We have compiled a list of websites that we recommend for our patients on a variety of topics.
General Surgery
- Laparoscopy.com - An excellent review of laparoscopic resources on the Internet as well as pictures, movies, and written explanations of laparoscopic procedures
- American College of Surgeons
Cancer Information/Support/Research
- National Cancer Institute - Excellent resource for physicians and patients alike including overview of all types of cancers, as well as information on clinical trials and current research
- Center for Disease Control - Resources on a wide variety of health topics including cancer control and prevention
- Center Watch - Links to over 41,000 active industry and government-sponsored clinical trials, as well as new, and recently FDA approved, drug therapies in research
Breast Cancer Information/Support
- Oncotype DX - Information on this genetic test which is used to tailor breast cancer treatment and predict cancer metastasis or recurrence. Read about who qualifies for this test, the benefits and limitations, new research, and other pertinent information
- Breastcancer.org - A step by step guide to breast cancer from diagnosis to treatment. An online copy of the printed material we provide newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in the office
- American Cancer Society - A comprehensive resource of all cancer patients with information on treatment, support, and research for cancer patients, family, caregivers, friends, and survivors
- Susan G. Koman for the Cure - a guide to getting involved in breast cancer awareness through participation in community events, donation to research, and advocacy for early detection through routine screening
- Smith Farm Center for Healing and the Arts - "a Washington, DC-based nonprofit health, education and creative arts organization that serves individuals, families and communities affected by cancer and other serious illness"
- Network of Strength - formerly Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization, offers breast cancer information, support, programs and services, and ways to get involved in breast cancer advocacy
- American Society of Breast Surgeons
- American Society of Breast Disease
Finance/Insurance Resources
- Questions and Answers About Health Insurance- A Consumers Guide - an Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality online publication including general health insurance plan information as well as an excellent glossary of common insurance terminology
- Medicare and You 2009 - current costs, coverage, preventative services, health and prescription drug plans, and rights and appeals published annually by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
- Carefirst.com - an essential resource for all Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield patients offering online account access, plan and coverage information, online claims status, etc
Bariatric/Weight Loss Resources
- ObesityHelp.com - a support website designed to assist people in overcoming obesity with information on a variety of topics including diet, exercise, gastric bypass surgery, finding a bariatric surgeon, support groups, insurance help
- Lapband.com - Tips on gathering information about weight loss surgery, how to prepare for surgery, and life after surgery
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery - search engine for locating a ASMB bariatric surgeon in your area, as well as information on the role of bariatric surgery in the treatment of metabolic disorders
Other Useful Websites
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Georgetown University Medical Center - Local support group information, community outreach programs as well as current research and news