St. Joe's Cancer Screening Gets National AccoladeSt. Joe's Cancer Screening Gets National Accolade

8/27/14 - A national cancer organization has recognized screening centers in the St. Joseph Mercy health System, including those in Brighton and Chelsea, for the quality of their care. The Lung Cancer Alliance has named the St. Joe’s Cancer Program as a Screening Center of Excellence. The designation is meant to recognize the ongoing commitment to responsible lung cancer screening that is carried out safely and responsibly. St. Joe’s was recognized for following national and international best practices for controlling screening quality, radiation dosage, and diagnostic procedures, and for its experienced staff. In a press release, LCA President and CEO Laurie Ambrose said St. Joseph Mercy’s responsible lung cancer screening practices will lead to advancement in research and the saving of many lives. St. Joe’s is only the third program in Michigan to receive the designation. (TD)