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CCC Board of Trustee since inception Allyn has held the position of President and CEO of Roseburg Forest Products since 1997, when he took over leadership of the company from his father and company founder, Kenneth Ford. Allyn began his career with RFP in 1968. He has held a number of leadership positions in the Oregon forestry community and participates in a number of charitable and business organizations. Allyn now serves on Allyn C. Ford the Board of Higher Education. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial administration from Yale in 1964 and his Masters in Business Administration from Stanford in 1966.
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Executive Committee Board Member since 1987 Ron is the UIDC Administrative Operations Officer for the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians. He also serves as the General Manager for Umpqua Indian Utility Cooperative, (UIUC). Ron, a graduate of Oregon State University, is actively involved in the community and has served on several boards and committees. Ron Doan In 1994, Ron was named Roseburgs First Citizen, for his involvement in the Douglas County Area. Ron and his wife, Mary Jane, have four sons, and 10 grandchildren. They have lived in Roseburg for the past 25 years. Board of Trustee since 1990s Jim moved to Roseburg with his family in 1976 and began his practice of general surgery. During that time, he served a year as Chief of the Douglas Community Hospital Medical Staff, and later on the Board of Directors of that hospital. Jim retired and closed his practice in 2002. Since then, he has served on the Douglas Community Fund of the Oregon Community Fund and the Board of Jim Edwards the Riverside Center in Winston. Jim currently continues to volunteer at the Family Development Center as a teachers assistant. He has served as President of the Executive Committee Board and continues to be on the Board of Trustees of CCC.
Board of Trustee since 2011 Tim grew up right here in Douglas County with his mom, dad and 3 brothers. He put himself through college and supported his family as a field mechanic until he bought his own business in 1991. Tim has owned and operated Freemans Garden Valley Shell for almost 20 years. He and his wife Angelia, met and married in Oakland and are now raising their two children in Roseburg. Tim currently Tim Freeman serves as District 2 House Representative in the Oregon State Legislature. He is passionate about children and veterans. Tim helped the local Harley Club start its local toy run and works actively with the Douglas County Veterans Forum. Board of Trustee Mary is a native of Roseburg, having returned here after graduating from the University of Oregon to raise her family. She is an alumni of the University of Oregon and was also a member of the varsity womens track team at the University of Oregon! Mary has been actively involved in the community from coaching track at the high school to being a member of various bowling leagues. She Mary Gilbert has also served on Professional Business Associations as Director for over 10 years and has chaired various committees for the benefit of non-profit agencies such as Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity.
Board of Trustee since 1988 Paul graduated from Roseburg High School in 1979. He then went on to earn his Bachelor of Architecture Degree from the University of Oregon in 1984. As the owner of Paul L. Bentley, Architect in Roseburg, he had the honor of being chosen to design the new facility for CCC. In addition to serving on the board Paul is past president of the executive committee.
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Executive Committee Board Member John has been on the cancer foundation board since inception and was the first Board Chairman.
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Board of Trustee since 2009 Roseburg is Dr. Grays hometown. She completed a B.S. degree at Oregon State University, and then went on to earn her M.D. at OHSU. Her internship in medicine/surgery was served at Legacy Hospitals in Portland. Dr. Gray then completed a 3-year residency to specialize in ophthalmology at UC Davis. She has published numerous articles in ophthalmology journals, delivers lectures at continuing medical education Andrea V. Gray meetings, and served on the editorial advisory board for EyeNet magazine for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She has served for many years as an associate examiner for the American Board of Ophthalmology and also writes examination questions. Board of Trustees since 2009 Gary is currently an instructor for business programs at Umpqua Community College. Prior to this position, Gary held numerous senior and executive positions in commercial banking for over 20 years. He serves on numerous non-profit boards and works with non-profit organizations to strengthen their financial controls. Gary and his wife Lisa live in the Roseburg area and can often be found Gary Gray working in and around various community events. He served on the Executive Fundraising Committee for the new Community Cancer Center and was a past financial advisor to the board.
Executive Committee Board Member since 2004 Dave is the General Manager at Douglas Electric Cooperative, where he has been responsible for the overall operations of the electric utility for the past 23 years. He has been instrumental in the formation of Douglas Electric Co-ops wholly owned advanced telecommunications subsidiary, Douglas Fast Net. Dave continues to be committed to the local community and Dave Sabala sits on the boards of various corporations and foundations. He currently serves as CCCs Executive Committee Board Member Vice-President and is past Secretary/Treasurer. Dave and his wife Debbie have 2 adult children and 5 grandchildren. Board of Trustee, newly assigned 2012 Lindsey graduated with a Bachelors of Art in 2005 and then a Masters of Arts in 2011. She works as a Child Welfare Specialist for the State of Oregon. Lindsey is a proud member of Cascade Community Credit Unions Marketing Committee, Community Cancer Center Board Member, and Run for Ohm Race Director.
