Posts Tagged ‘cancer’
Repurposed Skin Cancer Drug Effective for Rare Brain Cancer
A multi-institutional study has identified a new treatment option for papillary craniopharyngioma, a rare form of cancer that forms along the central nervous system. “Brain tumors are rare, and papillary craniopharyngioma tumors are rare among this group,” said Adam Cohen, M.D., co-director of the neuro-oncology program at the Inova Schar Cancer Institute. “We found that…
Read MoreInova Cardio-Oncology Program Expands Services to Protect Long-Term Cardiovascular Health
Cardiovascular effects from cancer treatment can develop years later and are the second leading cause of death among cancer survivors. Inova’s Cardio-Oncology Program prevents, detects and treats heart issues in people whose lives are touched by cancer. It draws on the world-class expertise of the Inova Schar Cancer and Inova Schar Heart and Vascular. …
Read MoreInova Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program: A Groundbreaking First Year Exceeds Expectations
Faran Polani, MD, is a hematology-oncology fellow with Inova Health System. When I began looking for a hematology-oncology fellowship, I wanted a program that balanced clinical experience with research opportunities. As I learned more about Inova’s Hematology-Oncology Fellowship Program, I grew excited at the prospect of applying. Inova’s quickly expanding research center, combined with the…
Read MoreHere Comes the Sun: What You Should Know About Sunscreen Alternatives
Patricia Lucey, MD, is a specialty care physician who is board-certified in dermatology. She believes in the importance of early clinical detection and full body examinations to prevent and catch skin cancer at an early stage. Dr. Lucey provides care at Inova Schar Cancer Institute. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in…
Read MoreHow Testicular Cancer Affects Sexual Health
Inger Rosner, MD, is a board-certified urologic oncologist at Inova Scar Cancer Institute’s Genitourinary Cancer Program. Dr. Rosner has published dozens of papers based on her research in the field of urologic oncology. She answers common questions about testicular cancer and sexual health, and provides hope for those with this diagnosis. Finding out you have…
Read MoreNational Nurses Month: Celebrating Oncology Nurses
Anyone who has experienced a hospital stay or managed a chronic condition knows the impact nurses have on patients and their families. Not only do nurses deliver exceptional healthcare, but they also offer advocacy, support — and even friendship. During National Nurses Month each May, the American Nurses Association celebrates nurses who lead, excel…
Read MoreTigerlily Foundation Partners with Inova Life with Cancer on #InclusionPledge to Eliminate Disparities for Black Women Living with Breast Cancer
Fairfax, VA – Tigerlily Foundation announced today that Inova Life with Cancer has joined the #InclusionPledge – an unprecedented initiative focused on diversity, inclusion, and eliminating disparities for Black women living with breast cancer. As an organization dedicated to ending disparities in our lifetime, Tigerlily Foundation recognizes that recent world events highlight the systemic racism that…
Read MoreKnow the Facts About Head and Neck Cancer
April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month — an important time to talk about this lesser-known cancer type. Though cases are increasing in the U.S., many people don’t know the signs of head and neck cancer — or what treatment they may need. Inova head and neck cancer experts John Deeken, MD, and Gopal…
Read MoreSuzuki Receives 2023 AstraZeneca Lung Cancer Research Award
The Board of Directors of The Thoracic Surgery Foundation has named Kei Suzuki, MD, the recipient of the 2023 AstraZeneca Lung Cancer Research Award. Suzuki was recognized for his project, “Single-cell RNA sequence profiling of tumor-immune microenvironment for precision therapy in resectable lung cancer.” “This funding is crucial to take the research to the next…
Read MoreInterested in a Career with Oncology Clinical Research?
Stephanie Van Bebber is a certified clinical research professional. She serves as the Senior Director of the Clinical Trials Office for Inova Schar Cancer Institute. We don’t need to scroll very far to see that healthcare is facing major challenges, especially in our human resources. We need more people to train and commit to careers…
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