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How to improve access, efficiency and equity in tomorrow's cancer programs
Cancer centers around the country are reaching capacity while facing challenges such as higher-acuity patients, labor shortages and consumer-like expectations. -
10 best hospitals for cancer care, ranked by US News
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston earned the No. 1 spot on U.S. News & World Report's 2022-23 Best Hospitals for Cancer ranking released July 26. -
Wayne State University, Karmanos Cancer Institute gifted $100M for new research hub
Detroit-based Wayne State University School of Medicine and the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute plan to construct a $450 million complex to further their academic and research partnership. -
6 recent moves from the nation's leading cancer centers
Here are six moves from leading cancer centers across the nation that Becker's has covered since June 24: -
UF Health 1st in Southeast to offer groundbreaking imaging device
University of Florida Health in Gainesville recently became the first site in the Southeastern U.S., and one of 42 worldwide, to house an imaging device combining extremely detailed MRI with precision radiotherapy, it said in an email to Becker's July 21. -
Dr. Howard Sandler elected president of American Society for Radiation Oncology
The American Society for Radiation Oncology appointed Howard Sandler, MD, its president-elect July 20. -
12 oncologists on the move
Twelve oncologists joined new practices or received new appointments in the last few weeks. -
Are cancer centers too test-heavy? Some studies say yes
Three studies published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that cancer centers often deviate from testing guidelines, which can lead to unnecessary screenings and complications in older adults, The New York Times reported July 17. -
MD Anderson names Dr. Donna Hansel division head of pathology and lab medicine
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center selected Donna Hansel, MD, PhD, as the new division head of pathology and laboratory medicine. She will join MD Anderson Sept. 13, according to a July 13 new release from the center. -
Biden taps 3 physicians to serve on cancer panel
President Biden on July 13 appointed three physicians to a voluntary panel tasked with advising him on overcoming barriers to cancer care and reducing cancer burden. -
Auburn Community Hospital to build $14M radiation treatment center
Auburn (N.Y.) Community Hospital was approved by the state to build a $14 million radiation treatment center, syracuse.com reported July 14. -
Children's Hospital Los Angeles part of clinical trials for neuroblastoma radiation therapy
Children's Hospital Los Angeles has begun offering a radiation drug therapy using metaiodobenzylguanidine, or MIGB, to children with high-risk neuroblastoma. -
6 recent cancer partnerships
Six recent oncology-related partnerships formed, advanced or renewed Becker's has covered since June 22: -
Cancer Center at Illinois develops groundbreaking imaging technology
Urbana, Ill.-based Cancer Center at Illinois recently developed a groundbreaking cancer imaging technology by recreating the mantis shrimp's visual system in a single device to provide physicians with clearer images for disease detection, WCIA reported July 12. -
Ludwig Cancer Research Institute appoints Dr. Pat Morin deputy scientific director
New York City-based Ludwig Cancer Research Institute named Pat Morin, PhD, its new deputy scientific director July 12. -
Cancer-causing herbicide found in 80% of US urine samples
Glyphosate, a cancer-causing herbicide, was found in 80 percent of urine samples from kids and adults in the U.S., the CDC's "National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey" found. -
Amazon, Fred Hutchinson launch cancer vaccine clinical trial
Amazon launched an FDA-approved clinical trial for its cancer vaccines. -
Lung Cancer Research Foundation establishes scientific committee
The Lung Cancer Research Foundation established a scientific executive committee July 11 to create a strategic roadmap to guide the foundation's research investment and identify areas of unmet need. -
Dr. Dhanpat Jain appointed to Cancer Committee of College of American Pathologists
Dhanpat Jain, MD, professor of pathology and of medicine in the field of digestive diseases at New Haven, Conn.-based Yale School of Medicine, recently was appointed to the Cancer Committee of the College of American Pathologists. -
Yale Cancer Center names Dr. Kiran Turaga chief of surgical oncology
New Haven, Conn.-based Yale Cancer Center appointed Kiran Turaga, MD, division chief of surgical oncology July 6. His appointment is effective Oct. 1.
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