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* A daily glass of wine may reduce heart attack risk. But that protection doesnt extend to Breast Cancer; risk increases with more than one drink a day.
* African American women are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced stages of the disease and also have the highest death rate.
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Volunteering Opportunities at CCC
Douglas County Cancer Services is a volunteer driven, non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and services to Douglas County residents dealing with a cancer diagnosis. They have been serving Douglas County since 1989 and provide: Nutritional supplements Phone buddies Wigs, hats, scarves, bras and prosthesis. Cancer Support Group meets every third Wednesday in the conference room at CCC on 2nd floor at 1:00pm Help with financial needs on case-by-case situations. Have a Cancer Survivors Day held in June every year Have a Tea and Fashion Show held in October every year. Provide 50 food baskets to patients in need during the Christmas holiday. They are currently looking for volunteers to staff their resource center at CCC. Contact their office at 541-440-9409 or call Tammy Hagedorn at 541-673-2267.
Our drivers have been offering transportation to patients without other means of transportation since 2000. This program was the start of the volunteer program at CCC. We even have one driver who has been volunteering since the beginning. Drivers are required to have a valid drivers license, pass an Oregon Criminal background check and successfully complete a driver safety course. We are currently looking for a Tuesday on-call driver. Contact Tammy Hagedorn, 541-673-2267
Our kiosk volunteers meet and greet patients at the front doors of CCC. They have two 3 hour shifts: mornings 9-12 & afternoons 12-3. Openings are sporadic in the month. Contact Tammy Hagedorn, 541-672-2267.
We just received our Southern Oregon SCREEN grant through Susan G. Komen for the Cure Oregon & SW Washington Affiliate. Part of the grant is to recruit volunteers for this program to ensure selfsustainability once the grant money is gone. We are looking for women who would like to give Breast Health Educational Presentations in five southern Oregon counties: Coos, Curry, Douglas, Josephine & Jackson. You do not have to have a background in health to fill this position. The only requirement is to be enthusiastic about educating these communities about breast health. CCC provides the training to give these presentations. Contact Angelia Freeman, 541-673-2267.
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American Cancer Society has a resource center at CCC on the 2nd floor and is currently looking for volunteers. ACS provides: Information about your diagnosis Travel money for breast cancer patients Look Good Feel Better program for patients going through treatment. A licensed cosmetologist shows patients how to apply make-up and help style their hair. This day of pampering, which includes over $300 of free product, occurs the 2nd Tuesday of each month in the conference room at CCC. Contact Kathy Heichel at 541-673-2267. Cass Sinclair, Quality of Life Manager for Southern Oregon, is trying to put together a lodging and transportation program in Douglas County. Call 541-779-6092, ext 23 for more information. We recently received a grant from M.J Murdock Charitable Trust for a prostate screening grant. We are currently looking to employ someone to manage the program. We also need volunteers to educate men about prostate health in Coos, Curry, Douglas, Jackson and Josephine counties. This program is still under development and hiring the prostate screening manager will be our first priority. Contact Tammy Hagedorn, 541-673-2267. It is also the external-beam radiation treatment (EBRT) system used to treat all types of cancers. We have an HDR (highdose-radiation) Brachytherapy program treating breast and gynecological cancers. There is a relatively intense source of radiation inside a shielded case with tubes where the sources travel to dwell positions to deliver radiation to a specific area or cavity (i.e. breast lumpectomy cavity). The difference between HDR and EBRT is the intensity of the fractions the patient will receive at their visits to treat their cancer and the delivery system. Typical fractionation for EBRT breast is 180cGyX33 fractions and for HDR breast patient 340cGyX10 fraction. HDR is an internal treatment method needing an opening into the patients body to deliver the radiation and EBRT is delivered externally by rotating the machine around the patient to deliver the treatment. Not everyone is a candidate for HDR breast brachytherapy.
The Community Cancer Center is a non-profit, community owned, state of the art cancer center. We are funded through medicare, Medicaid, OHP, private insurance, self pay and donations. We have no governmental affiliation. All donations are accepted at 2880 NW Stewart Parkway, Ste 100, Roseburg OR 97471. CCC features a multi-million dollar state of the art linear accelerator. The photo above shows a view of the back of the machine. The photo at left shows a view of what the patient sees. This machine is capable of doing a cone-beam CT for patient localization using finite treatment delivery parameters. The devices on the treatment table are called vacloks, which are customized for each patient.
