Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute

Kalliope Dontas was trying to juggle a number of stressful life events when an unexpected breast cancer diagnosis flipped her world upside down. With strength, resilience and the incredible support of Lehigh Valley Health Network, Ann Marie McDermott, MD, from LVPG Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lori Alfonse, DO, from Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute, and Randolph Wojcik, MD, from Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence, Kalliope fought through surgeries and found a new perspective on life. 💪 Her journey is a reminder that with the right mindset and support, we can face any challenge life throws our way. ✨Read her powerful story of survival and transformation:https://bit.ly/48oMTA7

At 82, John Herman is no stranger to life’s challenges, but he remains dedicated to caring for Mary, his wife of 60 years.💕 When John was diagnosed with low-grade prostate cancer, his team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, including urologist Angelo Baccala, MD, Deputy Physician in Chief, Innovation and Program Development, with Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence, worked with him to find a treatment plan that fit his life. Thanks to a groundbreaking nonsurgical option — high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) 💡— John is back to doing what he loves: being there for Mary and spending time with their family 👨👩👧👦. Learn more about John’s inspiring journey and the innovative care he received at LVHN: https://bit.ly/3BXrcLs

On October 5, The Pink Ribbon Ride at Bucks County Horse Park celebrated its 20th anniversary! Over the past decade, it has been a huge success with participants riding, walking and running to help women whose lives are affected by breast cancer. Entry fees, along with other fundraising efforts, are donated to the Pink Ribbon Fund at the Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute to benefit Breast Health Services at LVHN. Almost $8,000 was raised this year. Total funds raised by this event since its inception are over $137,000. Thank you to everyone involved. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

HUGE thank you to Ferrous and the Lehigh Valley IronPigs for helping to raise $10k for Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute's Prager Patient Assistance Fund during their #strikeoutcancer night at the ballpark. The Prager Patient Assistance Fund is a program that provides financial support to people facing cancer. All donations to this fund go toward supporting our patients’ day-to-day nonmedical expenses while they are receiving cancer treatment, including: 💗 Cable and cellphone bills 💗 Gift cards for food and travel expenses 💗 Nonmedical insurance costs 💗 Rent and utility payments 💗 Wigs

🏌️♂️🏌️♀️ The first-ever Pocono Golf Classic brought the community together to raise over $70,000 for the Dale and Frances Hughes Cancer Center at LVH–Pocono, part of Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute. With the generous support of 72 golfers and 16 sponsors, this event will help advance comprehensive cancer care and clinical trials in the Pocono region. A special thank you to all who made this event a success, especially our Title Sponsors, Joe and Maureen Topper, for their incredible support. As Cornelio Catena, President of LVH–Pocono, said, "We are absolutely thrilled with today’s turnout, which has exceeded all expectations." Together, we are making a difference for local cancer patients. 💙📖 Read more about how: https://bit.ly/3BY9asn

Ladies Night with Dr. Alfonse and Dr. Sareen 🎀 Q&A for Women’s Health, Presented by Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute. Get your pink on and popcorn ready for a virtual intimate ladies’ night with Lori Alfonse, DO, surgical oncologist, Priya Sareen, MD, diagnostic radiologist, and hostess with the mostest Steph Wells! We’re celebrating #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth with a fun, informative Q&A about women’s health.

As Deputy Physician in Chief of Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute, Dr. Alfonse has witnessed Lehigh Valley Health Network’s incredible growth from a single building to a robust health care network that’s now expanding its reach and capabilities through a groundbreaking collaboration with Jefferson. Dr. Alfonse’s journey into medicine was inspired by her own family’s battles, driving her to bring compassion and innovation to the field. From playing a leading role in the integration of LVHN and Jefferson’s oncology teams to envisioning a future breast surgery fellowship program at LVHN, Dr. Alfonse is redefining the future of cancer care by sharing her passion for bringing the latest oncology advancements to her community. 🌟 👉 Read more about Dr. Alfonse’s inspiring journey, her dedication to compassionate care and how this partnership is heralding new avenues of innovation in cancer treatment! 💗 https://bit.ly/4eAMRYi

Over 360,000 people are expected to be diagnosed with #breastcancer this year, but there is hope. 🎀 WFMZ-TV's Eve Russo sat down with Lori Alfonse, DO, Deputy Physician in Chief of Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute, and breast cancer survivor Kalliope Dontas, to kick off #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. Watch now: https://bit.ly/4eN0XW8.

Join Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute for a free and fun night out dedicated to breast health! Visit our resource tables for interactive fun and health information. You'll have the opportunity to meet and speak with Cancer Institute and other LVHN clinicians and listen to updates on what's new in breast health. Enjoy light refreshments and family fun activities such as face painting and exploring a pink fire truck. Wear pink and receive a free gift. Donations will be accepted at the event for the Cancer Institute's Pink Ribbon Fund for breast cancer patients. #BreastCancer Date: Thursday, Oct. 10 Time: 5-7 p.m. Location: Promenade Saucon Valley 2845 Center Valley Parkway Center Valley, PA 18034 Register at www.lvhn.org/pinkoutevent

The Cancer Center at Hazleton celebrates one year of lifesaving care for Mark Ferdinand and hundreds of other patients with blood and bone marrow cancers. #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth