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Dr. Brown received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Spelman College and earned her medical degree from Howard University Medical School. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Franklin Square Hospital in Baltimore, followed by a residency in radiation oncology from Howard University Hospital, Washington Hospital Center Cancer Institute in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Brown is a professional member of the American Brachytherapy Society and the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, cycling, aerobics and travel.
Meet Dr. Sheree Brown
Specialties
Radiation Oncology
Education & Training
Howard University College of Medicine
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Howard University Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Radiology - Rad/Oncology
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
Languages spoken
English
Videos
Dr. Sheree Brown discusses the importance of annual mammograms
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.9
Based on 352 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Treated me with courtesy and respect
Shared easy to understand information
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Patient Reviews
5
Great staff !
May 9, 2025
5
The exam rooms are often much too hot and stuffy.
May 3, 2025
5
Excellent
May 2, 2025
5
Everyone was so friendly, cheerful and attentive. I couldn't ask for anything more. Great group of people!
May 2, 2025
5
I think your office was the best doctors office organized and taking people on time that I have been to. Thank you so much.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Brown was an excellent communicator.
April 27, 2025
5
Wonderful professionals, caring nurses and doctors. appreciated
April 18, 2025
5
Couple of the techs don't greet all the time but overall most are professional ...
April 18, 2025
5
The only thing I think is to have wipes in bathroom before we go the radiation room. Because, sometimes we need to go bathroom before do the radiation. Like, I'm doing through the vagina and it's embarrassing go to pee and can't clean properly. This is why it's for me important to have wipes in bathroom near the radiation room.
April 14, 2025
5
Love my doctor.Love the nurses. Love the front staff.
April 10, 2025
5
Very polite, caring and professional
April 10, 2025
3
Scheduling needs to improve. The past two doctors' visits, I've had to wait too long. Most recently, it was 45 mins before I saw the doctor. Last time, I ended up with a PA or nurse because the doctor was running so far behind and I was unwilling to wait longer. Radiation treatments were typically fast, no wait, but doctor visits have not been fast at all. The facility and staff are fine, the scheduling is not.
April 3, 2025
5
Everyone treated me with respect and concern. I am very great full for the respect and concern shown to me and my daughter. I was scared when I First got into the testing room But they made me very comfortable and that helped Me a great deal. Many thanks.
March 24, 2025
5
I would like to say a huge thank you to Dr. Brown for treating me the last two years. She guided me thru radiatiion and her staff was absolutely wonderful. Wellstar is lucky to have Dr.Brown.
March 24, 2025
2
Dr. Brown is an amazing doctor, very understanding, great at communicating and so is nurse practitioner Brown and receptionist Stephanie is extremely pleasant every single time.
March 31, 2025
5
I really appreciated them calling to let me know that they were running behind and moved my appointment to later so that I didn't have to wait for an hour for my treatment.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was AWESOME, she spent quite a while with my daughter and myself. She was so nice and explained a lot to us. I am not sure i absorbed it all, but by the time a plan is put together and the insurance approves the plan, I hope to be less frightened and on board with the whole process..
March 31, 2025
5
I LOVE the Oncology Center! If ya gotta have cancer, every little bit of kindness helps! They excel in that!
March 31, 2025
5
My appointment was with Dr. Sheree Brown... the Wellstar line works with an excellent team, but Dr. Brown goes beyond excellence. Since I received my breast cancer diagnosis, Brown, with empathy, patience, professionalism, explained to me in detail my diagnosis, my results, my options. Truly professionals like her give back to one as a patient the confidence in a health system that most of the time sees us as a dollar symbol... Thank you Dr. Brown.
March 31, 2025
5
Hi, it was just great being there. Everyone was excellent. The lady that saw me and she was just excellent too. I love that practice and willing to go back every time I go. And it's just God is with me and they are just so precious there. I love it. Love it. Love it.
March 31, 2025
5
All the nurses were extremely helpful. They made me understand everything at my level. And Dr. Brown was absolutely wonderful. I can't say enough about her. I've had her since 2007 and I'm grateful that she's still there. Thank you.
