"Dear Cancer,
You Can't Break Me."
Through profiles and videos, members of the McGlinn Cancer Institute community share how they face cancer with strength, science, and unshakable support.
“What You Meant for Evil, God Meant for Good.”
Judge Tonya Butler, a breast cancer survivor, turned her diagnosis into a journey of faith, strength, and service.
"You Will No Longer Be in Control.”
Dr. Shoja Rahimian knows the journey through cancer is never easy — but he also knows that with strong support, expert care, and personal connection, hope can take the lead.
“It’s Your Turn to Give Back.”
From giving patients her personal cell number to celebrating their wins, Dr. Kendra Winter is changing the story of breast cancer, one life at a time.
"Your Days are Numbered."
When Bryan Boyer woke up from what he thought would be a routine colonoscopy, he was ready to joke with the medical care team, not to be told he had Stage 2 colon cancer.
See Irene's Story"Dear Cancer, you can weaken the human body, but you can never weaken the human spirit." - Irene Paige, BSN, RN
"You’ve Got a Fight on Your Hands.”
Driven by personal loss and powered by groundbreaking science, Dr. Adam Smith brings compassion and precision to every patient journey.
“You Can’t Break Me.”
At just 34, Ramah Williams, a radiation therapist, was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer, the same aggressive type her mother battled years earlier.
"I Turned Pain into Purpose.”
After months of hiding his symptoms, followed by a life-threatening scare, Amauris “Manny” Abreu was diagnosed with Stage 4 prostate cancer.
"I Won’t Back Down.”
Inspired by her father’s cancer battle, Sherri Wunderlich, BSN, RN, OCN, now helps others face their own.
McGlinn Cancer Institute In the News
For Cancer Patients: The Choice Is Yours at The Image Recovery Center
There is a hidden gem for those diagnosed with cancer - located right inside Reading Hospital. When patients enter the Image Recovery Center, they are greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. They might not realize it yet, but they're about to embark on an experience staff describe as magical.
Who’s Behind the Wheel of the Mobile Mammography Coach?
When you see the Reading Hospital Mobile Mammography Coach traveling throughout Berks County and surrounding areas, make sure you wave to Cecilia Carpenter, the coach driver who is helping the hospital provide easier access to annual screening mammograms.
McGlinn Cancer Institute Collects Accolades for High Levels of Patient Care
With leading-edge treatment focusing on a multidisciplinary approach to care for the “whole patient,” McGlinn Cancer Institute at Reading Hospital has established itself as a premiere healthcare resource for cancer patients in the Berks County region.
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At the McGlinn Cancer Institute, we offer comprehensive treatment options to help you achieve your best possible outcome. Our caring team supports you throughout your entire cancer journey — from screening and diagnosis to treatment, rehabilitation, and survivorship.
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Our commitment to excellence hasn't gone unnoticed. We consistently surpass national standards, earning recognition from premier institutions like the American College of Radiation Oncology and the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons.
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Our expertise spans a vast array of cancers, encompassing blood, brain, breast, digestive, gynecologic, and more. With our breadth of services, we're equipped, experienced, and ready for every challenge.
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Cancer may change lives, but it doesn’t have to define them.