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Putting best face forward in cancer battle
Latest installment in the continuing series; Krista Colvin strives to stay active, attractive while undergoing chemotherapy.
Erin Middlewood, The Columbian
June 14, 2010

Cancer Patient's Network of Support
Following the journey of Krista Colvin as she undergoes treatment for breast cancer.
Erin Middlewood, The Columbian
May 17, 2010

Confronting Chemo
Krista Colvin, patient of Dr. Kolibaba, begins treatment in breast cancer fight.
Erin Middlewood, The Columbian
May 10, 2010

Lines Drawn in Cancer Battle
Dr. Kathryn Kolibaba's patient, Krista Colvin, prepares herself and her family for chemotherapy and surgery after discovering a lump in her breast.
Erin Middlewood, The Columbian
April 11, 2010

Dr. Lucy Langer's patient, Ann Bisgyer-Wolz, tells how her dog detected her cancer
Jenny Hansson, KOIN Local 6 News
April 6, 2010

Relationship with Nurses Vital to Success of Growing Nonprofit
Breast Friends support group stresses cancer survivorship
Laura M. Stakal, Northwest Nursing News
April 5, 2010

View NCS Physician presentations from the Komen Breast Cancer Issues Conference
March 13, 2010

NCS Physician video presentations on Advancements in Breast Cancer Treatment
Highlights and latest clinical trials from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium

Dr. Angela Kalisiak speaks about NCS palliative care initiative at CareOregon conference
Beyond the Data:  Lessons learned from a Care Support and System Innovation (CSSI) Program

Dr. Devon Webster shares her story
Oregonian
March 13, 2010

Brad Perrigo, Executive Director of NCS, featured in Portland Business Journal Profile
Portland Business Journal
March 5, 2010

Dr. Lucy Langer’s patient, Julie Gillaspy, shares her story
The Times
January 21, 2010

Six NCS Physicians Make Portland Monthly Magazine 2010 Top Doctors List
Gynecologic Oncology:  Dr. Paul Tseng and Dr. William Winter III
Hematology:  Dr. Jody Kujovich and Dr. Jeffrey Menashe
Medical Oncology:  Dr. John Smith II
Radiation Oncology:  Dr.Greg Patton
January 2010

Dr. Kevin Olson featured on KGW Live at 7
Dr. Olson shares his thoughts on the new guidelines issued by the federal task force recommending most women not begin regular mammograms until age 50 and the benefits vs. risks of self-breast exams.
Hosted by Stephanie Stricklen,KGW Live @ 7 "Hot Box"
November 23, 2009

Mammogram Controversy
Dr. Kevin Olson responds to KOIN interview on mammogram guidelines.
Eric Taylor, KOIN
November 17, 2009

N.E.D. performing live at the Rhythm Heals benefit concert
Northwest Cancer Specialists and N.E.D. joined hands at the Rhythm Heals benefit concert October 25 at Portland's Historic Crystal Ballroom with a mission to enhance knowledge about gynecologic cancers.  The event was a tremendous success with over 500 people attending and raising nearly $40,000.

Interview with Dr. Jay Andersen, Northwest Cancer Specialists
KUIK Family Focus 101 hosted by Diane Dennis
October 27, 2009
Dr. Jay Andersen discusses the benefits of the Oncotype DX assay test in women with early-stage (Stage I or II), node-negative, estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) invasive breast cancer who will be treated with hormone therapy.  The test provides a more personalized evaluation of recurrence risk, identifying those patients who warrant inclusion of chemotherapy in addition to anti-hormone therapy as part of their treatment plan.

Docs that Rock
Iris Harrison, KGON, discusses awareness of women's cancer causes with Dr. Will Winter, the guitarist for N.E.D.(No Evidence Of Disease), as well as their upcoming album and benefit concert.  
October 11, 2009

Cancer Ridding Robots
Dr. Will Winter demonstrates the da Vinci robot technology used to perform minimally invasive surgery procedures and provide superior gynecologic cancer care.
KOIN TV
August 4, 2009

Rockin' Docs KOIN TV features Dr. Will Winter's band N.E.D.
Read more about the N.E.D. CD release fundraising event
Tim Gordon, KOIN TV
July 19, 2009

The Cutting Edge
Northwest Cancer Specialists Uses da Vinci Surgical System Technology to Provide Superior Gynecologic Cancer Care.
Liza Walton, MD News
June, 2009

Northwest Cancer Specialists certified as Breast Center of Excellence
Practice is one of seven clinics nationwide meeting criteria that advances breast cancer care
The Scribe
May 15, 2009

Cancer docs form rock 'n' roll band and land a record deal
Dr. William Winter is a Portland-area surgeon who specializes in the often overlooked area of cancers afflicting women. He treats cancers that tend to be especially insidious and deadly. He's dedicated to raising awareness of ovarian, cervical and endometrial cancers. And he likes to rock. 
Noelle Crombie, The Oregonian
December 12, 2008

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