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Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Marian Ilitch Receives Honorary Degree from Wayne State University
May 10, 2023
In a special ceremony on Thursday, May 11, Wayne State University conferred upon Detroit entrepreneur and philanthropist Marian Ilitch an honorary degree. The university recognized Ilitch’s extraordinary contributions to the revitalization of Detroit, her achievements as a businessperson and her longstanding support of community efforts throughout Michigan.
Ilitch was presented with a doctor of laws, honoris causa, in Wayne State’s Lear Auditorium inside the Mike Ilitch School of Business at a gathering that included her family, representatives from Ilitch Companies, and members of the Wayne State University Board of Governors, senior leadership, and the Mike Ilitch School of Business. The honorary doctorate is the highest academic recognition the university can confer.
“As a successful businessperson, civic leader and philanthropist, Marian Ilitch is an inspiration not only to our students, but to me personally,” said Wayne State University President M. Roy Wilson. “When you look at the enormously positive impact she has had on our community — whether that’s building some of the world’s most popular companies that have, in turn, launched and supported thousands of small businesses around the country, and jobs here in Detroit — Marian is a most worthy recipient of this tribute. Wayne State is fortunate to be a part of her legacy, which will endure for generations.”
Ilitch joins a distinguished lineup of individuals who have received an honorary degree during Wayne State’s 155-year history. Other notable recipients include John C. Lodge (1944), Walter P. Reuther (1953), Thurgood Marshall (1963), Damon J. Keith (1973), Rosa Parks (1975), Bob Seger (1989), Aretha Franklin (1990), Ernie Harwell (2008) and Anthony Fauci (2015).
“I am incredibly humbled to receive this honor, especially from President Wilson, who has been a remarkable leader at Wayne State and a tremendous friend to me,” said Marian Ilitch. “As a lifelong learner, I deeply value the opportunities that education provides. I am proud to officially call myself a Wayne State Warrior.”
Ilitch and her late husband, Mike Ilitch, shared a commitment to revitalizing Detroit through investments and support for city-based initiatives to improve lives and create jobs, educational and other opportunities for Detroiters.
In 2015, the Ilitches made a $40 million gift to Wayne State University to create the Mike Ilitch School of Business, which is developing the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs for this region. The gift remains the largest in the history of the university, and the Ilitch School provides students with a comprehensive education that prepares them for success.
One year earlier, the Ilitches made an $8.5 million gift to Wayne State’s School of Medicine to create the Ilitch Chair for Surgical Innovation and establish a fund to support research and development in surgical technologies. In recognition, Wayne State named the department the Michael and Marian Ilitch Department of Surgery.
“This degree represents Marian Ilitch’s decades of determination, hard work and dedication to Detroit,” said Virginia Kleist, dean of the Wayne State University Mike Ilitch School of Business. “Her strong business acumen and attention to detail, combined with her and her late husband’s shared values, have made a lasting positive change in our community. We are grateful for their longstanding partnership.”
Born in Dearborn to Macedonian immigrants, Ilitch, a first-generation American, was raised on grit and hard work, which she in turn used to become one of the most successful businesswomen in the country, paving the way for countless others along the way.
With her late husband, Ilitch co-founded Little Caesars Pizza, which has become the third-largest pizza chain in the world, with stores in each of the 50 U.S. states and 27 countries and territories. They expanded their interests to include sports, entertainment, gaming and other sectors. Today, under the leadership of their son Chris, Ilitch Companies represents 12 businesses under common private ownership that employ thousands of people in the Detroit area and around the world.
Ilitch’s commitment to the community has been steadfast. Since 2000, Marian and Mike, the Ilitch Companies, and charitable affiliates have provided more than $250 million in grants and giving, with most of it directed at impacting the city of Detroit. Through impactful charitable platforms and support of more than 500 Detroit-based organizations, her legacy is felt in a wide range of critical community causes.
