Due to the major advancements in cancer treatments in the last two decades, there is tremendous growth in the number of cancer survivors who have a unique set of challenging medical issues that must be addressed - that includes heart disease. Heart disease in cancer survivors is one of the leading causes of death behind recurrent cancer, and thus Cardio-Oncology programs are well suited to help cancer survivors assess cardiac risk factors, prevent future cardiac problems and ultimately improve overall quality of life.
UofL Physicians – Cardio-Oncology program is the result of close collaboration between UofL Physicians – Cardiovascular Medicine, the University of Louisville School of Medicine and the Brown Cancer Center. It is the only program of its kind in Kentucky.