March 31, 2025
5
Please repair lockers in women's changing area. None of them will lock.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Sheree Brown is awesome. She took time to explain what to expect and addressed all the questions I had regarding my treatment plan. She is very easy to talk to and I was immediately comfortable. I already trust Dr Brown with my care.
March 31, 2025
5
Yes, I was dismissed from Dr. Brown's care after over a year and a half of follow-up and taking care of my breast cancer, which was very minor. She was very helpful, very knowledgeable, and very caring about my health and my future. And I really appreciated her concern and the talk that we had. Thank you very much.
March 31, 2025
5
Everyone I encountered in this office was friendly, kind, & professional.
March 31, 2025
5
The parking garage was very challenging! The signage needs to be updated and clearer instructions are desperately needed!
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was very, very helpful. She was very kind and she was, she helped me to understand what my options were regarding any of the radiation or meds or anything. And she was just very, very sweet. We really enjoyed being there with her. She was great.
March 31, 2025
5
It was so helpful to me, as it saved me a long drive to your office! It was greatly appreciated!
January 2, 2025
5
The only delays were from equipment issues. The staff and drs have been outstanding.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor. She is very kind, thorough, knowledgeable and professional. The staff is excellent also.
March 31, 2025
5
Great staff !
May 9, 2025
5
The exam rooms are often much too hot and stuffy.
May 3, 2025
5
Excellent
May 2, 2025
5
Everyone was so friendly, cheerful and attentive. I couldn't ask for anything more. Great group of people!
May 2, 2025
5
I think your office was the best doctors office organized and taking people on time that I have been to. Thank you so much.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Brown was an excellent communicator.
April 27, 2025
5
Wonderful professionals, caring nurses and doctors. appreciated
April 18, 2025
5
Couple of the techs don't greet all the time but overall most are professional ...
April 18, 2025
5
The only thing I think is to have wipes in bathroom before we go the radiation room. Because, sometimes we need to go bathroom before do the radiation. Like, I'm doing through the vagina and it's embarrassing go to pee and can't clean properly. This is why it's for me important to have wipes in bathroom near the radiation room.
April 14, 2025
5
Love my doctor.Love the nurses. Love the front staff.
April 10, 2025
5
Very polite, caring and professional
April 10, 2025
5
Everyone treated me with respect and concern. I am very great full for the respect and concern shown to me and my daughter. I was scared when I First got into the testing room But they made me very comfortable and that helped Me a great deal. Many thanks.
March 24, 2025
5
I would like to say a huge thank you to Dr. Brown for treating me the last two years. She guided me thru radiatiion and her staff was absolutely wonderful. Wellstar is lucky to have Dr.Brown.
March 24, 2025
5
I really appreciated them calling to let me know that they were running behind and moved my appointment to later so that I didn't have to wait for an hour for my treatment.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was AWESOME, she spent quite a while with my daughter and myself. She was so nice and explained a lot to us. I am not sure i absorbed it all, but by the time a plan is put together and the insurance approves the plan, I hope to be less frightened and on board with the whole process..
March 31, 2025
5
I LOVE the Oncology Center! If ya gotta have cancer, every little bit of kindness helps! They excel in that!
March 31, 2025
5
My appointment was with Dr. Sheree Brown... the Wellstar line works with an excellent team, but Dr. Brown goes beyond excellence. Since I received my breast cancer diagnosis, Brown, with empathy, patience, professionalism, explained to me in detail my diagnosis, my results, my options. Truly professionals like her give back to one as a patient the confidence in a health system that most of the time sees us as a dollar symbol... Thank you Dr. Brown.
March 31, 2025
5
Hi, it was just great being there. Everyone was excellent. The lady that saw me and she was just excellent too. I love that practice and willing to go back every time I go. And it's just God is with me and they are just so precious there. I love it. Love it. Love it.
March 31, 2025
5
All the nurses were extremely helpful. They made me understand everything at my level. And Dr. Brown was absolutely wonderful. I can't say enough about her. I've had her since 2007 and I'm grateful that she's still there. Thank you.
March 31, 2025
5
Please repair lockers in women's changing area. None of them will lock.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Sheree Brown is awesome. She took time to explain what to expect and addressed all the questions I had regarding my treatment plan. She is very easy to talk to and I was immediately comfortable. I already trust Dr Brown with my care.