Ilitch has received numerous honors and recognitions for her professional and philanthropic work. In 2019, she was named an inaugural member of the Mike Ilitch School of Business Entrepreneurship and Innovation Hall of Fame. Marian and Mike Ilitch received the school’s inaugural Michigan Executive of the Year Award in 1999. Additional awards and honors that Ilitch has received include: Michigan Sports Hall of Fame (2010); International Franchise Association Hall of Fame (2016); Michigan State University Honorary Doctorate of Business Degree (2011); Michigan Women’s Foundation Woman of Achievement and Courage Trillium Lifetime Achievement Award (2011); DBusiness magazine Detroit’s most powerful women (2010); National Management Association Hall of Fame Award (2010); Michigan Chronicle Legacy in Motion Family Spirit Award (2009); Neal Shine Shining Light Award (2007); NAWBO Detroit Top 10 Michigan Business Women Award (2007); Crain’s Detroit Business Top Women in Business Honoree (2005); Detroit Historical Society Detroit’s Enterprising Women (2004); Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame (2001); Hospice of Southeastern Michigan Council Crystal Rose Award (1997); National Association of Women Business Owners Greater Detroit Chapter Michigan’s Top 25 women business owners (1994); Roundtable for Women in Foodservice Pacesetter Award (1988); and others.
Students to Shine in the Spotlight During Detroit Public Schools Community District's "An Evening of Fine Arts" at the Fox Theatre May 18
May 9, 2023
313 Presents, Olympia Development, Comerica Bank and Ilitch Sports + Entertainment Present DPSCD's Showcase Event
Tickets are FREE and Available to the Public at Eventbrite.com
More than 200 middle and high school fine and performing arts students will showcase their immense talent during a public event at the historic Fox Theatre for the Detroit Public Schools Community District’s (DPSCD) “An Evening of Fine Arts,” at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 18.
The community will be treated to performances by DPSCD’s top instrumental music ensembles, vocal music ensembles, dance companies and theatre excerpts. In addition, original works of art by the district’s top visual artists will be displayed in the Fox Theatre’s Grand Lobby. It is a celebration of the students’ achievements and provides them with a one-of-a-kind experience to perform on the same stage as the world’s greatest artists. DPSCD’s signature event will celebrate its 54th anniversary this year, and it kicks off their “Come Home” Alumni Hall of Fame Weekend.
An Evening of Fine Arts triumphantly returned to the Fox Theatre last May through the combined support from Comerica Bank, 313 Presents, Olympia Development, Ilitch Sports + Entertainment and Detroit ACE. The united philanthropic effort generates a greater impact and inspires thousands of Detroiters as they gather to celebrate the students’ accomplishments.
“It is impossible not to have goosebumps while watching our students perform at this event. We are grateful for the support we have received as a District to bring back this event to the Fox Theatre,” said Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Superintendent, DPSCD. “It means so much to our students and their teachers and families. If you did not attend the event last year, you need to attend this year. The performances match any professional concert!!!”
The Ilitch Companies have supported Detroit Public Schools students over the years and An Evening of Fine Arts is a natural extension of the partnership that has included financial and in-kind donations, internships and educational programs.
“The students’ dedication and talent are testaments to their own abilities, as well as the incredible guidance of their teachers and the support of their entire school community,”said Chris Ilitch, CEO, Ilitch Companies.“An Evening of Fine Arts is a major highlight of our long-standing partnership with the Detroit Public Schools Community District. It is an honor to host and showcase these remarkably talented young performers on the historic Fox Theatre stage.”
Admission to An Evening of Fine Arts is free and open to the public.Tickets are required for entry and available in advance at participating schools, the DPSCD Office of Fine Arts and Eventbrite.com.
“An Evening of Fine Arts has become a beautiful community celebration of our youth’s extraordinary talents and unbelievable artistic gifts,” said Steve Davis, Comerica Bank Michigan Market President. “We appreciate the opportunity to team with 313 Presents, Ilitch Companies and the City of Detroit to offer this stage and connect our community to one of this year’s most rewarding events. Along with our partners, we can’t wait to see what the performing students from Detroit Public Schools will present this year at the Fox Theatre, one of the most iconic and historic venues in the country.”
313 Presents President Howard Handler said he’s thrilled that the community will get to experience these students’ talents first-hand. “313 Presents is proud to continue its support of Detroit Public Schools Community District’s An Evening of Fine Arts at the Fox Theatre,” Handler said. “The event not only provides inspiration to the students who showcase their work on a such grand stage, but also inspires the community to lift our young people and celebrate their passion and potential. We hope the success of the event continues to build and cannot wait to see what students have in store for us this year.”
Rochelle Riley, the city’s Director of Arts and Culture, said “It is vital that we not only celebrate excellence, but celebrate it early. Our children who want to become part of one of the nation’s most vibrant and accomplished creative workforces, need to know that they don’t have to leave Detroit to be great and they can take great stages before Carnegie Hall. They can be showcased at one of our preeminent venues – the Fox Theatre. They deserve it, and so does the city. I cannot wait to see them shine.”
