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Minnesota Oncology News July 2014

In This Issue

Hope in Motion Survivor Stories

MN Oncology Chaska Clinic Opens August 4

Organic vs. Non-Organic Foods

New Physician Joins MNO

Meet Our New Advanced Practice Providers

MN Oncology Fridley Clinic Nurse Honored

Save the Date for Cancer Survivor Conference

Summer Events for Families Facing Cancer

Upcoming Events & Support Groups

Cancer Survivor Wellness Program Classes:

7/15 - The Heart of the Matter: Healing Our Emotions Through Forgiveness

7/17 - Healing Through Creativity and Spirituality

7/29 - Art Therapy

8/7 - Body Weight and Cancer: What's the Connection?

8/19 - Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Balanced Way of Life

Support Groups:

Fridley Support Groups

Coon Rapids Support Groups

Other Local Support Groups

Look Good, Feel Better Class Schedules

Community Events:

7/13 - Hope in Motion

8/2 - Miles for Melanoma

8/16 - Twin Cities Lung Run/Walk

Stay Connected

Hope in Motion Survivor Stories

Although severe weather on June 1 led to the cancellation of Hope in Motion on National Cancer Survivors Day, the event has been rescheduled for Sunday, July 13. Registration is open for the new Hope in Motion date. Click here for more information.

Six survivors who will participate in Hope in Motion agreed to share their inspirational stories with us. Read more...

Minnesota Oncology Chaska Clinic - Opening August 2014

Minnesota Oncology will open its 11th clinic location - in Chaska - on August 4, 2014. The Chaska Clinic will be located in the Lakeview Professional Building at the southwest corner of Hwy 41 and Pioneer Trail overlooking Lake Grace in Chaska.

Organic vs. Non-Organic Foods

"Should I choose organic foods?" is a frequent question asked by many patients and those concerned about cancer prevention or recurrence. A common complaint shortly thereafter is "They are so expensive." Most cancer patients want to do anything that may help their survival and prevent cancer recurrence, but is buying organic going to improve one's health? Read more...

New Physician Joins Minnesota Oncology

Dr. Purvi Gada

Purvi Gada, M.B.B.S., began practicing with Minnesota Oncology in June 2014. Dr. Gada will treat patients at our Edina Clinic until the Chaska location opens in August 2014. She comes to Minnesota Oncology from University of Minnesota Physicians Cancer Care at Fairview- Maple Grove where she has practiced since 2010.

Dr. Gada's areas of interest include benign hematological disorders, hematologic malignancies, solid organ cancers, and breast cancer. Read more...

Meet Our New Advanced Practice Providers

Minnesota Oncology is please to announce the recent addition of four new Advanced Practice Providers:

Crystal Bryant, RN, DNP
Kelli Daly, RN, CNP
Robin Uithoven, RN, MAN, AOCNP

Kelly Young, RN, OCN, DNP

Save the Date for Becoming Well Within

Becoming Well Within is a one-day conference for cancer survivors and those who love them. Minnesota Oncology is proud to once again be the presenting sponsor of this day of inspiration, connections, laughter and learning. Save the date for Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Prom Center in Oakdale, MN.

For event details and to register, click here.

Summer Events for Families Facing Cancer

Some great free events are coming up for families facing cancer. Angel Foundation offers activities to adults with cancer and their school-age children. Coming up this month: Urban Adventures for Teens July 12 and a family pool party July 13. For more information about Angel Foundation summer events for families, click here.

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