March 31, 2025
5
Yes, I was dismissed from Dr. Brown's care after over a year and a half of follow-up and taking care of my breast cancer, which was very minor. She was very helpful, very knowledgeable, and very caring about my health and my future. And I really appreciated her concern and the talk that we had. Thank you very much.
March 31, 2025
5
Everyone I encountered in this office was friendly, kind, & professional.
March 31, 2025
5
The parking garage was very challenging! The signage needs to be updated and clearer instructions are desperately needed!
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was very, very helpful. She was very kind and she was, she helped me to understand what my options were regarding any of the radiation or meds or anything. And she was just very, very sweet. We really enjoyed being there with her. She was great.
March 31, 2025
5
It was so helpful to me, as it saved me a long drive to your office! It was greatly appreciated!
January 2, 2025
5
The only delays were from equipment issues. The staff and drs have been outstanding.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor. She is very kind, thorough, knowledgeable and professional. The staff is excellent also.
March 31, 2025
3
Scheduling needs to improve. The past two doctors' visits, I've had to wait too long. Most recently, it was 45 mins before I saw the doctor. Last time, I ended up with a PA or nurse because the doctor was running so far behind and I was unwilling to wait longer. Radiation treatments were typically fast, no wait, but doctor visits have not been fast at all. The facility and staff are fine, the scheduling is not.
April 3, 2025
2
Dr. Brown is an amazing doctor, very understanding, great at communicating and so is nurse practitioner Brown and receptionist Stephanie is extremely pleasant every single time.
March 31, 2025
2
Dr. Brown is an amazing doctor, very understanding, great at communicating and so is nurse practitioner Brown and receptionist Stephanie is extremely pleasant every single time.
March 31, 2025
3
Scheduling needs to improve. The past two doctors' visits, I've had to wait too long. Most recently, it was 45 mins before I saw the doctor. Last time, I ended up with a PA or nurse because the doctor was running so far behind and I was unwilling to wait longer. Radiation treatments were typically fast, no wait, but doctor visits have not been fast at all. The facility and staff are fine, the scheduling is not.
April 3, 2025
5
Great staff !
May 9, 2025
5
The exam rooms are often much too hot and stuffy.
May 3, 2025
5
Excellent
May 2, 2025
5
Everyone was so friendly, cheerful and attentive. I couldn't ask for anything more. Great group of people!
May 2, 2025
5
I think your office was the best doctors office organized and taking people on time that I have been to. Thank you so much.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Brown was an excellent communicator.
April 27, 2025
5
Wonderful professionals, caring nurses and doctors. appreciated
April 18, 2025
5
Couple of the techs don't greet all the time but overall most are professional ...
April 18, 2025
5
The only thing I think is to have wipes in bathroom before we go the radiation room. Because, sometimes we need to go bathroom before do the radiation. Like, I'm doing through the vagina and it's embarrassing go to pee and can't clean properly. This is why it's for me important to have wipes in bathroom near the radiation room.
April 14, 2025
5
Love my doctor.Love the nurses. Love the front staff.
April 10, 2025
5
Very polite, caring and professional
April 10, 2025
5
Everyone treated me with respect and concern. I am very great full for the respect and concern shown to me and my daughter. I was scared when I First got into the testing room But they made me very comfortable and that helped Me a great deal. Many thanks.
March 24, 2025
5
I would like to say a huge thank you to Dr. Brown for treating me the last two years. She guided me thru radiatiion and her staff was absolutely wonderful. Wellstar is lucky to have Dr.Brown.
March 24, 2025
5
I really appreciated them calling to let me know that they were running behind and moved my appointment to later so that I didn't have to wait for an hour for my treatment.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was AWESOME, she spent quite a while with my daughter and myself. She was so nice and explained a lot to us. I am not sure i absorbed it all, but by the time a plan is put together and the insurance approves the plan, I hope to be less frightened and on board with the whole process..
March 31, 2025
5
I LOVE the Oncology Center! If ya gotta have cancer, every little bit of kindness helps! They excel in that!
