For immediate release Aug. 28, 2008

5th Annual Cancer Update

GOSHEN, Ind. - Goshen Center for Cancer Care is offering its 5th Annual Cancer Update for the non Oncologist, a valuable resource in learning about the latest advances in cancer care, on Sept. 12.

This annual event serves as an avenue between experts and those outside the oncology field, including primary care physicians, mid-level providers and nurses. Discussions during the all-day event will range from diet, lifestyle and prevention to the latest screening, diagnostic and treatment options. It's an excellent opportunity to hear from those who are leading the fight against cancer.

After the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to discuss approved protocols for screening and diagnosing cancer, asses the clinical relevance and efficacy of existing and new approaches to surgical and medical treatment of cancer; and summarize the pain management and other palliative cares for patients with cancer.

The Cancer Update will last from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 12 in the Arbor Conference Room of Goshen General Hospital, 200 High Park Ave., Goshen IN. For online registration, visit www.goshencancer.org. For more information, call 574-535-2753. Indiana University School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s).™

5th Annual Cancer Update Topics and Presenters:

BREAST CANCER RISK REDUCTION
Laura L. Morris, MD, MBA, FACS, Goshen Center for Cancer Care

GERD: IS IT JUST GERD?
Gary Cornette, MD, Goshen Gastroenterology

ISSUES IN PEDIATRIC CANCER
Tim Griffin, MD, Memorial Hospital, South Bend, IN

COULD THIS PATIENT HAVE LUNG CANCER?
Daniel Bruetman, MD, Goshen Center for Cancer Care

DIET & LIFESTYLE IN THE PREVENTION OF CANCER

CANCER & DEPRESSION
Morry Edwards, PhD, Neuropsychology Associates, Kalamazoo, MI
Timothy McFadden, MD, Oaklawn, Goshen, IN

DIAGNOSING & PREVENTING SKIN CANCER
Kristan Rheinheimer, NP, Goshen Center for Cancer Care

PROSTATE CANCER-TO SCREEN OR NOT TO SCREEN?
Anthony Avallone, MD, Goshen Center for Cancer Care

About Goshen Center for Cancer Care:
The Goshen Center for Cancer Care is a leader in innovative cancer treatment. They were among the first to adopt a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment. They offer holistic programs for strengthening minds as well as bodies, place a premium on family involvement and spiritual needs, and encourage patients to play a decision-making role in treatment selection. Through this integrative team approach, the center provides medical, radiation, nuclear and surgical oncology as well as naturopathic medicine.

The Goshen Center for Cancer Care is involved in, and sponsors, a number of clinical trials. Additionally, prevention, screening, diagnostic and treatment trials are conducted at the Goshen Center for Cancer Care, as well as quality of life trials and genetic trials. Clinical trials offered include treatments for breast cancer, colon cancer, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, lung cancer, esophageal cancer, head and neck cancer, liver cancer, melanoma, myeloma, prostate cancer and pancreatic cancer. To find out more about the Goshen Center for Cancer Care or Goshen Health System, call 866-561-HOPE or visit www.goshencancer.org.

About Goshen Health System:
Goshen Health System is a not-for-profit provider of health care that includes Goshen General Hospital, The Goshen Center for Cancer Care, Park Home Medical Equipment, PrimeCare Physician Network, Team:Bariatrics, The Retreat Women's Health Center and Indiana Lakes Managed Care Organization. The health system is an affiliate partner of Clarian Health. For more information about Goshen Health System, contact Bridget Levitz, Public Relations Coordinator at 574-535-2776 or visit www.goshenhealth.org.