Ryan Kane Joins Ilitch Sports + Entertainment Team as Senior Vice President of Business Operations (Detroit Red Wings and Little Caesars Arena)
May 3, 2023
There are exciting changes taking place at Ilitch Sports + Entertainment and Ryan Kane became the newest member to join the team as Senior Vice President of Business Operations (Detroit Red Wings and Little Caesars Arena). Kane most recently served as VP of Business Analysis with Ilitch Companies. In his new role, he will oversee the overall business operations of the Red Wings, Little Caesars Arena, Olympia Parking and Ilitch Sports + Entertainment, including developing and implementing strategies for business growth. Kane will report to IS+E EVP/COO, Ryan Gustafson.
Kane brings a wealth of knowledge and well-versed experience to IS+E in competitive industries including media, sports, telecommunications, food and beverage, and automotive. He joined Ilitch Companies in 2015 as the Director of Finance and has since been instrumental in leading many key initiatives, including playing a major role in negotiating the move downtown for the Detroit Pistons to play at Little Caesars Arena.
“This is a very exciting time to join Ilitch Sports + Entertainment, with so much positive momentum with our iconic Detroit sports franchises,” said Kane. “Throughout my career, including during my time with Ilitch Companies, there has been an extraordinary emphasis on innovation and implementing high-impact business operations. Our team will push forward with that as our primary goal, continuing to bring guests a first-class experience at Little Caesars Arena and beyond.”
Early in his tenure, Kane negotiated a merger between Palace Sports & Entertainment and Olympia Entertainment’s music businesses and played a key role in the formation of the joint-venture entity – 313 Presents.
Prior to coming to Detroit, Kane worked for Rogers Sports & Media where he assisted in revenue planning and business development in support of the Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) acquisition while also working on strategy and revenue planning as part of the NHL National Broadcast rights deal for the Canadian marketplace.
Kane has a Master of Business Administration from the University of Windsor, Ontario, Canada, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Finance from Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri.
Tim Padgett Promoted to Senior Vice President of Venue Operations at Ilitch Sports + Entertainment
May 3, 2023
Tim Padgett, who has a rich history within the Ilitch Companies which includes over 26 years of leading and working within the operations teams, was promoted to Senior Vice President of Venue Operations for Ilitch Sports + Entertainment (IS+E). As SVP, Padgett will continue to foster a first-class guest facing team and work with his leaders to elevate our service and oversee operations across all the sports & entertainment venues including Little Caesars Arena, Comerica Park, Fox Theatre and our three amphitheaters. Padgett will report to IS+E EVP/COO, Ryan Gustafson.
“Being a part of Ilitch Companies continues to be an honor, and I’m very proud to be taking on this role,” said Padgett. “It’s a privilege to lead a team of colleagues that make our world class sports and entertainment venues operate, and we know that the best is yet to come. The fans are what make Detroit known as one of the best sports cities in the world, something all of us take great pride in.”
Tim is a remarkable story of career growth and long-term tenure. He joined the organization in 1996 as an intern and has progressed within the Operations department to his most recent position as Vice President of Venue Operations. During his time with Ilitch Companies, he has played an integral leadership role within IS+E, along with being a key contributor to the development and design of Little Caesars Arena. Padgett has managed major events, highlighted by four Stanley Cup Championships, Championship parades and the 2005 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. The versatile Padgett was also the Vice President of Park Operations at Comerica Park for the Detroit Tigers from 2003-05. Additionally, Padgett serves on the Board of Directors for Ilitch Charities.
Padgett has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Michigan State University and a Master of Education degree in Sports Administration from Wayne State University.
Live Nation and 313 Presents Annual Concert Week is Here
May 3, 2023
Live Nation and 313 Presents announced the return of Concert Week, offering fans an unbeatable deal: $25 all-in tickets for select shows at Little Caesars Arena, the Fox Theatre, Pine Knob Music Theatre, Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre and Meadow Brook Amphitheatre. The annual week-long program kicks off ahead of a robust 2023 summer concert season, getting fans ready to fill their summer months and the rest of their calendar for the year with epic shows and live music from their favorite artists. Pine Knob Music Theatre is presented by Proud Partners United Wholesale Mortgage, Trinity Health and Ally, and Comerica Bank is the exclusive presenting partner of the Fox Theatre.