*80 to 90% of women who get Breast Cancer have no known family history.
A diagnosis of cancer can elicit many emotions, including fear, sadness and confusion. During these uncertain times, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. That is why a host of resources have been developed to inform, guide and support those confronting cancer. To help access what you need, the Community Cancer Center has created a cancer resource program in collaboration with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Oregon & SW Washington Affiliate. This is part of an effort to ease the burden of cancer on patients and their loved ones and connect them with community services and programs, as well as published information about their disease. It is the PNs responsibility to help cancer patients conquer the medical maze and develop a personal roadmap to recovery from cancer. The PN will assist in removing roadblocks so the patients can receive the best cancer treatment possible. Once the patient has finished treatment, the primary survivorship issue most commonly cited is feeling lost after initial treatment because their daily visits come to an end. The PN is also responsible to help the patient moveon and live with their diagnosis. This is accomplished by meeting with the survivor on a time frame designed by the PN and patient to best serve the patients individual needs. Sara Martin, R.N., B.S.N., is the PN for this program. She is currently working on her Oncology Nurse certification to better serve our community in cancer care. She can be reached by email: smartin@cccroseburg.org., Phone: 541-673-2267, or Fax 541-672-9483
*Weight gain after age 18 or after menopause is a Breast Cancer risk factor. In turn, losing that added weight may decrease your chances of getting the disease.
Medical Oncologist Dr. Joshua M. Weese recently moved to Roseburg from Oklahoma City, OK to establish his practice in Medical Oncology and Hematology. He has a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics from Southern Nazarene University and a Master of Business Administration degree from LeTourneau University. After his mothers diagnosis with a rare, terminal lung disease, he began working at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation in preparation for medical school. Dr. Weese Joshua M. Weese graduated with his Medical Doctorate from the University of Oklahoma in 2007. He completed his Internal Medicine residency and Medical Oncology fellowship there, as well. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and recently certified in Medical Oncology. Medical Oncologist Dr. Stephen A. Williams is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist at Roseburg Medical Oncology. He earned his medical doctorate at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, TX. and completed his Internal Medicine internship/residency at Johns Hopkins University/ Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, MD. Subspecialty fellowships were completed in Medical Oncology and Hematology at Georgetown University Hospital/ Stephen A. Williams Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Dr. Williams came to Roseburg in 2007 to establish Roseburg Medical Oncology. In addition to his practice, he is chairman of the Multidisciplinary Tumor Board at the Community Cancer Center, serves on the Board of directors of DCIPA, and is vice-chair of the Umpqua Medical Group.
DO, Radiation Oncologist, Medical Director Medical Oncologist/Hematologist Randy received his medical degree from the Dr. Ottenheimer, an Oncologist/Hematologist College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific, provider with more than 20 years experience in Pamona, CA in 1987 and has been board certified this field of medicine, is currently working as an by the American Board of Radiology in Radiation independent provider for Umpqua Medical, P.C.. Oncology since June 1993. He previously worked His office is located on the second floor of the CCC at the Roger Maris Cancer Center in Fargo, ND from in suite 200. 1993-2003 and at Centennial Radiation Oncology in In addition to Board Certifications in Internal Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley, CO from 2003Medicine and Oncology, Dr. Ottenheimer received 2006. Randy has been working at the Community his MD from the University of Nevada School of Cancer Center since 2006 and held the Medical Randy L. Moore Edward J. Ottenheimer, III Medicine and performed his residency at University Director position since 2008. He served in the Army of California, Irvine and Long Beach, VA Medical Reserves from 1975-2001 and retired at rank of Major. Randy has been married Center. Dr. Ottenheimer is also a Healthgrades Recognized Doctor. since 1977 and has two children. He enjoys outdoor activities (hunting, fishing, hiking, camping) gardening and wood carving.
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Registered Dietitian, LD., Ally is the Registered Dietitian at CCC. She has worked there for 8 years, along with Mercy Medical Center for the past 15 years. According to Ally, The people that we treat at the Cancer Center, going through what is a difficult time, are absolutely amazing and their courage and determination are an inspiration. I have worked in different hospitals on the east Ally F. Gottfried coast and the Community Cancer Center is a truly unique and very special place. RT(R)(T), Director, Clinical Services Tammy has been at CCC since 1999, starting as a staff radiation therapist to her current position where she oversees all clinical staff. She also manages CCCs volunteer program and was recently assigned as the Program Manager for new grants CCC received. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Tammy received her Radiography/Radiation Therapy certification from West Virginia University. She Tammy Hagedorn and her husband Bill enjoy riding their Harleys in Oregons beautiful country side and walking their two dogs. Receptionist Kathy feels blessed to be part of the center, helping patients and their families since January of 2006. Having been on the other side of the fence, she understands how important it is for patients to be treated with kindness and respect. Kathy and Garry, her husband of 20 years, live in Sutherlin, where they are members of Family Church. They enjoy spending time with their combined families, church family Kathy Heichel and friends, camping, baseball, cooking and pretending to be in charge of their chocolate Lab and two kitties. Building Manager Glen started working part-time for CCC in June 2002. He became full time April 1, 2009, when the CCCs beautiful new building was almost complete. The greatest thrill in Glens life is spending time with his 4 children and grandson. In his free time he enjoys camping, hunting, and water sports. Glen has a great passion for high school football. He is a volunteer football coach for Douglas High School. Glen is also a huge Ducks fan!
