What is an EGD? An upper gastrointestinal endoscopy procedure known as an esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) allows for examination, biopsy and some treatment of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum for heartburn, upper…
If detected early, prostate cancer is very treatable. While early prostate cancer usually has no symptoms, common symptoms for advanced prostate cancer can include: Trouble passing urine, slow or weak…
Norton Cancer Institute is at the forefront of prostate cancer treatment research. As investigators on numerous trials, our specialist physicians have unparalleled experience with many innovative treatments once they are…
Norton Cancer Institute is the leading provider of care for melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and other skin cancers in Louisville and Southern Indiana. The area’s only cancer…
Download and print patient and procedure forms: ERCP Consent Form EGD Consent Packet New Patient Packet Screening Colonoscopy Packet Informational packets about medications: 6MP and Imuran Agreement Form Humira PEG…
Colon cancer begins inside the large intestine, typically as small clumps of cells called precancerous polyps. Polyps can become cancerous over time. Colon cancer is sometimes known by the broader…
If you are age 45 to 75, it might be time for a colon cancer screening. People at higher risk for colorectal cancer should talk with their doctor about whether…
Symptoms of colorectal cancer are not always obvious and are often similar to other conditions, such as stress, overeating or indigestion. Left untreated, the cancer can spread to other parts…
Head and neck cancers or tumors most often form in the mucus linings of the mouth, throat, voice box and other parts of the head and neck. Less frequently, head…
Abbey Overstreet, R.N., OCN, Norton Cancer Institute Head & Neck Tumor Program patient navigator, helps patients and their families with the challenges that come with a tumor diagnosis. She is…
The stage of kidney cancer will help determine the course of treatment. For the majority of kidney cancers, though, surgical removal of all or part of the kidney (nephrectomy) is…
Norton Cancer Institute is at the forefront of leukemia treatment research. As investigators on numerous trials, our specialist physicians have unparalleled experience with many innovative treatments once they are approved…