As our knowledge of breast cancer has grown, so have the number of therapy modalities and protocols used to treat this disease, from combinations of chemotherapy to targeted treatments that attack malignant cells carrying specific genetic variations. Overall, these developments have been positive, offering patients more and better options to fight their cancers, says breast […]
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Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Cancer Genomics
Posted by | podcastOur next Cancer Matters podcast is now online. Today, Dr Bill Nelson talks with Dr Srinivasan Yegnasubramanian about his research into cancer genomics. In this preview, Dr Yegnasubramanian explains how genes work. To listen, click here: http://bit.ly/2nYZcRy
A Model for Breast Cancer Care and Wellness
Posted by | precision medicine, Research, treatmentNew Clinical Director for Under Armour Breast Health Innovation Center is working to make care more efficient for patients Early in Mary Wilkinson’s training, she was drawn to medical oncology because of the special relationships doctors in this specialty have with patients. Instead of patients passing quickly through her care, she formed long-term relationships with […]
Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Pancreatic Cysts
Posted by | podcastIn the latest Cancer Matters podcast, Dr Bill Nelson speaks with Dr Anne Marie Lennon about CompCyst, a test of cysts on the pancreas that can determine whether they are cancerous and need surgery to remove them. In this preview, Dr Lennon says this test can evaluate the risk of cancer in a cyst on […]
Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Swim Across America’s 10th Year in Baltimore
Posted by | podcastIn our next Cancer Matters podcast, Bill Nelson and Swim Across America Baltimore's Volunteer Event Chair, Annie Applegarth, preview the 10th anniversary of their swims coming up on September 14 and 15. To listen to podcast, click here: http://bit.ly/2YqddIQ For more information or to register, click here: http://bit.ly/32vZpLQ
Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Not On My Watch
Posted by | podcastIn the next Cancer Matters podcast, Dr Bill Nelson speaks with Dr Arjun Gupta about an essay he's written for JAMA Oncology about the special relationship he developed with his first patient. Listen to the podcast here: http://bit.ly/2GqKsS3 Read Dr Gupta's essay here: https://ja.ma/2K746U2
Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Cancer Epigenetics
Posted by | podcastIn this week's Cancer Matters podcast with Dr Bill Nelson, he speaks to Dr Stephen Baylin about his groundbreaking discoveries and research in the field of cancer epigenetics. In this preview they discuss the genesis of Dr Baylin's study of gene function. To listen to the full podcast, click here: http://bit.ly/2xIYIkl
Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Surviving with Metastatic Cancer
Posted by | podcastIn our next podcast, Dr Bill Nelson speaks with Terry Langbaum and Dr Tom Smith about their stories as survivors with metastatic cancer. In this preview, they discuss how, despite their diagnoses, they have not given up hope and are making the most of the time they have. To listen to the podcast, click here: http://bit.ly/2XE6abL […]
Cancer Matters with Dr Bill Nelson – Bone Marrow Transplant
Posted by | podcastIn the next Cancer Matters Podcast, Dr Bill Nelson talks with Dr Rick Jones about the use of bone marrow transplant to treat blood cancers, sickle cell disease and AIDS. In this preview, Dr Jones explains explains how bone marrow transplant is used to treat bloods cancers and compares it to newer immunotherapy drugs now […]
Cancer Matters with Dr. Bill Nelson – Liquid Biopsies
Posted by | podcastToday, Dr Bill Nelson speaks with Dr Nick Papadopoulos about the potential for diagnosing cancer with a a blood test. In this preview, Dr Papadopoulos explains how scientists find cancer using these type of tests. To listen to the full podcast, click here: http://bit.ly/2I1reUk