University Cancer & Blood Center

University Cancer & Blood Center Compassionate, comprehensive cancer care in your community.

University Cancer & Blood Center’s highly skilled medical professionals, whose backgrounds include working at the nation’s leading cancer centers, provide every patient with the most advanced cancer care available in an atmosphere of caring and compassion.

This Gastric Cancer Awareness Month, we're highlighting the importance of early detection!Early detection for gastric ca...
11/05/2025

This Gastric Cancer Awareness Month, we're highlighting the importance of early detection!

Early detection for gastric cancer is crucial for positive outcomes, especially as individuals may not experience symptoms until the disease has progressed significantly.

The High-Risk GI Clinic at University Cancer & Blood Center and University Health Alliance combines state-of-the-art technology with expert clinical supervision for earlier detection of GI Cancer.

Our full-scale approach includes:
💙 Imaging
💙 Detailed history and physical
💙 Risk reduction strategies to include healthy behaviors, medications, and/or surgeries
💙 Formal genetic counseling when appropriate

We are proud to offer a wide range of diagnostic and treatment services all in one location.

While you may be referred by your physician, you can also refer yourself by calling (706) 715-2006!

Please note that all UCBC offices will be closing early this Friday (November 7th) for a staff appreciation event! 🎉We a...
11/04/2025

Please note that all UCBC offices will be closing early this Friday (November 7th) for a staff appreciation event! 🎉

We are endlessly thankful for the heart and dedication our team brings to work every day, and can't wait to show them some extra love when we gather today. 💙

This week, we celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week — honoring the experts behind CT, nuclear medicine, MRI, X-r...
11/03/2025

This week, we celebrate National Radiologic Technology Week — honoring the experts behind CT, nuclear medicine, MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, mammography, and radiation therapy.

Their skill and compassion make a world of difference in cancer care! ❤️

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we reflect on the care, commitment, and compassion that define UCBC.O...
10/31/2025

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we reflect on the care, commitment, and compassion that define UCBC.

Our team — led by providers like Dr. Cody Gunn, Breast Surgeon — reminds us that this work is deeply personal. It’s about every patient’s story, every step of the journey, and the promise to stand together in hope.

“For us, it’s more than personal — it’s a promise. Every patient, every story, every moment matters. At UCBC, we stand together in the fight against breast cancer, committed to care that goes beyond treatment — it’s compassion, dedication, and hope in action.”
— Dr. Cody Gunn, Breast Surgeon

💗 Together, we continue to raise awareness, provide exceptional care, and support every person impacted by breast cancer — because at UCBC, it’s more than pink, it’s personal.

October was filled with hope, celebration, and education. is always a special time for the UCBC community, and this ye...
10/31/2025

October was filled with hope, celebration, and education. is always a special time for the UCBC community, and this year was no exception.

🩷 UCBC and UHA team members, as well as referring providers, showed their support by wearing pink throughout the month of October.
🩷 Dr. Ashley Ray presented at Neal Grove Baptist Church in Commerce, sharing information on breast health and breast cancer awareness.
🩷 Toccoa UCBC staff participated in and supported the Toccoa 5K Breast Cancer Run, raising awareness and community spirit.
🩷 UCBC represented at the Winder Health Fair, offering education and resources on breast health and early detection.

10/31/2025

Pride and love. ❤️ Those are the emotions UCBC team member Kimberly Liebowitz felt as she rang the bell after completing her last chemotherapy treatment.

In this final chapter of her story, Kimberly—alongside her UCBC care team—reflects on how a personalized and intentional care plan helped guide her to recovery.

Her story is not only one of strength and resilience, but also of courage to turn a vulnerable diagnosis into an opportunity to raise life-saving awareness for others.

Join us in celebrating Kimberly and her inspiring path to healing and survivorship.

10/29/2025

At UCBC-UHA, breast health is more than pink — it’s personal. 💗

From your first screening to treatment and beyond, our dedicated team of providers is here to guide you through every step of your breast health journey. Together, we’re raising awareness, supporting strength, and providing compassionate, expert care.

At UCBC, our team goes beyond care — we walk beside our patients every step of the way.“It’s an honor to serve as a poin...
10/27/2025

At UCBC, our team goes beyond care — we walk beside our patients every step of the way.

“It’s an honor to serve as a point person for patients facing breast surgery. This can be a scary and uncertain time for patients and their families, and I feel truly privileged to be considered a trusted resource. I take pride in my role whether it is answering questions, explaining procedures, or simply listening and helping to ease anxiety so patients can focus on their care and healing.”
– Casey Freeman, RN, BSN, CBCN
Nurse Navigator – UCBC Breast Health Center

Because at UCBC, it’s more than pink — it’s personal.

10/23/2025

Cancer affects the whole family, and your care should, too. 💗

In the latest segment of her story, UCBC team member Kimberly Liebowitz shares how emotional support from her family and her care team made all the difference. She highlights the power of empathy and "the little things"—from a warm blanket and a cup of coffee to nurses checking in with her husband.

At University Cancer & Blood Center, we provide this holistic approach because we know that true healing involves caring for the entire patient, including their mental and emotional health.

Watch as Kimberly, Dr. Amanda Hathaway, and Dr. Ashley Ray discuss the essential role of emotional support and community, and stay tuned for the final segment of Kimberly's story, coming next week!

Kimberly Liebowitz, a team member at University Cancer & Blood Center (UCBC), was interviewed today by WAGA Fox 5 for it...
10/21/2025

Kimberly Liebowitz, a team member at University Cancer & Blood Center (UCBC), was interviewed today by WAGA Fox 5 for its Fox Local streaming app. She bravely shared her personal and inspiring journey with breast cancer. Kimberly spoke about the importance of regular mammograms, the power of early detection, and how her experience has given her a new outlook on life. We’re proud of her courage and grateful for her advocacy. 💕

10/16/2025

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we continue sharing the courageous journey of UCBC team member Kimberly Liebowitz. In Part 2 of her story, Kimberly opens up about her treatment experience at University Cancer & Blood Center — where she knew, without hesitation, she wanted to receive care.

At UCBC, Kimberly found world-class cancer care close to home in Athens. With everything she needed under one roof and a compassionate care team by her side, she felt supported every step of the way — a crucial factor during the most challenging moments of her treatment.

One powerful part of her journey was her decision to use cool-capping therapy — an innovative treatment that can reduce hair loss during chemotherapy. This helped Kimberly maintain a sense of self, allowing her to look in the mirror and still see herself throughout the process.

Stay tuned — Part 3 of Kimberly’s journey is coming soon!

Our very own Heather Wheatley, NP, leads UCBC’s High-Risk Breast Health Program with compassion and vision.“As breast ca...
10/15/2025

Our very own Heather Wheatley, NP, leads UCBC’s High-Risk Breast Health Program with compassion and vision.

“As breast cancer care advances, our High-Risk Clinic is evolving too — focused on earlier detection and stronger prevention strategies.”

At UCBC, it’s more than pink — it’s personal.

We’re offering extended hours this October — call to schedule your mammogram or an appointment with Heather Wheatley, NP today.

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Athens, GA
30607

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Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
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