The limited-time ticket offer includes today’s biggest acts across a wide variety of genres, including: Hip-Hop, Country, R&B, Metal, Pop, Rock and more. Artists included in Concert Week range from Duran Duran, Dierks Bentley, Anita Baker, Counting Crows and many more. See list below for additional artists featured this year.
PARTICIPATING SHOWS CELEBRATING CONCERT WEEK INCLUDE:
Pine Knob Music Theatre
6/2 Dierks Bentley
6/14 Matchbox Twenty
6/18 Weezer
6/25 TLC & Shaggy
6/29 Santana
7/2 Anita Baker
7/6 Garbage & Noel Gallagher
7/13 Bret Michaels
7/19 Big Time Rush
7/22 Barenaked Ladies
7/26 Avenged Sevenfold
8/2 Gov’t Mule
8/4 Culture Club
8/5 Kidz Bop
8/6 Mudvayne
8/9 Godsmack and Staind
8/12 Steve Miller Band
8/14 Ghost
8/16 5 Seconds of Summer
8/23 The Offspring
8/26 Lynyrd Skynyrd + ZZ Top
8/30 Foreigner
9/1 Disturbed
9/2 Beck & Phoenix
9/3 Pentatonix
9/5 Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper
9/12 Shinedown
9/22 Outlaw Music Festival featuring Willie Nelson & Family
9/23 RIFF Fest featuring I Prevail
Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre
6/2 Louis Tomilnson
6/10 Cody Jinks
6/16 Young The Giant with Milky Chance
6/21 3 Doors Down
6/23 Don Toliver
6/24 Counting Crows
7/7 Yungblud
7/18 Sad Summer Festival featuring Taking Back Sunday
7/28 Clutch
7/29 Sublime with Rome & Slightly Stoopid
8/6 Rick Springfield
8/10 Darius Rucker
8/11 Ted Nugent
8/17 Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
8/19 Goo Goo Dolls with O.A.R
8/20 Manchester Orchestra and Jimmy Eat World
8/22 The All American Rejects
9/17 Dethklok and Babymetal
10/1 Måneskin
Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
6/9 Dermot Kennedy
6/18 Charlie Puth
6/22 Lyle Lovett
6/24 Buddy Guy
6/28 Elvis Costello & The Imposters
7/6 Detroit Symphony Orchestra presents Windborne’s The Music of Def Leppard
7/9 Tori Amos
7/14 Tedeschi Trucks Band
7/29 Jason Mraz
8/20 The Beach Boys
Little Caesars Arena
6/14 Bryan Adams
7/17 Alicia Keys
8/18 LL Cool J
9/16 Duran Duran
Fox Theatre
5/21 Seal
5/28 Logic
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313 Presents Partners with College for Creative Studies to Design Official Pine Knob Music Theatre Poster
May 1, 2023
Pine Knob Music Theatre is setting the stage for its return as one of metro Detroit’s most highly acclaimed rites of summer for concertgoers. Following last year’s 50th anniversary season and reprising its #1 ranking for Top Amphitheatre in the world, 313 Presents is excited to announce its new partnership with College for Creative Studies (CCS) to establish an annual poster competition for the renowned venue. Pine Knob Music Theatre is presented by Proud Partners United Wholesale Mortgage, Trinity Health and Ally.
The winning design for Pine Knob’s inaugural poster will be unveiled on Thursday, May 11. Additional details will be announced.
Working with some of the top illustration and design students in the country at CCS, a well-respected art and design college in Midtown Detroit, 313 Presents will now proudly offer an opportunity each fall to highlight students’ talents in an annual poster design competition.
“The artistry we saw to kick off our first-ever Pine Knob poster competition was outstanding and inspiring,” said Howard Handler, President of 313 Presents. “We’re looking forward to showcasing and supporting future CCS students in what we hope to be an annual event for many summers.”
This year’s contest included ten participants from the CCS Illustration class led by instructor Don Kilpatrick. Hosted throughout the 2022 Fall semester, 313 Presents worked with students to provide real-world experience with an actual “client” to create a professional look and feel for their finished creation that was to represent Pine Knob’s beloved summertime tradition and serve as its official limited run 2023 commemorative poster. Students with the top three designs received small scholarship awards from 313 Presents and the winning poster will serve as the venue’s Proud Partner promotional giveaway at select events and available for purchase throughout the season in-venue and online at 313Presents.com. A portion of the poster proceeds will be donated to CCS.