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Transcriptionist Sharon began working at the Community Cancer Center in 1997. Initially she worked at the front reception desk, but for the last several years has been transcribing patient reports. Having worked in several other specialties before coming to the Community Cancer Center, Sharon feels that this is the most rewarding of all the medical specialties. Our patients are the best. RT(T)(CMD) Senior Dosimetrist Bob has been the Senior Medical Dosimetrist at the Community Cancer Center since 2004, and has been in the radiation dosimetry field for over thirtysix years. He creates the treatment plan that ensures a patient receives the correct amount of radiation to the correct location in their body.
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Executive Director Mel has been the Executive Director of CCC since 2001. He has worked in a variety of clinical, academic and administrative positions throughout the U.S. Mel has participated in numerous community organizations and civic groups including a stint on the Roseburg City Council. A Vietnam Veteran, Mel served 6 years in the U.S. Army as a Mel Cheney military policeman. He is married with 3 grown children and holds a black-belt in Mong Su Dom Tai, a Chinese martial art.
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*A family history of Breast Cancer or carrying one of mutated geneds -BRCA1 or BRCA2 - predisposes a woman to the disease.
RT(T), Lead Radiation Therapist Corey began working at CCC in 2009. His duties include the delivery of daily treatments and simulation, as well as administrative duties relative to lead Therapist. Corey is a 1993 graduate of Mayo School of Health Sciences Radiation Therapy Program/Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN.
Medical Assistant/Front Office Assistant Patti has been with CCC since April 2012, first volunteering for her externship through UCC and then hired on in August. She is excited for the opportunity to work at CCC. The people are all so nice and made me feel very welcome, says Patti. She went to UCC and earned certificates in Clinical Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, and Phlebotomy. Patti will be testing for her certification as a Patti Morgan medical assistant and national certification as a phlebotomist. She enjoys spending time with her family and many animals. Director of Financial Operations Echo came to CCC in 1993 when she was hired as the front office receptionist. By 2002, she had been promoted to Office Manager. Echo is now the Director of Financial Operations. She is currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration/Accounting through UCC and Northwest Christian University. Echo is a member of Sutherlin Family Church where she serves on the Hospitality Team. She also Echo Peel enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband, Eric, and their four kitties. RT(R)(T)(CT), Staff Radiation Therapist Scott began his training in the Navy in 1988 in San Diego, CA. His original training was for Radiology, CT and MRI. He moved back to his hometown of Roseburg, and worked at Mercy Medical Center. In 2002, Scott furthered his education and career by attending Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, for Radiation Therapy, and began working at the Community Scott Peterson Cancer Center. Scott enjoys his family, photography, camping, and is involved with the local swim team. Tumor Registrar Assistant K.C. was born & raised here in Roseburg Oregon. She is a graduate of Roseburg High School. K.C. is new to the Community Cancer Center and the workforce in general. She is learning clerical skills and assisting the Tumor Registrar with data entry and research. K.C. is also a proud new mother to Sylas, who was born this summer. Says K.C. He is my whole world.
(RT)(R)(T)(CMD), Junior Dosimetrist Scott has worked at CCC since 2007. He has bachelors degrees in Health/ Physical education, Radiologic Science (Oregon Institute of Technology), and Radiation Therapy (Weber State, Ogden, Utah). Scott was offered a position to complete on-the-job dosimetry training at CCC, and soon after enrolled in the University of Wisconsin Lacrosse online medical dosimetry program. He completed Scott Stallard the program in December 2011 and passed the Medical Dosimetry Certification exam in March. Front Office Assistant Tracee joined the staff at CCC in November of 2006. She had several years of medical front office and back office experience in womens health and feels it is an honor to be a part of the CCC staff. She and her husband own and operate a cattle ranch where they love raising their livestock and pets and, most of all, their grandbabies.
