We are thrilled to have secured funding through the American Rescue Plan Act to complete Phase II of CARTI El Dorado, our comprehensive cancer center serving South Arkansas. Dr. Jim Sheppard, a long-time family practice physician in the local community, said, “Three years ago, CARTI began a Phase I project of the CARTI Cancer Center … Continued
Though they may be experts on cancer, physicians may also have cancer risks. “Cancer does not discriminate,” says Dr. Yara Robertson, F.A.C.S, as she describes her battle with kidney cancer. Stories of breast cancer, lung cancer and others are are more common. However, she describes how more emphasis should be placed on listening to your … Continued
A recent project completed by the Krafty Belles – a crafting club at Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock – is bringing comfort and hope to breast cancer patients who have had a mastectomy or lumpectomy as part of their treatment. Read more about how these creative, compassionate high school students, led by club coordinator Tara … Continued
There are so many awards in the world of cancer care – just not the ones you might expect. Hear from our own Dr. Jerri Fant, breast cancer surgeon and recent recipient of Arkansas Money & Politics’ 10-year anniversary Top Ten recognition, about the surprisingly long-term relationships she builds with patients as part of their … Continued
Agalia Baker of Russellville was an advanced practice nurse working in women’s health when she was surprised by her own breast cancer diagnosis. The emotional journey that followed was often witnessed by Sam Makhoul, M.D. – medical oncologist and CARTI Medical Director – who encouraged Agalia to share her experience. Which she did. Agalia wrote … Continued
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (March 11, 2024) – Today, Arkansas marked the first use of Resensation®, an innovative breast cancer surgical procedure, designed to restore sensation after mastectomy. Together, Eric Wright, M.D., a board-certified plastic surgeon and Yara Robertson, M.D., CARTI’s medical director of surgery and breast surgical oncologist performed this procedure. “Losing one or both … Continued
Cancer treatment has a language all its own. At CARTI, we want every patient to understand all aspects of their cancer journey – and that includes learning some of the common terms you might hear as part of your cancer care. This list provides simple definitions from the National Cancer Institute, and can be a … Continued
From our first visit to the doctor as children to regular check-ups as adults, seeing a physician for wellness exams is a part of life. But as we get older, our health changes and more medical attention becomes necessary – and oftentimes, that means having routine cancer screenings. It can be overwhelming to learn about these … Continued
It can be uncomfortable for women to talk about urological issues. But it’s even more uncomfortable to experience them when you don’t know what to expect. Chances are, you know someone who has dealt with urological issues, whether it’s postpartum bladder leaks or back pain from pelvic floor dysfunction – so there’s no reason to suffer … Continued
Cervical cancer is considered one of the most treatable cancers – but it’s one of the least talked about. Many women assume that having a cervical cancer screening is only necessary when there’s a chance that they’ve developed it, but a yearly screening is actually the recommended norm. Knowing the facts doesn’t just break the stigma, … Continued
