Colon Cancer Awareness: Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment

on August 31, 2020August 31, 2020by Shikha Jain, MD FACPLeave a Comment

With the recent passing of the young and incredibly talented Chadwick Boseman from colon cancer, the conversation has again turned to colon cancer screening and prevention. I spoke on NBC Chicago about risk factors, and what symptoms to look out for.
You can watch it here

About Shikha Jain, MD FACP

I am a practicing, board-certified hematology/oncology physician in Chicago. I speak on topics ranging from the impact of social media on healthcare, how physicians can utilize social media, how to write Op-eds in the medical world, gender equity and barriers to career advancement, and topics in GI oncology and immunotherapy. My goal is to explain complicated topics in simple terms. I also enjoy writing and you can find some of my writing on this site. I am a mother to three amazing kids and married to a gastroenterologist. I look forward to connecting with you.