March 31, 2025
5
My appointment was with Dr. Sheree Brown... the Wellstar line works with an excellent team, but Dr. Brown goes beyond excellence. Since I received my breast cancer diagnosis, Brown, with empathy, patience, professionalism, explained to me in detail my diagnosis, my results, my options. Truly professionals like her give back to one as a patient the confidence in a health system that most of the time sees us as a dollar symbol... Thank you Dr. Brown.
March 31, 2025
5
Hi, it was just great being there. Everyone was excellent. The lady that saw me and she was just excellent too. I love that practice and willing to go back every time I go. And it's just God is with me and they are just so precious there. I love it. Love it. Love it.
March 31, 2025
5
All the nurses were extremely helpful. They made me understand everything at my level. And Dr. Brown was absolutely wonderful. I can't say enough about her. I've had her since 2007 and I'm grateful that she's still there. Thank you.
March 31, 2025
5
Please repair lockers in women's changing area. None of them will lock.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Sheree Brown is awesome. She took time to explain what to expect and addressed all the questions I had regarding my treatment plan. She is very easy to talk to and I was immediately comfortable. I already trust Dr Brown with my care.
March 31, 2025
5
Yes, I was dismissed from Dr. Brown's care after over a year and a half of follow-up and taking care of my breast cancer, which was very minor. She was very helpful, very knowledgeable, and very caring about my health and my future. And I really appreciated her concern and the talk that we had. Thank you very much.
March 31, 2025
5
Everyone I encountered in this office was friendly, kind, & professional.
March 31, 2025
5
The parking garage was very challenging! The signage needs to be updated and clearer instructions are desperately needed!
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was very, very helpful. She was very kind and she was, she helped me to understand what my options were regarding any of the radiation or meds or anything. And she was just very, very sweet. We really enjoyed being there with her. She was great.
March 31, 2025
5
It was so helpful to me, as it saved me a long drive to your office! It was greatly appreciated!
January 2, 2025
5
The only delays were from equipment issues. The staff and drs have been outstanding.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor. She is very kind, thorough, knowledgeable and professional. The staff is excellent also.
March 31, 2025
5
Great staff !
May 9, 2025
5
The exam rooms are often much too hot and stuffy.
May 3, 2025
5
Excellent
May 2, 2025
5
Everyone was so friendly, cheerful and attentive. I couldn't ask for anything more. Great group of people!
May 2, 2025
5
I think your office was the best doctors office organized and taking people on time that I have been to. Thank you so much.
April 30, 2025
5
Dr Brown was an excellent communicator.
April 27, 2025
5
Wonderful professionals, caring nurses and doctors. appreciated
April 18, 2025
5
Couple of the techs don't greet all the time but overall most are professional ...
April 18, 2025
5
The only thing I think is to have wipes in bathroom before we go the radiation room. Because, sometimes we need to go bathroom before do the radiation. Like, I'm doing through the vagina and it's embarrassing go to pee and can't clean properly. This is why it's for me important to have wipes in bathroom near the radiation room.
April 14, 2025
5
Love my doctor.Love the nurses. Love the front staff.
April 10, 2025
5
Very polite, caring and professional
April 10, 2025
3
Scheduling needs to improve. The past two doctors' visits, I've had to wait too long. Most recently, it was 45 mins before I saw the doctor. Last time, I ended up with a PA or nurse because the doctor was running so far behind and I was unwilling to wait longer. Radiation treatments were typically fast, no wait, but doctor visits have not been fast at all. The facility and staff are fine, the scheduling is not.
April 3, 2025
5
The only delays were from equipment issues. The staff and drs have been outstanding.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor. She is very kind, thorough, knowledgeable and professional. The staff is excellent also.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was very, very helpful. She was very kind and she was, she helped me to understand what my options were regarding any of the radiation or meds or anything. And she was just very, very sweet. We really enjoyed being there with her. She was great.
March 31, 2025
5
Yes, I was dismissed from Dr. Brown's care after over a year and a half of follow-up and taking care of my breast cancer, which was very minor. She was very helpful, very knowledgeable, and very caring about my health and my future. And I really appreciated her concern and the talk that we had. Thank you very much.