“We are grateful for the partnership with 313 Presents and the experiential learning opportunities this project provided for our Illustration students,” said Donald Tuski, President of the College for Creative Studies. “Pine Knob is a top music venue and it is exciting that our students were able to create a commemorative poster for the 2023 season. We look forward to working with 313 Presents and continuing this competition on an annual basis.”
Little Caesars AAA Boys and Girls Hockey Teams End 2022-23 Season on a High Note, with State and National Championship Wins
April 27, 2023
The Little Caesars AAA (LCAAA) boys and girls hockey teams had a remarkable 2022-23 season, with multiple teams winning state championships and players being offered the opportunity to continue their hockey careers at an elite level. An impressive nine of the twelve teams took home Michigan state championships. The boys’ teams secured state titles in the 18U, 16U, 15U, 2011, 2010, and 2009 divisions, while the girls’ teams claimed state victory in the U19, U14, and U12 divisions. Also, two LCAAA teams continued on to compete in the national championships, with the U14 girls’ team and U16 boys’ team vying for the top spot in their respective divisions.
Additionally, as the season came to a close, multiple Little Caesars AAA players were drafted to play in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), three made the U.S. National Development Team Program and several committed to play with colleges.
The Little Caesars AAA organization has built a reputation for developing high-caliber talent in youth hockey, and this season is no different.
“The success of the Little Caesars AAA teams this season is a testament to the heart and hustle of the talented young athletes, and I’m so proud of their achievements,” said Brian Rolston, Director, Little Caesars Amateur Hockey. “I’m grateful to our dedicated coaches and staff as well the families who show up every day to support the players on and off the ice.”
Congratulations to the players who will continue to pursue their hockey careers in the OHL, NDTP or in college:
In addition to Little Caesars AAA hockey, the Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League, which was started by Mike and Marian Ilitch in 1978 to encourage young people in and around Detroit to play the game competitively, has more than 600 travel and house teams with more than 13,000 participants. Youth players from metro Detroit and around the US and Canada are provided opportunities to build their skills in a competitive league that has become one of the country’s most respected youth hockey programs.
Detroit Red Wings Bring Local Fans and Community Together with NHL’s United by Hockey Mobile Museum Stop in Detroit
April 25, 2023
The NHL’s United By Hockey Mobile Museum recently made a stop at Little Caesars Arena during its multi-city tour, allowing metro Detroiters to explore interactive exhibits that tell the story of the NHL’s humble beginnings, its rise to popularity, and the diverse individuals who helped make the game what it is today.
Following the visit to Little Caesars Arena, the mobile museum stopped at a special community event for Detroit families at Jack Adams Memorial Arena. Located on the city’s west side, attendees experienced ice skating, street hockey led by Red Wings Learn, Play, Score Ambassador Jason McCrimmon, and a Little Caesars Food Truck.
“It’s always amazing to interact with young people interested in hockey. Exposing more Detroiters to the sport makes my job worthwhile, and it gives me purpose,” said McCrimmon, who is a 2023 Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award finalist and the founder of nonprofit Detroit Ice Dreams, which is dedicated to promoting and subsidizing hockey for underrepresented youth in the community.
The NHL’s United By Hockey Mobile Museum was launched in 2023 to bring together communities across the United States and Canada through hockey. Prior to 2023, the league’s Black Hockey History Tour mobile history museum traveled to different cities, showcasing the incredible impact of Black pioneers and trailblazers in NHL history. Starting at All-Star Weekend in February and continuing through June, the United By Hockey Mobile Museum has been traveling to all 32 of the NHL’s markets.
From the Original Six teams to the expansion era and beyond, the mobile museum celebrates hockey’s trailblazers, changemakers and business leaders spanning multiple underrepresented and multicultural demographics.
“Through United By Hockey’s mobile museum and other local initiatives, we’re not only promoting the game, but also championing unity and inclusivity through our continued commitment to ensure Hockey is for Everyone,” said Kevin Brown, Director of Community Impact for Ilitch Sports + Entertainment.
Consistent with the mission of United By Hockey, the Detroit Red Wings champion community programs like Learn, Play, Score, focusing on breaking down systemic barriers by providing equitable access to hockey in various forms for tens of thousands of children across Detroit. Programming includes “Street Hockey in The D,” Esports lounges at the Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan, ice rink collaborations with Clark Park, East Side Hockey Ice Arena and Jack Adams Memorial Arena, open skate opportunities for youth at Little Caesars Arena and more.
