Contributors


Pamela O’Neil,M.S.N.,NP-C,AOCNP

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True Grit: The Spirit of an Extraordinary Healer

Heather Patenaude, B.S.N., RN, displays the highest level of technical skills necessary to provide compassionate care to her patients.


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.



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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Understanding the Importance of Biomarker Testing in Lung Cancer

Dr. Joshua K. Sabari sat down with Terri Conneran at the 2025 World Conference on Lung Cancer for a conversation on the importance of biomarker testing.



Dr. Ryan Kahn

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Expert Discusses Treatment Advances During Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Elahere, validated in a phase 3 trial, is FDA-approved and offers the first major advancement for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer in decades.


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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Thanking My Support System From My Cancer Journey

Five years after being diagnosed with colon cancer, I would like to share how my support system continues to play a role in my life after active treatment.


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.


Gail Barr

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Compassionate Guidance Through a Cancer Clinical Trial

"Because of his supportive rapport with his patients, his name often has come up in our local support group, resulting in everyone wishing they had 'a Gil,'" a cancer survivor wrote of a clinical trial research nurse.


Robert Madonna

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A Strong Admiration for Oncology Nurses

Two patients reflected on how extraordinary their oncology nurses are — even noting that they forget about their cancer when talking with their nurses.


Dr. Megan Menon

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How Patients With Cancer Can Avoid Counterfeit Therapeutics Online

Dr. Megan Menon explains how patients can verify the authenticity of online prescription purchases for their cancer treatment.


Leslie Kern

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Breathing in a Gifted Life Beyond Cancer

I choose to stay positive and remain strong through my cancer treatment.