Dr. Raye Abella-Gavile . Medical Oncologist

04/10/2026

Timely diagnosis saves lives.💗

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Timely diagnosis saves lives. Take a second look 👀 at your breasts.⁣ If you notice changes to your breasts, such as a lump, pitting of the skin or pain, go and see a health practitioner for a check-up. ⁣
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Most breast lumps are not cancerous. Those that are, can be more effectively treated if identified early.

✅ Check your breasts ⁣
✅ Get screened regularly ⁣
✅ See your doctor ⁣
✅ Get your annual mammogram done

20/09/2026

Things Cancer Patients Wished Strangers Did While They Were Fighting Cancer🎗️

Sometimes, it’s not the big things that patients remember. It’s the small acts of kindness from people who barely knew what they were going through.

Cancer may be part of their story, but it is not their whole identity.

Behind the diagnosis is still a person who wants to live, laugh, love, work, make memories, and feel normal🤎

17/09/2026

Breast cancer is highly curable if detected in its early stages and adequate treatment is provided.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women globally and represents approximately a quarter of all cancers that occur in women every year.

With 1 in 6 cancer deaths among women worldwide, breast cancer is also the leading cause of cancer deaths among women globally.

Breast cancer is highly curable if detected in its early stages and adequate treatment is provided.

07/09/2026

Grateful to be part of the Preceptorship in Precision Medicine by GI Cancer Trials in Sydney.

An enriching experience learning from experts, exchanging perspectives, and gaining valuable insights into the evolving landscape of precision medicine in gastrointestinal cancers.

For better care, and a better future for people with GI cancers.🎗️

01/09/2026

Honored to have been invited as a Resource Speaker by the Teresita Jalandoni Provincial Hospital- Department of Internal Medicine, to discuss on “Care of the Adult Cancer Patient at the End-of-Life.”

Grateful for the opportunity to share my knowledge and perspective on providing care that goes beyond treatment- to provide comfort, preserve dignity, and support patients and their families through every step of their journey.🤍

29/08/2026

🎗️ Don’t wait for symptoms to develop before taking care of your health.

With PhilHealth YAKAP, eligible Filipinos can access preventive care services and recommended cancer screening tests based on their age, s*x, and risk factors, for the following cancers:

🎀 Breast cancer
🔷 Colorectal cancer
🫁 Lung cancer
🔸Liver Cancer

✨ Early detection can save lives.
If you’re eligible for YAKAP, ask your YAKAP-accredited facility about the cancer screening appropriate for you.

Your health is worth checking. Start today. 💙🎗️

Ang maagang pagsusuri ay maaaring magligtas ng buhay. Sa tulong ng PhilHealth YAKAP, mas madaling ma-access ng mga Pilipino ang mga screening test na kailangan para sa maagang detection ng cancer.

Kung ikaw ay isang registered PhilHealth beneficiary, maaring lumapit at kumonsulta sa YAKAP-accredited doctor.

Para sa kumpletong impormasyon tungkol sa PhilHealth YAKAP:
📞 (02) 866-225-88
🌐 philhealth.gov.ph/yakap

20/08/2026

We can’t control everything when it comes to cancer—but there are things we can do to help lower our risk. 🎗️

12/08/2026

WHY CANCER TREATMENT IS NOT THE SAME FOR EVERY PATIENT

“But my friend has the same cancer. Why is her treatment different from mine?”

This is one of the most common questions I hear from patients.

The truth is: cancer treatment is not one-size-fits-all.

If someone you know has the same cancer as you but receives a different treatment, it doesn't necessarily mean that one of you is receiving the “wrong” treatment.

Cancer care is personalized care. The goal is to find the treatment that is most appropriate, effective, and safe for you.🎗️

Every cancer is different.
Every patient is different.
Every treatment plan should be individualized.🩵

08/08/2026

To every patient fighting cancer, may you be gentle with yourself and take it one day, one step, one moment at a time.

You are doing better than you think.🫶

30/07/2026

Frequently Asked Questions Before Chemotherapy🤎

Starting chemotherapy can feel overwhelming, especially if it's your first treatment. Here are answers to some of the questions patients ask most often:

1. How long does the first chemotherapy session take?
It may take several hours because the team checks your health, prepares the medicines, and explains the treatment.

2. Can I eat before chemotherapy?
Many patients can eat a light meal, but always follow the instructions from your care team.

3. What should I bring with me to my chemotherapy session?
Bring water, light snacks if allowed, a phone charger, headphones, a book, your medicine list, and identification.

4. Will chemotherapy hurt?
You may feel a small pinch when the intravenous line or port is accessed, but the infusion itself is usually not painful.

5. Will I feel sick immediately after my first chemotherapy?
Some people feel tired or nauseous afterward, while others feel well. Side effects can begin later that day or over the next few days.

6. Can someone come with me to my chemotherapy session?
Many treatment centers allow a support person, but you should check the clinic’s rules before your appointment.

7. Can I drive home after chemotherapy?
It may be safer to arrange transportation after the first session because some medicines can cause tiredness or sleepiness.

8. When will hair loss begin after chemotherapy?
Hair loss usually does not happen immediately. When it occurs, it often begins a few weeks after treatment starts. Then again depends on the type of chemotherapy.

9. When should I contact my healthcare team after chemotherapy?
Call immediately for fever, breathing problems, chest pain, severe vomiting, heavy bleeding, confusion, or an allergic reaction.

10. Is it normal to feel nervous before my first chemotherapy session?
Yes. Feeling nervous before the first session is very common. Asking questions and knowing what to expect can help you feel more prepared.

Read here:
https://oncodaily.com/oncolibrary/first-chemotherapy