Free Lecture to Provide the Latest Information on Pancreatic Cancer

FORT MYERS, Fla. - Jan. 12, 2015 - PRLog -- 21^st Century Oncology, the nation’s leading provider of integrated cancer care, is pleased to announce a complimentary lecture about pancreatic cancer on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Northern Trust Bank, 8060 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL 33919. The event is open to the public and a light dinner will be served.

Pancreatic cancer is a deadly disease, affecting an estimated 46,420 people in 2014, according to the American Cancer Society. Of those, more than 39,000 people, or 85 percent of those, will die from the disease.

The lecture, titled “Pancreatic Cancer: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment,” will provide the local community with up-to-date information, practical advice and answers to questions, including nutritional challenges, about pancreatic cancer from leaders in the field.

Presenters at the lecture include: Constantine Mantz, M.D., Board Certified Radiation Oncologist with 21^st Century Oncology, Steven Goldin, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S., M.P.H., C.P.H., Board Certified Surgical Oncologist and Fellowship-Trained Advanced Gastrointestinal Surgeon with 21^st Century Oncology, Syed Zafar, M.D., Board Certified Medical Oncologist with Florida Cancer Specialists and Valerie Butram, M.S., R.D., C.S.O., L.D.N., Board Certified Specialist Oncology Dietitian with Lee Memorial Health System.

“Raising awareness about this disease and providing education about the screening methods and treatments available is very important for our community,” says Dr. Mantz. “Hosting this lecture is a great way to keep those in our community informed about their options.”

To reserve a space at the lecture, call Sherri Kubesh at (239) 839-6015 or Sherri.Kubesh@21co.com. Seating is limited.

For more information about our services, visit http://www.21stCenturyOncology.com.

About 21^st Century Oncology:

21^st Century Oncology is the largest global, physician led provider of Integrated Cancer Care services. The company offers a comprehensive range of cancer treatment services, focused on delivering academic quality, cost-effective patient care in personal and convenient settings. As of December 31, 2014, the company operated 181 treatment centers, including 145 centers located in 17 states. The company also operates 36 centers located in six countries in Latin America. The company holds market-leading positions in most of its domestic local markets and abroad.