Oncologists who practice and teach at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center are calling on medical oncology training programs to invest substantially more time educating physicians about palliative care and how to talk to patients about “bad news.” Click here to read more
Clinical Trial of Blood Pressure Drug Aimed at Preventing Lethal Complication of COVID-19
Posted by | ResearchResearchers in the Ludwig Center at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center report they have identified a drug treatment that could—if given early enough—potentially reduce the risk of death from the most serious complication of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), also known as SARS-CoV-2 infection. Read the full news release
On Target with Dr. Akila Viswanathan – Clinical Informatics
Posted by | podcastIn this On Target podcast, Dr Akila Viswanathan talks with Dr Todd McNutt about his research into medical physics and clinical informatics and how data collection can improve patient care.
Cancer Matters with Dr Bill Nelson – COVID-19
Posted by | podcastThe Cancer Matters podcast returns with Dr Bill Nelson and Dr Carol Ann Huff explaining how the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center is handling the COVID-19 pandemic and adjusting to treat patients who contract the virus.
On Target with Dr Akila Viswanathan – Radiopharmaceuticals and Dosimetry Based Treatment
Posted by | podcastIn this On Target podcast, Dr Akila Viswanathan speaks to Dr Robert Hobbs about his research into radiopharmaceuticals, alpha particle therapy and dosimetry based treatment.
Honoring Our Nurses Creative Approach To Cancer Care During COVID-19
Posted by | Issues & PerspectivesWhen the coronavirus (COVID-19) stormed the U.S. in March, its swift spread took most of the country by surprise. Many felt frightened and unprepared, but armed with years of experience in taking on the most complex challenges, our Kimmel Cancer Center nursing team was ready. Cancer treatments often deplete immune cells, weakening the immune system, […]
On Target with Dr Akila Viswanathan – The ORIOLE Trial
Posted by | podcastThe next On Target podcast is online. Today, Dr Akila Viswanathan speaks with Dr Phuoc Tran about his research into the spread of prostate cancer and a clinical trial that may show a response from the immune system for patients undergoing SBRT treatment. To read more about the ORIOLE Trial, click here: https://bit.ly/3ffj8WC
On Target with Dr Akila Viswanathan – COVID-19 Response
Posted by | podcastIn this special edition of the On Target podcast, Dr Akila Viswanathan speaks with members of the Johns Hopkins Radiation Oncology COVID-19 response team about the protocols and patient procedures implemented throughout Johns Hopkins Medicine to ensure cancer patients continue to receive their care and remain safe from the Coronavirus.
Sibley Integrative Medicine – Obesity Related Cancer Risks
Posted by | podcastIn the next Sibley Integrative Podcast, Dr Rosanne Sheinberg and Harpreet Gujral explain the cancer-related risks associated with obesity and how the concept of NEAT (Non-exercise Activity Thermogenesis) plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy weight.
Kimmel Cancer Center Director William Nelson Addresses Coronavirus
Posted by | Issues & PerspectivesJohns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center Director William Nelson, MD, PhD, spoke with The Cancer Letter about how our cancer center is managing the COVID-19 pandemic. You can read the conversation here: http://bit.ly/clnelson