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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.
The Hidden Crisis in Cancer Care – Why FFPE Tissue Preservation is Failing Cancer Patients
When most patients are diagnosed with cancer, they assume their care team is preserving every possible option for future treatment. But in truth, a quiet failure happens in nearly every cancer case—before a second opinion can be given, before genomic testing can...
5 Things You Need To Know About Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, and understanding its nuances is crucial for early detection, effective treatment, and improved outcomes.1 While the news of any cancer diagnosis can be daunting, advancements in research and treatment offer...
Your Cancer, Your Control – Reclaiming Ownership in Cancer Care
When facing cancer, many patients describe feeling as though their lives have been hijacked and they have lost control of their own bodies. Medical appointments take over calendars, complex terminology clouds understanding, and critical decisions often feel rushed. In...
Cryopreservation of Tumor Tissue Explained
Dr. Ken Dixon, a retired cancer surgeon with over 40 years in practice explains why cryopreservation of tumor tissue is an important step in the fight against cancer. [video width="960" height="540"...
AI vs. Cryopreservation in PD-L1 Cancer Testing
Why Your PD-L1 Test Results May Be Missing Critical Information - And What You Can Do About It In the rapidly evolving world of precision oncology, diagnostic companies continue to develop sophisticated technologies to improve cancer testing. However, a critical...
The Cold Truth About Cancer Testing & Treatment – Why Cryopreservation Matters
Did you know that the accuracy of your cancer diagnosis—and potentially your treatment plan—could be compromised by how your tumor tissue is handled after surgery? This isn't just a minor technical detail; it could be the difference between getting the right treatment...