Contributors


Dr. Petros Grivas

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Bavencio Maintains Bladder Cancer Benefit in Patients with Diabetes

Bavencio improved survival in patients with bladder cancer, irrespective of diabetes status, according to an analysis of the JAVELIN Bladder 100 trial.


Madiha Zaidi

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Benefits of a Shared Decision-Making Tool for Colorectal Cancer Patients

A shared decision-making tool is an approach that allows the clinician to collaborate with the patient in reaching evidence-informed decision making.


Mara Klecker

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Friendship is Forever

Gina Roller’s best friend, Kerri-Lynn Larimer, adopted and lived by the motto “crazy not to” long before she was diagnosed with metastatic melanoma.


Nora Massignotti-Cortese

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License to Live: How a Fishing Retreat Liberated Me from Cancer

Talking about cancer can be a great burden but sharing one’s story can be liberating. Even if you share it while fishing.


Claire Chow

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Unexpected Angel and Boob in a Box: Two Stories from a Cancer Survivor

From an unexpected encounter in the gym to finding her first prosthesis, a breast cancer survivor recounts two impactful stories in her cancer experience.


Dr. Charles E. Geyer

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Kadcyla Continues to Show Benefits in Early HER2+ Breast Cancer

In HER2-positive early breast cancer, Kadcyla shows sustained improvement in both invasive disease-free survival and overall survival versus Herceptin.


Dr. Jennifer Chan

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Phase 3 Trial Leads to FDA Approval of Cabometyx in Neuroendocrine Tumors

Based on the phase 3 CABINET trial, the FDA approved Cabometyx for some patients with previously treated neuroendocrine tumors.


Chung-Han Lee, MD

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Unmet Needs and Future Perspectives in the Treatment of RCC

Bryan Lewis, president of KidneyCAN, and Chung-Han Lee, MD, describe unmet needs and future perspectives in the treatment of renal cell carcinoma.


Ryan Scott

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ctDNA Clearance Linked to Improved Survival in Oncogene-Driven NSCLC

Among patients with oncogene-driven advanced NSCLC who were treated with TKIs, ctDNA clearance was associated with improved survival end points.


Melody Saberon Ybarra

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Going Through Cancer as a Young Adult Shaped My Outlook on Life

I went through two grueling bouts of cancer when I was a young adult, which drastically shaped my life.


Hope Aguilar

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Your Life Is Not Over Because of Cancer

At the moment it may be hard to realize, but your life is not over because of cancer.


Angela Patterson

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My Gratitude for Brighter Moments as a New Mom With Cancer

Reflecting on my first diagnosis of breast cancer at 36 weeks pregnant has made me feel grateful for the positive moments during that dark time.


Elisabeth Schlegel

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How One Cancer Nurse Exhibits Compassion on a Daily Basis

During anxious times throughout treatment, one patient details how her oncology nurse helped her to relax at visits to her cancer center.



Terri Hoffmann

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I Promised One Happy Thing a Day During Cancer Treatment

Surprisingly, there were many reasons to be happy, even throughout my difficult cancer treatments, and I have some awesome memories.


Alex Biese

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Decipher Prostate Test Now Available for Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Decipher Prostate Metastatic Genomic Classifier is now available for patients with metastatic prostate cancer.


Dr. Rachna Shroff

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Understanding Biliary Tract Cancer and The Current Standard of Care

An expert explains what biliary tract cancers are and the current landscape of treatment as well as future advancements.


Ginny Kirklin, M.P.H

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Champion of the Patient With Cancer's Voice

Oncology nurse, Abbey Kaler, M.S., APRN, FNP-C, CMSRN daily follows the motto “Love, Listen and Heal.”


John Savoie

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Nature's Healing Through Cancer

Even though cancer made its rounds through my family and myself, nature has brought a lot of healing.


Karen Kosky

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The Long Staircase of My Colorectal Cancer Journey

Whenever I received bad news regarding my colorectal cancer, I felt like it was the end — until my therapist told me something that changed everything.


Elisabeth Cancellieri, BSN, RN, OCN

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A Cancer Nurse With a Caring Heart and Bright Mind

I could tell from the way the staff and patients spoke of her that she was special, and I quickly saw for myself, too.


Wendy Harpham

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What I Wish Medical School Had Taught Me About Cancer

Medical school didn't teach me how to help patients find hope during tough times.


Dr. J. Isabelle Choi

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Creating an Extraordinary Environment for Cancer Healing

As Vicki puts it, she envisions her role as nurse manager as helping patients have the best possible journey from the minute they walk through the doors.


Dr. Michael J. Pishvaian

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The Benefit of Clinical Trial Enrollment for Patients With Cancer

There are a number of reasons why patients with cancer are encouraged to enroll in clinical trials, Dr. Michael J. Pishvaian explained.


Carla Deschamps

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Life Lessons I Learned After My Colon Cancer Diagnosis

After being diagnosed with colon cancer, I learned the life-changing lessons of self-love, stepping out of my comfort zone and embracing positive thinking.


SPONSORED CONTENT BY QED THERAPEUTICS

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Genetic Profiling may Open Many Doors for Treating Cholangiocarcinoma

A gastrointestinal malignancy expert discusses the role genomics play in cholangiocarcinoma, as well as how genetic profiling may identify which treatment is best for patients.


Thomas Hutson, DO, PharmD

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Future Perspectives in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)

Dr Thomas Hutson comments on the TiNivo-2 trial and discusses upcoming and novel therapies for patients with renal cell carcinoma.


Susan Rux, Ph.D., D.N.P., RN, FACHE, NEA-BC, OCN,

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Empowering Oncology Colleagues to Meet Patient Needs

Caitlin Fanning, M.S.N., RN, OCN, is an oncology nurse who "focuses on empowerment."


Julie Lanford, M.P.H., RD, CSO, LDN

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Spring Into the Season With New Recipes

Enjoy a refreshing kale salad on a sunny afternoon and a savory chickpea curry during an April shower. And don’t forget to treat yourself with kindness — and pudding!


Anne Wold

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‘The Shining Light for All Patients With Cancer’

A retired special education teacher reflects on a pediatric oncology nurse practitioner who helped her teach children with neurocognitive issues impacted by cancer and its treatments.