There’s more than one way to screen for colon cancer—do you know your options? In this episode, three medical experts from the University of Maryland Midtown Health Center will walk you through the latest in screening options—from colonoscopies to FIT-DNA tests—and how to choose what’s right for you. Learn the facts, understand your risks, and hear real stories of lives saved by timely screening.
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Colon Cancer 101: Tests, Truths and Timing
Featured Speakers:
Jeff Gerbino, MD | Greg Lalonde, MD | Dobbin Chow, MD
Dr. Jeff Gerbino is the Medical Director of the University of Maryland Midtown Health Center and an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Dr. Gerbino is an internal medicine specialist whose clinical interests include treating patients with obesity and hypertension as well as managing multiple chronic illnesses. He serves as the medical director of the Midtown Health Center, which provides a range of primary care services. Understanding how psychological and social factors can affect a person’s health is an important aspect of his medical practice. “My philosophy is that everyone should have access to high-quality medical care, no matter what race they are or how much money they make,” says Dr. Gerbino.
“I believe in shared decision-making with my patients. I seek their input when figuring out what the best medical treatment might be for them.” He is the associate program director for ambulatory medicine for UMMC Midtown Campus’s internal medicine residency program. In 2020-2021 he received the Dr. Michael Yen Faculty teaching award, which is awarded to one faculty member each year and voted on by the residents. When not at work, he enjoys exercising and cheering on Philadelphia sports teams.
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Dr. Gregory Lalande is an Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and an internal medicine provider at the University of Maryland Midtown Health Center. As a primary care doctor, Dr. Lalonde finds joy in getting to know his patients and working with them to achieve their long-term health goals. His clinical interests include managing medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. Teaching is another of Dr. Lalonde’s passions. He is involved in medical education as a preceptor for internal medicine residents. When he isn't helping patients, Dr. Lalonde enjoys watching sports. He is a fan of the NBA's New Orleans Pelicans and NFL's New Orleans Saints. He also likes to watch soccer. In addition, he enjoys attending concerts.
Dr. Dobbin Chow is a Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and an internal medicine provider at the University of Maryland Midtown Health Center. Dr. Chow's clinical expertise is in primary care in general internal medicine. He has been recognized in the past with "Top Doc" status by his peers in Baltimore as well as nationally. He has distinguished himself as a clinician-educator with a lifelong commitment to medical education at local, national, and international levels. Dr. Chow also serves in several leadership roles at the UM Midtown Campus, including chair of the Department of Medicine and program director of the residency program. He oversees all the educational activities of residents and students within the Department of Medicine.