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Radiation Therapist Katie is the newest member of the CCC team. She recently graduated from the OHSU Radiation Therapy program. Prior to that Katie attended Portland State University and earned a degree in Social Work. Katie worked as a domestic violence and sexual assault victims advocate for Columbia County. This native Oregonian loves being outdoors. Katie Mahoney After 12 years in Portland, Katie is looking forward to a more relaxed lifestyle in Roseburg. Staff Radiation Therapist Erika graduated from Oregon Institute of Technology in June 1992. She worked as a mammographer and Diagnostic X-Ray technologist for 10 years. In 2002, she changed the course of her career from Radiology to Radiation Therapy. Erika attended Weber State University in Ogden, UT making 13 trips over the course of a year to become eligible to sit for the registry in Radiation Therapy, which Erika Maritz she passed in December of 2003. Erika says, Next to raising my children, this is the next most rewarding thing I do. RN, BSN, Patient Navigator Sara began working at CCC in May 2011. She graduated from UCC with an Associate of Science in Nursing. Sara received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing through Western Governors University in Salt Lake City, UT and is currently working towards her Oncology Nursing Certification. She plans to pursue a Masters Degree in nursing, as well. In her spare time, Sara enjoys Sara Martin being outdoors, hiking, sports, running and spending time with friends and family.
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PhD, Radiation Physicist Hu Zhou came to CCC in 2009. His responsibilities include maintaining the radiation equipment/making sure that it is in good working condition, radiation safety, and seeing that all operations comply with government codes. Hu Zhou has a Ph. D. in experimental physics from UC San Diego. His certification in Radiation Oncology (Stanford University) was issued in 2010 by Hu Zhou the American Board of Radiology. Hu says, Working in this environment is very enjoyable.
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way to Portland or Salem for those, she said, especially since it took me longer to drive there than the treatments actually took. Her experience as a patient was so positive that when a friend asked her to join the Community Cancer Centers board of directors, Armstrong didnt hesitate. After I made it through my treatments a co-worker, Richard Morehead, asked me to join the board and nominated me in 1996, she said. When the Center was built I helped raise money, so Ive always been a supporter.
Armstrong explained. It wasnt a good idea to do radiation in the same place, so they had a machine that could go under the skin and pinpoint the tumor. I was done in one day. What would Armstrong recommend? At all costs, get a mammogram, she said. And pay attention to your body. This longtime Douglas County resident, mother to two daughters and grandmother to four continues to serve on the Centers board of directors. The Center is doing well, she said. Were working on a lot of things and Im proud that weve been able to build a state-ofthe-art facility. Armstrong also volunteered as a greeter at the Center and supports the Breast Cancer Awareness cause through her regular Relay For Life walks.
t didnt matter that the tumor inside her breast was small, so far as tumors go. Sherry Armstrong knew its potential and she was frightened by very idea that something inside her body had the potential of killing her. Fortunately for Armstrong, she had been regular with her mammogram check-ups and the early discovery of that small tumor probably saved her life. They discovered the tumor in August of 1995 and the following
month I had a lumpectomy (they removed the lump from her breast), she recalled. I had to go through several weeks of radiation treatments at the Community Cancer Center. I remember how frightened I was and how the people at the center were so helpful and caring. She also remembers how convenient it was to have a cancer center so close to home. I had to have daily radiation treatments for several weeks and I couldnt imagine having to drive all the
Unfortunately, Armstrongs cancer would return. In 2011 I was diagnosed with cancer in the same place it was before, she recalled. It was discovered during my regular mammogram and confirmed through an ultrasound and biopsy. The second time around posed more of a challenge because the skin over the tumor had reached its tolerance for additional radiation treatments. They decided to give me another lumpectomy,
* Breast Cancer deaths have been decreasing since 1990 as detection and early treatment improve, reducing the mortality rate to 3 in 100.
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regon has a very high rate of breast cancer incidence and early detection can save lives! Through a major grant in southern Oregon, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Oregon and SW Washington Affiliate seeks to ensure that all people, regardless of race, income, geographic location, or insurance status have access to screening, quality breast cancer treatment and support services. What is Southern Oregon SCREEN?
Southern Oregon SCREEN is a regional grass roots promotion of an intercommunity womens health network of dedicated volunteers to promote breast health in rural cities. The Southern Oregon SCREEN program is powered by a five year grant from Susan G. Komen for the Cure Oregon and SW Washington Affiliate, designed to provide breast health education and resources for early screening throughout southern Oregon specifically the message that early detection saves lives
to the women of Douglas, Coos, Curry, Jackson and Josephine counties. Promotion of the Southern Oregon SCREEN program includes providing breast health and early screening education and resources for local facilities for mammograms. It provides a list of direct contacts for breast health coordinators and/or patient navigators in their areas and resources available for those needing additional assistance. What is a Community Program Manager? The SCREEN Community Program Manager is responsible for the coordination of the SCREEN project throughout southern Oregon by meeting or presenting with local media, service groups, local chambers, clubs and
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organizations to discuss the SCREEN program and event promotion throughout southern Oregon. Additionally the Program Manager recruits volunteers within each community who aid in the program community presentation. Angelia Freeman is the Community Program Manager for Southern Oregon SCREEN. Angelia Freeman Ph: 541-673-2267, Fax: 541-672-9483, Email: afreeman@cccroseburg.org.
