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A new diagnosis of colorectal cancer can be overwhelming — but you’re not alone. In this video, Dr. Jamie Cannon, colorectal surgeon at UAMS Health, offers insight, clarity, and hope to patients facing this diagnosis. She addresses common fears and myths, including misconceptions about survival rates and the need for a permanent colostomy bag. Dr. Cannon explains how most colorectal cancers are highly treatable, and in many cases, curable. With advancements in both surgery and medical treatments like chemotherapy and radiation, some patients may not even require surgery at all. At UAMS, each patient receives a personalized treatment plan from a collaborative team of specialists — including surgeons, medical oncologists, and radiation oncologists — all working together for the best possible outcome. Dr. Cannon also emphasizes the life-saving importance of colorectal cancer screening, especially starting at age 45. Preventative measures like colonoscopy can detect and remove precancerous polyps before cancer ever develops.
