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Dr. Steven Evans, surgical oncologist at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, addresses racial health disparities in this recent Q&A: https://upmc.me/3pv77Rm

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center experts provide comprehensive care at UPMC Passavant, so patients in the communities north of Pittsburgh can receive care closer to home. A team of UPMC medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists recently answered our questions on the topic.

Renowed GI specialist Dr. Amer Zureikat is now Hillman’s Chief of Surgical Oncology.

Felicia Scrivens, an executive assistant at UPMC Shadyside, is more than a mother, friend and survivor she’s also an advocate, working with UPMC to educate he...r community about breast cancer and early detection. Read her story here: https://inside.upmc.com/upmc-mckeesport-breast-cancer-care/ See more

The incidence rate of pancreatic cancer is increasing; there are now about 55,000 cases annually in the United States. Whether you’ve received a pancreatic canc...er diagnosis or want to learn how to help prevent one, here's what you should know about the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment. https://upmc.me/3kbLoe8 See more

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See below video featuring Steven Evans, MD, on Breast Cancer Disparities.

Hear from Dr. Mia Diego on how breast cancer has affected her family and how deeply it impacts her work as a breast surgeon.

Robotic-assisted surgery is a valuable addition to our minimally invasive surgery options, says Dr. Geller. It allows us to work in very small spaces. As a result, more cancer patients can have their tumor removed laparoscopically without needing a large incision.

Congratulations again to Dr. Steven Evans on your prestigious award.