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lice Turner had always been good about regular checkups. She had a family doctor who encouraged her to pay attention to her bodys signals and to make sure she had annual breast exams. So even though a 2009 mammogram showed no signs of trouble, she suspected something was amiss. My breast was sore, she recalled. They even did an ultrasound
and found nothing, but my breast continued to bother me. Doctors would later discover that the source of Turners soreness was a tumor and that it was getting larger. The idea that I had this thing growing inside my body kind of wiped me out mentally, she said. All I knew for sure was that I wanted it out. In April, of 2010 doctors removed at least part of the tumor in a procedure known as a lumpectomy.
Oftentimes, however, the cancerous cells have spread beyond what doctors refer to as reasonable margins and more drastic measures are needed. I had a needle biopsy that showed cancer, so I opted to have them take the breast off, she remembered. It showed up in the first sentinel node and also in another node toward the end. The sentinel lymph node is the hypothetical first lymph node, or group of nodes draining a cancer. The breast removal procedure is called a mastectomy and some women choose to remove both breasts to eliminate any chance of a recurrence. Turners next stop following surgery was the Community Cancer Center, where her daughter, Tammy Hagedorn works as a director of clinical services. Thats where cancer patients go for both chemotherapy and radiation. I was diagnosed at Mercy and treated at the Community Cancer Center, said Turner, reflecting on the unique relationship between both Roseburg medical facilities. My experience with both was amazing.
Turner, who moved to Roseburg with her husband from Pacific City (on the Oregon coast) in 2007 to be close to their daughter, soon discovered the benefits of having a cancer center so close to home. They are an amazing team, she recalled. You feel devastated when you have gone through the surgery, but they were so supportive. I had a lot of questions and they answered every one. They made me feel comfortable. They didnt make me feel like a one-boob person walking around half naked. I was someone they were trying to help. Turner said she couldnt imagine how difficult her journey might have been had they not moved. Wed moved to Roseburg just a year or two before I was diagnosed and if we were still living in Pacific City I would have had to go all the way to Salem or Portland for my treatments, she reflected. Having a center like we have here is wonderful.
*Diet combined with exercise can be important for managing your risk. In addition to fighting obesity, exercise lowers estrogen levels, which in turn may lower Breast Cancer risk.
supplements, especially if you already have cancer. A healthy well planned diet should provide all the essential nutrients that you need. Dietary supplements should be taken to treat a documented deficiency or to promote another aspect of health, for example calcium and vitamin D for bone health. Ally F. Gottfried, RD., LD., Registered Dietitian, Community Cancer Center Source: American Cancer Society, National Cancer Institute, AICR
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I chatted online instead of the phone. It helped me stay strong. I didnt see how talking would help, but it did. Ive quit tobacco for good.
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*When Breast Cancer hasnt strayed outside of the breast, the 5 year survival rate is close to 100%.
Jenny Bergstrand Jenny Doerner Jerrold and Sue Ann Bowman Jerry and Carolyn Mills Jerry and Kimberly Risk Jerry and Mary Kitner Jessie Willis Jewell Linder Jill Mendlen Jill Talik Jim and Bonnie Pynch Jim and Kay Smith Jim and Linda Blasi Jim and Linda Wells Jim and Margaret La Raut Jim and Raeda Poirot Jim and Roberta Diemert Jim and Sandra Schroetlin Jim and Terry Owen Jim Corliss Jim Cuddy Jim Paratore and Jill Wickert JMR Financial Services Jo Ann Berg Jo Anne Johnson Jo Carol Driver Joan and Scott Davison Joan Frain Joan Hanzlik Joan Litten Joanne Acord Joanne Griesinger Joanne Lawrence Joanne Selby Joe Alvernaz Joe and Marilyn Ballard Joel Daven John and Ann Rigo John and Diana Davison John and Dolores Roeder John and Eleni George John and Heather Grubbs John and Helen Kooken John and Kay Baird John and Leigh Ann Caddock John and Madeline Forsberg John and Marlys Pickett John and Nancy Hummel John and Rita Dunlavy John and Roberta Lovald John and Susan Seward John Bramall John Cozier John Hancock John Holing John Lampman
*Begin monthly self exams at age 20 with a clinical exam every 3 years.
