Northwell Cancer Institute

Through chemotherapy and rounds of radiation, she endured some of the toughest battles of her life—but through it all, she never lost sight of her reason to fight: her children. When she received the difficult news that surgery would still be necessary to fully overcome rectal cancer, she could have felt defeated. Instead, she met the challenge with unwavering perseverance, drawing strength from the love of her family and the expert care of Dr. Procaccino. With every obstacle she faced, she refused to back down. Today, she stands as a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of hope. 💙#ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

Getting a colonoscopy? Fear not. We asked our incredible nurse navigators, Giana Marino MBA, BSN, RN, Shayla Austin, RN, BSN, and Mariella Gotti MSN, RN, to take a moment out of their day to explain: How does it all work? Let's break it down: 🔹 Colonoscopy is the gold standard for screening because it detects and prevents colorectal cancer. 🔹 Screening for people of average risk starts at age 45. 🔹 Know your family history — it may mean you need to get screened earlier. People often fixate on how unpleasant a colonoscopy sounds, but in reality, it’s just a day of discomfort that’s necessary for your peace of mind. Want the full details on a colonoscopy? Read more from The Well by Northwell 👉 https://bit.ly/41OaGXj

Ever wonder what a doctor sees during a colonoscopy? Take a look inside a colon with John Ricci, MD, chief of colorectal surgery, and Henry Jen, MD, director of endoscopy/advanced endoscopy at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Curious to know what happens during a colonoscopy? Get more from The Well by Northwell 👉 https://bit.ly/49kkr27

Northwell Health is raising awareness of colorectal cancer across Westchester with the county executive, Kenneth Jenkins. Christine Molmenti, PhD, MPH, associate professor, Institute of Cancer Research, at The Feinstein Institutes, and Parul Shukla, MD, regional chief of colon and rectal surgery for Westchester, led the way in awareness and educating the community. Listen in ⤵️

Colorectal cancer myths—debunked! Our medical experts are breaking down common misconceptions with evidence-based facts about risk factors, screening, and prevention. Did you know that regular screenings can detect precancerous polyps before they become cancerous? Early detection significantly improves treatment outcomes. Stay informed, prioritize your health, and take control of your well-being. 💙 #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

Women in the U.S. are experiencing a sharp increase in cancer rates, with some age groups having a higher likelihood of developing cancer than men. By adopting healthier diets and undergoing preventative screenings, women can lower their risk of certain cancers like colorectal and cervical. Richard R. Barakat MD, MBA, physician-in-chief and executive director of the Northwell Cancer Institute, breaks down the risk factors and what steps women can take to protect themselves: https://bit.ly/3WZx0Mi

In honor of raising awareness, the Long Island Jewish Medical Center brought the colon from inside of you to right in front of your eyes with a giant inflatable version of the organ in tandem with information. “You see this thing, and people say, ‘Well, why is that there?’” said John Ricci, MD, chief of colorectal surgery. “And it’s because colon cancer is something you should be thinking about… Sometimes, you need to be reminded of the things you need to do.” Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4hjlq63

Hassan Rahim never imagined he would one day be on the receiving end of the care he supports. But after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, he found himself relying on the very healthcare team he had long trusted and supported. With the expertise of Marc Greenwald, MD, the unwavering support of his wife Sahar, and the dedication of his care team, Hassan faced one of the most challenging battles of his life — both physically and emotionally. His advice to others: “Just be positive and prepare yourself to fight. Your body is the most valuable thing to fight for.” Watch as Hassan shares his journey and gratitude for those who stood by him every step of the way. 🎥💙 #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth

Last week, I participated in a panel discussion during Northwell Health Health's 2nd Annual Early Onset Colorectal Cancer Symposium with Westchester, NY Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, M.D. Parul Shukla Sarah Hodgdon and Christine Molmenti The symposium was a multi-disciplinary event spanning a broad range of young onset colorectal cancer topics from prevention/early detection to treatment and survivorship, to impact on the community.. It was an honor to help bring awareness and education about the growing incidence of young onset colorectal cancer and share the valuable resources and support available through the Colorectal Cancer Alliance Cancer Alliance at colorectalcancer.org. #colorectalcancer  #colorectalcancerawareness #colorectalcancerscreening #colorectalcancertreatment #colorectalcancerresearch #colorectalcancerawarenessmonth #NorthwellHealth #colorectalcancersymposium

Join the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center for our 6th annual patient and family forum. Details below ⤵️