An Oncologist Steps ‘Further Into the Cancer World’ After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
March 3rd 2022The most revealing thing that Dr. Bhuvaneswari Ramaswamy, a breast medical oncologist, learned during her own treatment for breast cancer was that despite having extraordinary family and medical support, she still felt very isolated.
Trailblazer, Advocate, Innovator and Clinician For Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer
February 19th 2022A colleague recognizes the generosity, humility and grace of a metastatic breast cancer expert who has led many practice-changing trials and programs to help as many patients as she can.
A Pioneer of Metastatic Breast Cancer Research Who Never Gives up on Patients
February 17th 2022A surgical oncologist honors an admirable doctor in the field who refuses to falter in the face of challenges in order to do exhaust every opportunity possible to improve the lives of patients with metastatic breast cancer.
Every Patient With Cancer Needs a Compassionate Coordinator to Guide Them Through Clinical Trials
February 10th 2022A senior clinical trial coordinator and research trial nurse is honored for gently guiding patients with cancer through the entire clinical trial process with empathy and devotion.
A Helpline for Patients With Breast Cancer in Relentless Pursuit of Patient Support
February 6th 2022After receiving a breast cancer diagnosis at age 43, one woman became involved in advocacy with SHARE Cancer Support, spending hours speaking to women on the phone about treatments, emotional impacts and personal issues related to their breast cancer.
Fighting to Give Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer a Voice
February 3rd 2022A medical oncologist is recognized for her contributions in organizing the first international conference dedicated solely to metastatic breast cancer in an effort to give patients a platform to share their stories.
A Tireless Champion for Change in the Metastatic Breast Cancer Field
February 1st 2022A colleague describes how a woman who was diagnosed with breast cancer that later metastasized felt a lack of support and research, leading her to launch support programs for other patients and step into the advocacy field.
We Don’t Need More Pink Ribbons for Breast Cancer — We Need Treatments and Hope
January 29th 2022A mother writes about her daughter — a nurse with metastatic breast cancer who passionately cares for patients even while undergoing chemotherapy — and how more treatment options are desperately needed.