John Merner John Norlin John Powell John Runyan John Sakamoto John Schuyler John Spencer John Todd John Ward Johnny and Ginger Laurance Jon House Jonathon Kurtz and Janice Matthews Jori Grady Joseph and Eileen Palsulich Joseph Sullivan Josephine Stampka Josephine White Josh Bidwell Foundation Joy Lathrop Joy Rich Joy Yeo Joyce and John Winkler Joyce Ann Koeppen Joyce Bartkus Joyce Childress Joyce Freeman Joyce Henry-Mackay Joyce Keuser Joyce Morgan Joyce Snyder-Kerber Joyce Wilson Juanita Meriwether Judith Erickson Judy Guillen Judy Knox Judy Markovich Judy Throne Judy Vian Judy Wood Julia McNeese Julie Ann Rue Julie Black Julie Kehrli Julie Richards, MD June Attaway June Grono Junior Achievement Kalen Electric and Machinery Co, Inc. Karen and Kenneth Hull Karen Barnhart
*Breast Cancer is less common but more aggressive in women under 50.
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Mrs. R.G. Phillips Mrs. Ralph Jaeger Mrs. Ralph Sandstede Mrs. Randolph Garrison Mrs. Randy Moore Mrs. Ray Bagshaw Mrs. Ray Engels Mrs. Raymond Bigelow Mrs. Raymond Davis Mrs. Raymond Wolles Mrs. Rex Domaschofsky Mrs. Richard Arney Mrs. Richard Daniel Mrs. Richard Fowler Mrs. Richard Fulwyler Mrs. Richard Graf Mrs. Richard Henney Mrs. Richard Hutton Mrs. Richard Lee Mrs. Richard Morehead Mrs. Richard Nelson Mrs. Richard OBrien Mrs. Richard Orr Mrs. Richard Starrett Mrs. Richard Starrett Mrs. Richard Stritzke Mrs. Richard Trotter Mrs. Richard Weckerle Mrs. Richard Wilt Mrs. Rick Johnson Mrs. Rick Kluver Mrs. Rick McMullen Mrs. Robert Frasier Mrs. Robert Goss Mrs. Robert Johnson Mrs. Robert Kennedy Mrs. Robert Lakey Mrs. Robert Logan Mrs. Robert Miller Mrs. Robert Monett Mrs. Robert Mooers Mrs. Robert Norton Mrs. Robert Schafer Mrs. Robert Sconce Mrs. Robert Siebum Mrs. Robert Wiedeman Mrs. Robert Wilson Mrs. Robert Zorn Mrs. Rod Johnson Mrs. Roger Bankes Mrs. Roger Helliwell Mrs. Roger Hutchings Mrs. Roger Snyder Mrs. Roland Clarke
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Mrs. Ron Culbertson Mrs. Ron Piatt Mrs. Ron Richardson Mrs. Ronald Burgess Mrs. Ronald Lankford Mrs. Ronald Oilar Mrs. Ronald Wanamaker Mrs. Russ Westphal Mrs. Ruth Rae Mrs. Scott Crowe Mrs. Sean Smith Mrs. Seymour Black Mrs. Shawn Curtis Mrs. Sidney Gates Mrs. Stanley Hamann Mrs. Stanley Jones Mrs. Stanley Martin Mrs. Stanley Sjogren Mrs. Stanley Vejtasa Mrs. Stephen Neal Mrs. Stephen Wilkerson Mrs. Steve Dean Mrs. Steve Hall Mrs. Steve Hall Mrs. Steve Kaser Mrs. Steve Loosley Mrs. Steve Potter Mrs. Steven Bruggeman Mrs. Steven Kern Mrs. Stew Avery Mrs. Ted Hulbert Mrs. Ted Insley Mrs. Ted Midtaune Mrs. Ted Thompson Mrs. Terry Mooney Mrs. Terry Thompson Mrs. Thomas Forrest Mrs. Thomas Tipton Mrs. Thurman Wathen Mrs. Tim Cacy Mrs. Tim Pratt Mrs. Timothy Sprouse Mrs. Toby Notenboom Mrs. Tom Kolberg Mrs. Tom Rondeau Mrs. Tony Ipac Mrs. Tyrrell Wise Mrs. Vere Perry Mrs. Vic Freselone Mrs. Victor Nunenkamp Mrs. Virgil Boyd Mrs. W.L. Lincoln Mrs. W.T. Dawson
William and Janet Pritchett William and Juanita Elliott William and Mary Hunt William and Maureen Hollander William and Sue Cox William Bellando William Bettis William E. Hallin William Foy William Jencks William Lasswell William Petheram William Swindells, Sr. Memorial Fund William Swindells, Sr. Memorial Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation William Unger Wilma Lousignont Wilson and Donna Plummer Winifred Runge Winnie Wilson Winston Dillard Melon Festival Wise Steps, Inc. Women of the Moose W-P Capital Yoko Iwata Yvonne Johnson Yvonne Kirk Zelia McCurtain
If your name, business, or organization has been omitted from this thank you list, please accept our apology. We appreciate all that you have done to help serve our community.
