Aurora Medical Center in Manitowoc County Recognized as Lung Cancer Screening Center of Excellence

Aurora Medical Center in Manitowoc County has been named a Screening Center of Excellence by the Lung Cancer Alliance for its ongoing commitment to responsible lung cancer screening using low-dose CT. Low-dose CT screening for lung cancer has shown to be the only proven method to detect lung cancer at an early stage in patients at high risk. Dr. James Weese, vice president of Aurora’s cancer care program spoke about Aurora’s cancer screening team, saying “Aurora is dedicated to helping patients live well, and this screening is the best way to find lung cancer at a treatable stage. This program has led to many lives saved, and we are committed to continuing to screen for lung cancer in a way that offers our patients the best results.” Earning the certification is a multi-disciplinary effort, including offering appropriate support, advocating for policy change and enhancing research surrounding lung cancer and lung cancer screening.