West Cancer Center & Research Institute

West Cancer Center & Research Institute West Cancer Center & Research Institute is the Mid-South’s leader in adult cancer care.
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We combine cutting-edge research, personalized treatment, and compassionate support to provide hope and healing every step of the way. From our nationally renowned oncologists to some of the field's leading research scientists, patients at West Cancer Center & Research Institute are surrounded by a team of cancer experts and incredible support services throughout their cancer journey and beyond.

09/02/2026

👋 Welcome Dr. Gabriel Aleixo!

Dr. Aleixo joins our team with a passion for providing thoughtful, personalized care and helping patients feel informed and supported throughout their cancer journey. 🎗️

In this video, get to know Dr. Aleixo, hear what drew him to the field of oncology, and learn more about the approach he brings to caring for his patients.

We’re excited to have Dr. Aleixo as part of our West family and look forward to the expertise, compassion and dedication he will bring to patients across the Mid-South.

What does it mean to keep living fully while facing metastatic ? 💗A new USA TODAY feature shares the stories of Janet a...
09/02/2026

What does it mean to keep living fully while facing metastatic ? 💗

A new USA TODAY feature shares the stories of Janet and Vanessa, two women living with metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (mTNBC), and the ways they continue to find hope, ask questions and focus on the moments that matter most.

We’re especially honored to see Janet, who receives her cancer care here at West, share her story — from treasured weekends with her grandson Owen to the importance of finding a medical team you trust and understanding your treatment options.

The article also features Dr. Gregory Vidal, breast medical oncologist and our Director of Clinical Research, who provides insight into advances in mTNBC treatment and emphasizes the importance of individualized care and empowering patients to be active participants in treatment decisions.

Thanks to both ladies for sharing their experience so openly, and to Dr. Vidal for continuing to advocate for informed, patient-centered cancer care.

💗 Read their stories in USA TODAY:
https://www.usatoday.com/interactives/sponsor-story/gilead-oncology/facing-metastatic-triple-negative-breast-cancer/

09/02/2026

Everyone has a reason to Fight On. 💚

For Dr. Gregory Vidal, Breast Medical Oncologist and our Director of Clinical Research here at West, that reason is deeply personal.

After losing his mother to cancer and witnessing firsthand how limited access to care affected her treatment, Dr. Vidal devoted his career to helping ensure more patients have access to the cancer care and treatment options they need.

Today, that mission continues through his work at West — and it’s at the heart of what Fight On is all about.

Join us in helping bring hope and resources to more people facing cancer across the Mid-South by registering for West Fight On today at westfighton.org!

09/01/2026

💗 New Hope in Treatment 💗

We were excited to see a familiar face on Good Morning America!
Janet, who receives her cancer care here at West, recently shared her story as part of a national conversation about advances in the treatment of metastatic triple-negative breast cancer.

Her experience highlights the progress being made in breast cancer treatment and the new options bringing hope to patients & families.

Thank you, Janet, for sharing your story and helping bring greater awareness to the continued advancements in breast cancer care and research.

📽️: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/news/story/

09/01/2026

Check out Lifesigns' Lifestyle Medicine Provider, Maggie Mitchelle, alongside Kontji Anthony this morning on WREG News Channel 3!

08/31/2026

Our West network has received Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval to begin enrolling patients in the ChoICE Study, a nationwide study evaluating ProSense® for women age 70 and older with early-stage, low-risk .

Unlike traditional surgery, cryoablation is a minimally invasive treatment that destroys tumors by freezing them. ProSense® is currently the only FDA-authorized device for use with endocrine therapy in this specific patient population.

The ChoICE Study will include 400 patients across 30 sites nationwide, with West serving as one of the participating centers. The study at West will be led by Dr. Richard Gilmore, breast surgical oncologist here at Margaret West Comprehensive Breast Center.

Previous clinical trial results with ProSense® showed a 3.1% local recurrence rate, along with high satisfaction with cosmetic outcomes among both patients and physicians.

Patient enrollment is expected to begin in the coming weeks.

We’re excited to help advance research that explores less invasive treatment options and more choices for patients with breast cancer.

Learn more: https://finance.biggo.com/news/31da7c46-24ac-4add-949f-668c123def93

🫁 NEW SUPPORT GROUP 🫁LiveLung is launching a new lung cancer support group right here in Memphis!Join us September 1, 20...
08/28/2026

🫁 NEW SUPPORT GROUP 🫁

LiveLung is launching a new lung cancer support group right here in Memphis!

Join us September 1, 2026 for an opportunity to connect with others in the lung cancer community, find support, and learn from one of our medical oncologists, Dr. Jason Porter.

📅 September 1, 2026
📍 Hope Lodge Memphis (718 Union Ave., Memphis, TN)
🎤 Speaker: Jason Porter, MD
🥗 Lunch will be provided (must RSVP)

Whether you’re navigating lung cancer yourself or supporting someone you love, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with others who understand the journey.

Please RSVP at least 24 hours in advance using the registration link below.
>> https://forms.zohopublic.com/lynnlive1/form/MemphisLiveLungMeetingRegistration/formperma/GKxZiy_e7WMMO7v8wf9nWcygable-udG8hhPXUYc1vA

We hope you’ll join us as LiveLung begins building a strong, supportive lung cancer community in Memphis! 💚

08/26/2026

🏆 He won! 🏆
Congratulations to Dr. Jason Chandler, 2026 Memphis Business Journal Healthcare Hero for Healthcare Innovations!

Dr. Chandler received this incredible recognition for his work to bring CAR-T cell therapy to patients in the Mid-South, helping expand local access to one of the most advanced forms of cancer treatment available today.

Through his leadership, patients who may have once needed to travel far from home for this highly specialized therapy can now receive CAR-T treatment right here at West, surrounded by their families and the care team they know and trust.

We couldn’t think of a more deserving Healthcare Hero. 💚

Spiritual Reflection: CommunityNo one accomplishes meaningful work alone. Every patient experience is shaped by a networ...
08/26/2026

Spiritual Reflection: Community

No one accomplishes meaningful work alone. Every patient experience is shaped by a network of professionals, caregivers, family members, and volunteers working together for the good.

Community is built through shared purpose, mutual respect, and a willingness to support one another. It grows when people recognize that their individual contributions matter and that collective effort creates something larger than any one person could achieve.

At West Cancer Center, in the mundane and the monumental moments, our strength can come from what we do individually, but also from how we support one another and work collectively.

For patients and caregivers, community can be an important source of strength throughout the cancer journey. It reminds us that we do not have to walk through difficult moments alone.

As we close the summer, may we continue building a community marked by respect, compassion, collaboration, and quality care.

Our Hospitalist team plays a critical role in ensuring our patients continue to receive specialized, compassionate cance...
08/24/2026

Our Hospitalist team plays a critical role in ensuring our patients continue to receive specialized, compassionate cancer care — even when a hospital stay becomes part of their journey.

Across 7 Mid-South hospitals, these dedicated providers work alongside hospital teams to coordinate treatment, manage complex oncology conditions, and help patients and their families navigate some of the most difficult and uncertain moments of care. Just as importantly, they help create a seamless transition back to our in-clinic teams at West.

We’re excited to see the important work of our Hospitalists highlighted in the Memphis Business Journal's 2026 publication, celebrating those making a difference throughout the Mid-South.

Thank you to our entire Hospital team for showing up for our patients wherever and whenever they need you most. 💚

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