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Lung Cancer Video Library - The Basics of a Lung Cancer Workup

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Dr. Gerard Silvestri, Medical University of South Carolina, describes the steps necessary to work up a lung cancer diagnosis, from initial scan to choice of treatment.

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Lung Cancer Video Library - What Are Pulmonary Function Tests, and How Are They Used?

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Dr. Gerard Silvestri, Medical University of South Carolina, defines pulmonary function testing, and describes how lung cancer surgeons use them.

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Lung Cancer Video Library - PET Scan Imaging: What Does It Tell Us?

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Dr. Gerard Silvestri, Medical University of South Carolina, discusses the use of PET scans in lung cancer workup.

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Lung Cancer Video Library - How a Diagnosis of Lung Cancer is Made: The Biopsy

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Dr. Gerard Silvestri, Medical University of South Carolina, describes several procedures used to obtain biopsy tissue in order to diagnose lung cancer.

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Lung Cancer Video Library - Potential Advantages, Disadvantages and Limitations of Lung Cancer Screening

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Dr. Gerard Silvestri, Medical University of South Carolina, discusses the benefits and drawbacks of lung cancer screenings.

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Lung Cancer Video Library - Detecting Lung Cancer: Presenting Symptoms

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Dr. Gerard Silvestri, Medical University of South Carolina, describes some of the typical presenting symptoms of lung cancer.

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What Are You Grateful For?

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“Gratitude is one of the most medicinal emotions we can feel.” (Sara Avant Stover) Thank you for joining GRACE in our #LCAM15 activities.

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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

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Even in the world of lung cancer, there are things to be grateful for. This November, join GRACE as we celebrate them with doctors, patients and caregivers.

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