March 31, 2025
5
Everyone I encountered in this office was friendly, kind, & professional.
March 31, 2025
5
The parking garage was very challenging! The signage needs to be updated and clearer instructions are desperately needed!
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Sheree Brown is awesome. She took time to explain what to expect and addressed all the questions I had regarding my treatment plan. She is very easy to talk to and I was immediately comfortable. I already trust Dr Brown with my care.
March 31, 2025
5
Hi, it was just great being there. Everyone was excellent. The lady that saw me and she was just excellent too. I love that practice and willing to go back every time I go. And it's just God is with me and they are just so precious there. I love it. Love it. Love it.
March 31, 2025
5
Please repair lockers in women's changing area. None of them will lock.
March 31, 2025
5
I LOVE the Oncology Center! If ya gotta have cancer, every little bit of kindness helps! They excel in that!
March 31, 2025
5
My appointment was with Dr. Sheree Brown... the Wellstar line works with an excellent team, but Dr. Brown goes beyond excellence. Since I received my breast cancer diagnosis, Brown, with empathy, patience, professionalism, explained to me in detail my diagnosis, my results, my options. Truly professionals like her give back to one as a patient the confidence in a health system that most of the time sees us as a dollar symbol... Thank you Dr. Brown.
March 31, 2025
5
All the nurses were extremely helpful. They made me understand everything at my level. And Dr. Brown was absolutely wonderful. I can't say enough about her. I've had her since 2007 and I'm grateful that she's still there. Thank you.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was AWESOME, she spent quite a while with my daughter and myself. She was so nice and explained a lot to us. I am not sure i absorbed it all, but by the time a plan is put together and the insurance approves the plan, I hope to be less frightened and on board with the whole process..
March 31, 2025
2
Dr. Brown is an amazing doctor, very understanding, great at communicating and so is nurse practitioner Brown and receptionist Stephanie is extremely pleasant every single time.
March 31, 2025
5
I really appreciated them calling to let me know that they were running behind and moved my appointment to later so that I didn't have to wait for an hour for my treatment.
March 31, 2025
5
Everyone treated me with respect and concern. I am very great full for the respect and concern shown to me and my daughter. I was scared when I First got into the testing room But they made me very comfortable and that helped Me a great deal. Many thanks.
March 24, 2025
5
I would like to say a huge thank you to Dr. Brown for treating me the last two years. She guided me thru radiatiion and her staff was absolutely wonderful. Wellstar is lucky to have Dr.Brown.
March 24, 2025
5
It was so helpful to me, as it saved me a long drive to your office! It was greatly appreciated!
January 2, 2025
5
It was so helpful to me, as it saved me a long drive to your office! It was greatly appreciated!
January 2, 2025
5
Everyone treated me with respect and concern. I am very great full for the respect and concern shown to me and my daughter. I was scared when I First got into the testing room But they made me very comfortable and that helped Me a great deal. Many thanks.
March 24, 2025
5
I would like to say a huge thank you to Dr. Brown for treating me the last two years. She guided me thru radiatiion and her staff was absolutely wonderful. Wellstar is lucky to have Dr.Brown.
March 24, 2025
5
I really appreciated them calling to let me know that they were running behind and moved my appointment to later so that I didn't have to wait for an hour for my treatment.
March 31, 2025
2
Dr. Brown is an amazing doctor, very understanding, great at communicating and so is nurse practitioner Brown and receptionist Stephanie is extremely pleasant every single time.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was AWESOME, she spent quite a while with my daughter and myself. She was so nice and explained a lot to us. I am not sure i absorbed it all, but by the time a plan is put together and the insurance approves the plan, I hope to be less frightened and on board with the whole process..
March 31, 2025
5
My appointment was with Dr. Sheree Brown... the Wellstar line works with an excellent team, but Dr. Brown goes beyond excellence. Since I received my breast cancer diagnosis, Brown, with empathy, patience, professionalism, explained to me in detail my diagnosis, my results, my options. Truly professionals like her give back to one as a patient the confidence in a health system that most of the time sees us as a dollar symbol... Thank you Dr. Brown.
