A big focus at The Center for Breast Care at Brown Surgical Associates is to provide patients with compassionate, coordinated care. Our multidisciplinary coordinators play a big role in ensuring everyone on the care team is on the same page and that the patient is supported every step of the way. In recognition of National…
Dr. Theresa Graves
Found by BSA Patients, ‘Paddle for Progress’ Nearly Doubles Amount Raised for Breast Cancer Research in RI
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Brown Surgical Associates’ Dr. Theresa Graves joined Paddle for Progress Rhode Island recently when the charity presented a check totaling more than $64,400 to the Brown University Health Cancer Institute. The money, raised during Paddle for Progress’ second annual event on September 22, 2024, will help support breast cancer research in Rhode…
Dr. Graves among 100+ helping ‘Paddle for Progress’ turn Wickford Harbor PINK
Looking to build on its successful inaugural event which raised $35,000 for breast cancer research in the state, Paddle for Progress Rhode Island hosted its 2nd Annual Fun Paddle last month, with more than 100 people showing up to help turn Wickford Harbor pink. Brown Surgical Associates’ Dr. Theresa Graves and Lifespan’s Dr. Stephanie Graff…
‘Paddle for Progress’ Raises Nearly $32K for Breast Cancer Research in RI
The first year of Paddle for Progress was a remarkable success. With about 75 paddlers taking to the waters of Wickford Harbor last month, the inaugural event raised just under $32,000 for breast cancer research in Rhode Island. Deb Shapiro, the event’s founder, presented a check to Dr. Theresa Graves, director of The Center for…
Dr. Graves Explains the Role of Genetic Testing in Breast Cancer Care
Genetic testing is just one of the services The Center for Breast Care at Brown Surgical Associates provides. Dr. Theresa Graves explains the role of this testing and who may want to consider it.
Mother-Daughter Duo Launch ‘Paddle for Progress’ After Shared Breast Cancer Battle
(WJAR) — “We were stunned and shocked,” said Deb Shapiro, recalling when her then 40-year-old daughter Daryl West was diagnosed with breast cancer. “And then 100 days later I go for my mammogram a little earlier than usual just because of what we’re dealing with and I’m diagnosed with breast cancer.” “Daryl had a much…
To benefit breast cancer research, Dr. Graves joins survivors’ ‘Paddle for Progress’
Within 100 days, Deb Shapiro and her daughter were diagnosed with breast cancer. After undergoing treatment at The Center for Breast Care at Brown Surgical Associates and Lifespan’s Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Clinic, both women want to raise money for breast cancer research and increase awareness about the resources available right here in Rhode Island. They…
BSA’s Dr. Adams, Dr. Graves both promoted at Brown University’s Warren Alpert Medical School
Two Brown Surgical Associates surgeons have recently been recognized for their contributions to the world of academia. Both Charles Adams, MD and Theresa Graves, MD have been approved for promotions at The Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University, effective July 1, 2021. Dr. Charles Adams has been promoted to Professor of Surgery, Teaching Scholar….
Mother, daughter say Center for Breast Health’s Dr. Graves saved their lives
The March 25 Day of Giving at Rhode Island Hospital honors our health care heroes and the people they’ve helped. A woman and her daughter say their lives were saved by the same doctor, years apart. It was 20 years ago Lucia Cornwell was first diagnosed with breast cancer. Center for Breast Health Dr. Theresa Graves performed…
Dr. Graves: Breast care safe, vital during pandemic
Breast cancer won’t wait for the pandemic to subside. As part of the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation’s “Virtual Passport to Survivorship,” Brown Surgical Associates’ Dr. Theresa Graves discusses what we’re doing to make sure screenings and treatment are safe. https://youtu.be/3FrmbLCWz9A
