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For more than 35 years, Ken Dixon, M.D., FACS, a surgeon with Surgical Oncology of Northeast Georgia, has treated cancer patients in his practice located in Gainesville, Ga. After a lifetime taking care of cancer patients, and telling a patient or a family member ‘there is nothing left to do’ Dr. Dixon began a journey to do more. Hear more of Dr. Dixon’s thoughts directly from him from this blog.
Why Cryopreserving Your Tumor Tissue is a Game-Changer
A Modern Approach to Your Cancer Biopsy - Why Cryopreserving Your Tumor Tissue is a Game-Changer A cancer diagnosis, or even the suspicion of one, is one of the most frightening moments in a person's life. The immediate thought is, "What's the best way to fight...
In Cancer Treatment, “Good Enough” Should be Completely Unacceptable
I would like to link the differences between ffpe and cryopreserved tumor tissue with some of the philosophy of Karl Popper on the scientific method. While others may not see it this way, Popper thought that, as I recall, one cannot prove ground truth, one can only...
SpeciCare Opens Early Lung Cancer Clinical Trial to Patients as well as Pulmonary and Oncology Practices Nationwide
Gainesville, GA – August 7, 2025 – SpeciCare Clinical Trial Group has officially launched a nationwide enrollment effort for its latest study, which aims to validate a simple, non-invasive blood test capable of detecting lung cancer at its earliest and most treatable...
Deion Sanders’ Cancer Journey – Why Early Detection and Cryopreservation are Your MVPs in the Fight Against Cancer
Deion Sanders' cancer journey revealed. A revered figure in sports, Neon Deion has brought a critical conversation about cancer into the public spotlight. His candidness about his battle with bladder cancer serves as a powerful reminder for everyone to prioritize...
Will I Receive Standard Pathology before Cryopreservation of my Tumor Tissue?
Yes, you will absolutely still receive standard pathology when you opt to cryopreserve your tissue. These are two distinct and complementary processes, both vital for cancer diagnosis and treatment. Here's a breakdown of why and how they coexist: Standard Pathology...
Can Cryopreserved Tissue be Used in Clinical Trials?
Yes, absolutely! Cryopreserved tissue is not only used in clinical trials, but it's becoming increasingly critical and sought-after for many modern clinical trials, especially those in precision oncology and cell/gene therapy. The current standard of FFPE preservation...