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In Memory of
James Aldridge Ferne Andrus Delores Barnett Werner Beuhler Georgetta Bigelow Margaret Bigon Margaret Burkhart Pat Cameron Kimberly Jo Campbell
Thank You
Shirley Carroll Stan Cornutt Floyd Daniels Mary DeWeese Tony Dias Hettie Kay Dunning Dick Duyck Marion Jake Fitzgerald Vernon Frakes Marie Frasca
The Community Cancer Foundation wishes to express sincere appreciation to the many donors whose contributions have made the Community Cancer Center a success. Below is the list of donors for the past year, and the names of the persons in whose honor contributions have been made. These funds are utilized to assist patients with cost of treatment, prescriptions, and other services.
Gary Gardner Barbara Godsey Lothar Goesch Chris Guckert Wilma Hanlin Cliff Hansen Norma Hansen John Hayman Patricia Hudson Everett P. Bud Johnson Meredith Jones Gary Kennaday Kay Kessler Jack Knife James Knudtson Richard Lassiter Sidney Leiken Dr. Richard Eugene Lienert Keith McGinnis Darlene Mills Mary Mooers Richard Dick Morehead Patrick J. Murphy William Bill Neuner Rose Marie Noah Michael OMara Charlotte Palermo Deedy Parker Patti Paul Ron Preston Larry Redding Jan Richmond Mark Riskedahl George Roberts Robert Rose Ralph Schultz Shirley Sims Rebecca Sorensen Edith Spillers Ken Stewart William Bill Stiles Carolyn Stovall Scott Tidwell Floyd Ward Mary Weinberg Kim WeinbergMcEwen Mary Ann Wheland Leta Williams Robert Wyatt Betty Yurk
Donors
In Honor of
LeRoy & Loretta Crosier Colleen Culbertson Maxine Daugherty John & Bonnie Dauterrman Joan & Scott Davison DCIPA Management, LLC Al & Sally Densmore Timothy & Catherine Devitt Douglas Co. Friends of Doernbecher Jenny Doerner Doerner Vineyards Videll Dungey Doris Elst Phyllis Feldkamp Danny & Joan Forbess Allyn & Cheryl Ford Sally Ford Freres Foundation Ken & Connie Gentle Dianna George John & Eleni George Gleaves Swearingen Potter & Scott LLP Lynn & Christine Goodwin Kathleen Goranson Bettie Graf John & Judith Griffin
ABCT, Inc. David & Lisa Aldridge James & Tambra Allen Amedisys Hospice Care Dallas & Rhonda Amer Denny & Linda Atwood David & Lori Ayres Verna Bailey Shirley Baker Irene Barrett Dixie Bartholomew BETA ETA #1592 Timothy Bigelow Jim & Linda Blasi Jerold & Sue Ann Bowman Tami Braz Brenda Brumbach Ralph & Patricia Buono Bill & Pat Carelas Craig & Susan Christianson Eula & John Coil Colby Lemings Automotive Specialties Con-vey Keystone, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. James Cooper Helga Cornilsen William & Sue Cox
Nancy Groshong Kelly & Mona Guido Kirby Haaby Scott & Sherry Haber Emerson & Gloria Hall LeRoy & Betty Hanna Arnold & Gloria Hansen Helen Hanson Russ & Sue Harrington Eva & Eddie Harvey Garry & Kathy Heichel Richard & Jeanie Hendricks Joe & Shawn Henry Milt Herbert Loren & Jean Hinkle Frank & Joan Hoffman Maury Hudson Neil & Cathy Hummel Craig & Toni Jackson David & Marcia Jackson Ed & Marlene Jacquot Janie Johnson Margaret Johnson Philip & Connie Johnson Jeff & Jill Jones Thomas Jones Melanie Kate-Mason George & Shirley Keller
The Community Cancer Foundation would also like to extend a special Thank You to the following organizations Thank you for your support!
A Cut Above ~ Glide High School Girls Soccer Team ~ Josh Bidwell Foundation Rays Charitable Foundation ~ Roseburg Fred Meyer Run for Ohm ~ Lynn Stults Memorial Benefit Poker Run