Individuals who are genetically pre-disposed to various types of cancers should have an abdominal cancer screening on a regular basis. Cancer screenings are the most efficient way to discover abdominal cancers before they spread. Early detection is vital because it increases a person"s chances of surviving after discovering a life-threatening disease.
How Important Is Donating Blood?
When it comes to cancer, the entire body is at risk for a variety of health problems that can arise during the treatment of the disease. One of the biggest problems is that cancer and many forms of treatment have a dramatic impact on red blood cells and their ability to provide nutrients and oxygen to the body.
Blood transfusions help support the spleen by providing additional red blood cells to help transport vital nutrients and improve immune function.
Many people do not realize how important donating blood can be. For someone who is fighting cancer, having blood transfusions can be a life-saving procedure. In most cases, it isn"t just the cancer that depletes a person"s viable blood supply. The treatments can also reduce both red and white blood cell counts. There are many people who have rare blood types and their blood is in high demand. Individuals who have uncommon blood types and donate blood on a regular basis are providing others with the same blood type a very real chance for survival.
The Benefits of Early Screening
Early abdominal cancer screening offers a multitude of benefits. Scheduling regular screenings like mammograms, colonoscopies and prostate exams can catch cancer in its earliest stages. An abdominal screening can detect cancer in various organs including:
Early detection screenings give doctors a chance to contain the cancer and keep it from spreading throughout the body. Blood donations are used during this time to help build the immune system and provide tissues with the oxygen and nutrients they need to remain healthy and cancer free.
Woodbridge Walk-In has partnered with Longevity to offer early detection screenings as so you can be proactive about your health! Book an appointment to have an early detection screening by filling out the form here.
Dr. Bunten is originally from Huntington Beach, CA. He attended high school in Tokyo, Japan, went to college at UC San Diego and then to medical school in the Midwest. He returned home to California for residency training in Family Medicine at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. His immediate family all reside in Huntington Beach.
Dr Fishbein has been in the practice of family medicine for over 35 years in Irvine. He received his undergraduate degree from Southern Illinois University, medical degree from Chicago Medical School, and completed his family medicine residency at Memorial Hospital of Long Beach.
Dr. Kim is the Medical Director of Family Care Centers, Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at Hoag Hospital, and a recipient of the Physicians of Excellence award from the Orange County Medical Association. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine, and has been practicing in our community for over 20 years.
Dr. Memon is a board certified Family Medicine physician and recently completed her fellowship in Geriatrics at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center. She attended Saint George’s University, School of Medicine and completed her residency at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Her interest in medicine started at an early age and has since evolved into a passionate career.
Dr. Gina Nguyen obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at UC Irvine where she graduated Suma Cum Laude. She went to USC Keck School of Medicine, and returned to UC Irvine for a Family Medicine Residency. Since 2005, she worked at Kaiser Permanente, VNCOC, and Family Care Center Urgent Care.
Dr. Williams is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He is a native to Orange County and returned home after completing his medical degree at the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. After completing his residency in family practice he successfully completed a fellowship in sports medicine.
Dr. Hye Lee is a board-certified Family Practice Physician, affiliated with the American Osteopathic Association and the American College of Osteopathic Family Practice.She obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at UC Riverside and earned her medical degree from Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center. Afterward, she did her internship at Downey Regional Medical Center in California and has been a primary care physician since 2005.
Dr. Coyne is a board certified family practice physician and a California native. He completed his undergraduate degree at UCLA before earning his medical degree at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. Dr Coyne spent 6 years in the US Air Force at Andrews and Luke Air Force bases, eventually separating as a Major. He enjoys working with patients of all ages.”
Dr. Jay Friehling is a Family Practice physician who has worked in Orange County since 1981. Born in Florida, he received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University and then earned a Medical Degree at the New York Medical College.” His healthcare interests include Diabetes, Geriatric Care, and Hospice Care.
Dr. Jennifer Shoquist is board certified in Family Medicine. Her special interest is woman’s health and her practice accepts patients from 6 years old to seniors. Dr. Shoquist received her M.D. degree at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston in Houston, Texas, and did her residency with Memorial Family Practice at memorial Southwest Hospital in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Tom is a board certified family medicine physician and native Californian. He received his bachelors of science with great distinction in biochemistry and honors in chemistry. Dr. Tom was awarded a Regents Scholarship to attend medical school at UC Irvine.
Dr. Yan attended Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Family Practice residency at Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield, California. She joined Family Care Center in 2001. She chose Family Practice because she enjoys working with a wide variety of people and because it provides a unique opportunity for continuing care.
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