Karmanos Cancer Institute and Detroit Tigers Honor Survivors and Promote Breast Health at 11th Annual Pink Out the Park Game
April 23, 2023
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, in partnership with the Detroit Tigers and McLaren Health Care, the official health care system of the Tigers, continues the tradition of “Pink Out the Park” during the Friday, May 12 game against the Seattle Mariners at Comerica Park. This special event has raised awareness for breast health for the past 11 years. Breast cancer survivors will be honored during a special pre-game ceremony on the field, with first pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m.
Gates will open to Comerica Park at 5:10 p.m., and there will be a Pink Out the Park theme for the “Party in the Park” on the Comerica Landing, including a specialty cocktail, $5 food and drink specials, a DJ and more.
Throughout the game and on the concourse, fans can engage in several initiatives, including a ceremonial first pitch, in-game awareness promotions and entertainment, and an on-field recognition ceremony honoring members of the Karmanos Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) across the cancer center’s statewide network.
New to Pink Out the Park this year, a MEGA breast inflatable will be available for fans to engage and interact with. This larger-than-life, walk-through model of the human breast is a wonderful way to understand what breast cancer looks like, how screening and early detection can help with outcomes, and much more.
During the fourth inning, Tigers fans will have the opportunity to hold up “Pink Out the Park” cheer cards with the name of a loved one who has faced breast cancer during a tribute and moment of reflection. Both teams will also participate in the impactful annual recognition. Following the game, for the first time at a Pink Out the Park event, Friday Night Fireworks will be on display in the outfield.
“I am always inspired by the strength and perseverance of the women and men who undergo treatment for breast cancer. Cancer is blind to age, religion, skin color, and income level, but so too is grit and toughness,” said Eric Brown, M.D., FACS, co-leader of the Breast Cancer MDT at Karmanos. “Pink Out the Park is a wonderful way to honor and recognize these patients, their strength, and their success. It’s truly an honor to be trusted by patients to participate in their journey. They are my heroes.”
The first 15,000 fans through the gates will receive a Pink Out the Park pullover. Special Pink Out the Park ticket packages are available to support breast cancer research at Karmanos. Each ticket package includes tickets for the May 12 Tigers game, a pink Tigers bucket hat, and a $5 donation to Karmanos Cancer Institute. Visit tigers.com/pinkout to purchase.
Additional opportunities to donate will be available for Pink Out the Park. Fans can use a QR code to donate online at all of the Karmanos tables around the Comerica Park concourse. A portion of 50/50 raffle sales will also be donated to Karmanos.
Aside from skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). In the United States, women have a one-in-eight chance of developing the disease. In 2023, ACS estimates there will be 297,790 new cases of invasive breast cancer. That number has increased from the 2022 estimate, which was 287,850.
At Karmanos, the Breast Cancer MDT includes surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, plastic surgeons, pharmacists, specialized nurse practitioners, dietitians, social workers, and genetic counselors. The team focuses entirely on treating breast cancer and shares its collective expertise to create a customized treatment plan for each patient.
In the fight against cancer, early detection is an important weapon since cancer is most treatable in its early stages. Many forms of cancer do not display symptoms at their onset, so screening tests help monitor for warning signs. Karmanos recommends an annual screening mammogram for all women of average risk beginning at age 40. Women with one or more risk factors should talk with their family doctor or a Karmanos expert about when to start screening for breast cancer.
Part of McLaren Health Care, the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute offers many screening resources for women at the Women’s Wellness Clinic in Detroit, the Karmanos Cancer Institute at the Lawrence and Idell Weisberg Cancer Center in Farmington Hills, and McLaren locations near 12 additional sites across the Karmanos Cancer Network. Types of screening available throughout the health system include 3D mammography, breast ultrasound, such as the SoftVue™ 3D Whole Breast Ultrasound Tomography System in Detroit, and breast MRI. Karmanos’ high-risk breast assessment given to women in Detroit and Farmington Hills allows specialists to understand a patient’s risk for developing additional cancers, such as lung, ovarian and colon.
Patient referrals are not needed to receive a screening mammography at Karmanos or McLaren locations. To request a mammogram appointment or learn more, visit karmanos.org/cancerscreening or call 1-800-KARMANOS.