March 31, 2025
5
All the nurses were extremely helpful. They made me understand everything at my level. And Dr. Brown was absolutely wonderful. I can't say enough about her. I've had her since 2007 and I'm grateful that she's still there. Thank you.
March 31, 2025
5
I LOVE the Oncology Center! If ya gotta have cancer, every little bit of kindness helps! They excel in that!
March 31, 2025
5
Hi, it was just great being there. Everyone was excellent. The lady that saw me and she was just excellent too. I love that practice and willing to go back every time I go. And it's just God is with me and they are just so precious there. I love it. Love it. Love it.
March 31, 2025
5
Please repair lockers in women's changing area. None of them will lock.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Sheree Brown is awesome. She took time to explain what to expect and addressed all the questions I had regarding my treatment plan. She is very easy to talk to and I was immediately comfortable. I already trust Dr Brown with my care.
March 31, 2025
5
Everyone I encountered in this office was friendly, kind, & professional.
March 31, 2025
5
The parking garage was very challenging! The signage needs to be updated and clearer instructions are desperately needed!
March 31, 2025
5
Yes, I was dismissed from Dr. Brown's care after over a year and a half of follow-up and taking care of my breast cancer, which was very minor. She was very helpful, very knowledgeable, and very caring about my health and my future. And I really appreciated her concern and the talk that we had. Thank you very much.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown was very, very helpful. She was very kind and she was, she helped me to understand what my options were regarding any of the radiation or meds or anything. And she was just very, very sweet. We really enjoyed being there with her. She was great.
March 31, 2025
5
The only delays were from equipment issues. The staff and drs have been outstanding.
March 31, 2025
5
Dr. Brown is an excellent doctor. She is very kind, thorough, knowledgeable and professional. The staff is excellent also.
March 31, 2025
3
Scheduling needs to improve. The past two doctors' visits, I've had to wait too long. Most recently, it was 45 mins before I saw the doctor. Last time, I ended up with a PA or nurse because the doctor was running so far behind and I was unwilling to wait longer. Radiation treatments were typically fast, no wait, but doctor visits have not been fast at all. The facility and staff are fine, the scheduling is not.
April 3, 2025
5
Love my doctor.Love the nurses. Love the front staff.
April 10, 2025
5
Very polite, caring and professional
April 10, 2025
5
The only thing I think is to have wipes in bathroom before we go the radiation room. Because, sometimes we need to go bathroom before do the radiation. Like, I'm doing through the vagina and it's embarrassing go to pee and can't clean properly. This is why it's for me important to have wipes in bathroom near the radiation room.
April 14, 2025
5
Wonderful professionals, caring nurses and doctors. appreciated
April 18, 2025
5
Couple of the techs don't greet all the time but overall most are professional ...
April 18, 2025
5
Dr Brown was an excellent communicator.
April 27, 2025
5
I think your office was the best doctors office organized and taking people on time that I have been to. Thank you so much.
April 30, 2025
5
Everyone was so friendly, cheerful and attentive. I couldn't ask for anything more. Great group of people!
May 2, 2025
5
Excellent
May 2, 2025
5
The exam rooms are often much too hot and stuffy.
May 3, 2025
5
Great staff !
May 9, 2025
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As the matriarch of her family, Phyliss Davis has always taken care of everyone before herself. Between a busy schedule and devoting time to her granddaughter Wynter, Phyliss made a habit of putting her own health on the back-burner.
Hoping to check another job off her to-do list, she finally squeezed a routine wellness appointment onto her calendar. But when Phyliss’ medical chart showed no recent mammogram, her primary care physician grew concerned.
"When my doctor asked how long it had been since my last mammogram, I didn’t want to admit that I hadn’t had one in years," Phyliss said, remembering how the medical professional urged her to get a breast exam as soon as possible. "Because I didn’t have a family history of breast cancer, I thought I didn’t have to worry."
Luckily, Phyliss came in at just the right time. Her mammogram caught a concerning lump that couldn’t be seen with the naked eye. Following a biopsy, she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Throughout her cancer journey, the grandmother would learn the importance of taking care of her own health and body. And soon, she would truly understand the words her mother told her as a child: "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."
