and precisely treat the tumor and spare normal tissue
surrounding it. I mentioned technology as being one
of the biggest changes over the past twenty years. The
complexity of treatment has gone up considerably since
the early days of the Tri-Cities Cancer Center. It makes
for an improved patient experience.
Aside from the eradication of cancer (something we all
want), what do you hope to see at the Cancer Center
over the next twenty years?
I love the idea of integrated cancer care like our
Breast Center Program. These efforts provide greater
coordination, collaboration and cooperation between
many cancer specialists in our region. This provides
improved patient care. It is really exciting to see the
regional cancer care programs we have just launched!
I expect we will see additional coordinated efforts on
even a bigger scale than what we are currently doing.
Anything else you would like to add?
I feel honored to have watched individuals' ideas grow
into what is the Tri-Cities Cancer Center we know and
love now. Regarding patient care, I love making people
comfortable, reassuring people that everyone here is
coming along side them to provide the best care possible.
An interview with Kristi Rhodes
Dosimetrist and Radiation Therapist
Tri-Cities Cancer Center
It's Our People:
Kristi Rhodes
Things you may not know about Kristi:
·She hails from Murtaugh, Idaho. Current population 115
and a graduation high school class of nine
·She rode her own Harley-Davidson motorcycle for nine
years
·She likes fast cars (there are two Camaros in her family)
·She has five kids (two biological and three step children)
·Kristi has two miniature schnauzers named Sam and
Sophie. They are her "furkids"
Pain Series:
Pain Management
Presenter:
Steve Dechter, DO
Friday, February 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Join us as Dr. Steve Dechter from Pinnacle Pain
Center presents information on chronic low back
pain and sciatica.
Dr. Dechter is board certified in both Physical
Medicine and Rehabilitation, and in Pain Medicine.
His special interests in medicine include the
multidisciplinary management of musculoskeletal
joint and spine pain, as well as regenerative
medicine. A complimentary lunch will be provided
with a reservation.
Please RSVP by February 19th: (509) 737-3427
or online at www.tccancer.org
Look Good...
Feel Better®
Facilitator:
Robyn Stradely
Wednesday, February 19,
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Robyn will teach women going through cancer
treatment how to cope with skin changes and hair
loss that can result from cancer treatment. She will
instruct participants in application of cosmetics (a
complimentary cosmetic kit is provided) and how to
disguise hair loss, including eyebrows.
Sponsored by the American Cancer Society &
Tri-Cities Cancer Center Foundation.
Pre-Registration is required:
(509) 737-3427 or
online at www.tccancer.org