & YOU can help 💙 Make a gift to support cancer care at Upstate Cancer Center. 📢Spread the word by sharing this post with friends and family. Call 315-464-5500 between 5 AM - 6:30 PM on 10/15, or donate online at fundraise.givesmart.com/form…

Having trouble with memory or focus after cancer treatment? You’re not alone. Our Cancer & Cognition Educational Support Group starts next Monday, Oct 19! There’s still time to register for this free, 6-week virtual group. 📞 Call (315) 464-3516 to register.

Looking for a FT healthcare role with weekends off? Join our team at Upstate Cancer Center at Oswego Hem/Onc! We’re hiring a Medical Assistant to support our patient care team with clinical, laboratory, & clerical work. Ready to join us? Apply today ➡️careers.upstate.edu/jobs/med…

Please join us in congratulating Lisa Lai, MD, & Anna Shapiro, MD, named co-directors of our Breast Cancer Program. Together, they bring surgical and radiation oncology expertise and a shared commitment to comprehensive, personalized care. Learn more ➡️ upstate.edu/news/articles/20…

🎻 A little music, and a lot of joy… This afternoon, we had the special treat of hosting Noemi Miloradovic and William Ford-Smith from The Syracuse Orchestra’s Healing Harmonies program for a beautiful violin and viola duet in our atrium.

Heading to an infusion appointment? Don’t forget to pack a few things to make your time a little more comfortable!   Victoria Brown, RN, shares some of her favorite things to bring.   And don’t worry about packing everything… we have snacks & drinks, too! 😉

Behind every breast cancer patient is a team working together to provide expert care & support. From diagnosis through survivorship, our multidisciplinary team is here every step of the way. 🩷 Explore our Breast Cancer Awareness Month resources➡️upstate.edu/media/breast-can…

First chemo treatment coming up? We’ve got you.💙   Taylor Caves, RN, walks you through what to expect during your first chemotherapy treatment. Watch for some helpful information to help you feel little more prepared for the day.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and a great time to make your breast health a priority. The @UpstateMammoVan is making it easier to get screened close to home. 🩷 To make an appt, call 315-464-2588 and select option 3 or submit a request at upstate.edu/noexcuses.

Radiation Oncologist Katie Schumacher, MD, recently attended ASTRO 2026 in Boston, where she presented her research on reduced-margin radiotherapy for young children with brain tumors. Way to represent Upstate, Dr. Schumacher! 💙

This month, we’re recognizing Breast Cancer and Liver Cancer Awareness Month, two opportunities to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and recognize the patients, families, caregivers, researchers, and care teams who make a difference every day.

Join us SAT, 10/3, for Walk With A Doc featuring Anna Shapiro, MD, Dept Vice Chief of Rad Onc & Breast Cancer Program Co-Director. Dr. Shapiro will share tips on lowering your breast cancer risk and understanding screening guidelines - all while getting some steps in!👟

Free parking. Free coffee and fountain drinks. Great team. 💙 Our Oswego Hematology/Oncology team is looking for a new APP to join the crew! 👀 Learn more & apply here ➡️ careers.upstate.edu/jobs/osw…

4 things every woman should know about gynecologic cancer risk. 💜 Dr. Mary Cunningham, Director of Gynecologic Oncology, shares four simple but important reminders, including what to know about Pap smears, family history and bleeding after menopause.

About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Risk increases with age and is higher for African American men, men with a family history of prostate cancer, and those with certain inherited genetic changes. Learn more: upstate.edu/cancer/cancer-ca…