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For Southwest Louisiana resident Sharron Thompson, early detection and the expert care she received at CHRISTUS Ochsner were lifesaving. “My husband noticed me being very short of breath,” says Sharron. Concerned, he brought her to their doctor. A routine heart scan detected a spot on her lung. A series of tests quickly confirmed she had stage I non-small cell lung cancer.
Conveniently Located in Lake Charles
Thankfully, Sharron didn’t have to go far for excellent patient care. CHRISTUS Ochsner is conveniently located in Lake Charles, LA, bringing advanced medical technologies to the region without needing to travel to cities like Houston.
Sharron’s case was referred to the CHRISTUS Ochsner Multidisciplinary Tumor Board, a team of specialists, including surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pulmonologists and other experts. The board reviews each patient’s case and tailors a treatment plan specifically for them.
Sharron’s next step was to meet with Dr. Daniel Beckles, who shared that she was an excellent candidate for surgery rather than chemotherapy or radiation. Dr. Beckles met with the Thompsons to answer any questions they might have and to help Sharron feel at ease.
Expert, Supportive Care
On the day of her surgery, Sharron arrived at CHRISTUS Ochsner supported by her care team. Dr. Beckles and his team used small incisions and robotic-assisted tools to precisely remove Sharron’s tumor in the least invasive procedure possible.
Thanks to minimally invasive techniques, which reduce pain, scarring and help patients recover faster with fewer complications, Sharron recovered quickly. Later that evening, “I was sitting up in a chair and talking to my husband,” she says.
The Thompsons credit CHRISTUS Ochsner for being able to successfully treat Sharron’s cancer while helping her feel at ease – without having to go far from home.
For more information about CHRISTUS Ochsner, visit christushealth.org.