Cancer Awareness Resources

CANCER AWARENESS

Cancer is often a topic no one wants to discuss. Yet, it’s important to know who to call for prevention and treament. The below is a list of resources available to Greater New Orleans.

American Cancer Society 800-227-2345 cancer.org We know a cancer diagnosis can be scary – and overwhelming. Whether you need emotional support, the latest cancer information, a ride to chemo, or a place to stay when treatment is far away, we’re here to help – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Family Dermatology Specialists, LLC 3421 N Causeway Blvd., Ste. 202, Metairie 504-832-6612 familydermatologyspecialists.com Family Dermatology Services provides medical, surgery, micrographic surgery and cosmetic dermatology. Our dermatologists treat a wide range of medical conditions and are trained to diagnose many conditions that present similar symptoms and appearances. While many skin conditions have similarities, each of them requires specific variations of treatment and we have the knowledge to know the difference.

Jansen Plastic Surgery 3900 Veterans Memorial Blvd, #200, Metairie 2100 Audubon Ave., Thibodaux >>

504-475-1209 Jansenplasticsurgery.com Breast reconstruction surgery marks the final phase of the recovery process following breast cancer treatment for many women. Even though they have undergone mastectomy treatment, they should know there are numerous reconstruction surgeries available to fully restore the look and feel of the breasts back to a natural state.

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center 4950 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge 225-757-0847 marybird.org Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines.

New Orleans Aesthetics, Dr. Zeena Al-Dujaili 3434 Prytania Street, Suite 420, New Orleans 504-475-1000 neworleansaesthetics.com Dr. Zeena is an experienced board-certified medical and cosmetic dermatologist serving New Orleans. New Orleans Aesthetics treats a variety of conditions from minor skin irritations to complex skin cancer surgery for patients of all ages.

Thibodaux Regional Medical Center 602 N. Acadia Rd., Thibodaux 985-447-5500 thibodaux.com Thibodaux Regional Cancer Center employs the latest technology, allowing patients to experience many benefits including earlier and more precise diagnosis, detection of small tumors, avoidance of invasive procedures, fewer side effects and better chances for a positive outcome. The Cancer Center is the only cancer program in Louisiana to receive the Outstanding Achievement Award by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer for Superior Care four times.