Posts Tagged ‘Inova Schar Cancer’
Inova Schar Cancer expands access to comprehensive cancer care with opening of Woodbridge location
New Prince William County location offers medical oncology, hematology, breast surgery, infusion and Inova Peterson Life with Cancer services WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Inova Schar Cancer has opened in Woodbridge, marking a significant expansion of Inova’s cancer services in eastern Prince William County. Conveniently located near I-95 and Potomac Mills, the new location brings expert cancer…
Read MoreBreast cancer screening and detection: 5 frequently asked questions
Kathleen Harden, MD is a breast oncology physician, board-certified in medical oncology and internal medicine at Inova Schar Cancer. She has a special interest and conducts research in the management of breast cancer. Her research is focused on early phase clinical trials in breast cancer, breast cancer genomics and individualized treatment for patients based on…
Read MoreInova Stem Cell Transplant and Immunotherapy Program offers advanced cellular therapy
Inova Schar Cancer is Northern Virginia’s only FACT-accredited health system There is an exciting new frontier in the fight against cancer: Immunotherapy is transforming cancer treatment by harnessing the power of the body’s own immune system to identify and attack cancer cells. Inova Schar Cancer is expanding access to these treatments through advanced cellular therapies.…
Read MoreStrength beyond treatment: Living with metastatic breast cancer
More than three years after a stage IV metastatic breast cancer diagnosis, Amy’s scans are clear – a fact she attributes to her faith, family, expert care and an extraordinary network of support. In September 2021, Amy couldn’t escape the feeling she needed to schedule a mammogram. There were no obvious reasons to worry, but…
Read MoreWhen cancer returned, Amal chose a team she could trust
When Amal felt a sudden crack in her back while playing tennis at age 49, she never imagined it would mark the beginning of a 15-year battle with a rare form of blood cancer. “I always brushed off my back pain,” she recalled. “Then one day I tried to return a serve and felt a…
Read MoreInova Schar Cancer’s pulmonary nodule program saves lives
Study at a glance Inova’s incidental lung nodule program has shown a 76% reduction in time from identification to diagnosis compared to standard referral pathways. This study showed an improvement in early-stage diagnosis of lung cancer when identified through Inova’s incidental lung nodule program. • 9,303 patients identified with incidental lung nodules • 134-day reduction…
Read MoreInova Schar Cancer President John Deeken, MD, named to Modern Healthcare’s 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives List
FAIRFAX, Va. — John Deeken, MD, President of Inova Schar Cancer and co-director of the Inova Schar Head and Neck Cancer Program, has been named to Modern Healthcare’s 2026 list of the “50 Most Influential Clinical Executive.” This national recognition honors physician and clinical leaders whose impact extends beyond their own organizations to help shape…
Read MoreThe art of healing: Letta’s story of cancer and musical care
When you walk into Letta’s treatment room on infusion day, a small disco ball throws light across the walls and someone’s playing guitar. It doesn’t feel like a chemo suite. Letta calls it “Club Chemo.” This welcoming atmosphere is thanks, in part, to the Arts and Healing program at Inova Schar Cancer. By bringing music…
Read MoreInova Schar Cancer awarded funding to implement improved symptom monitoring for patients undergoing cancer treatment
Fairfax, VA – Inova Schar Cancer has been approved for a funding award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to implement electronic monitoring of patients’ self-reported symptoms during cancer treatment. Led by John Deeken, MD, President of Inova Schar Cancer, this project will expand the use of electronic patient-reported outcomes (ePROs), enabling patients to…
Read MoreInova study finds multi-disciplinary care for newly diagnosed cancer patients leads to better outcomes, cost savings for patients
Fairfax, VA – A major new research study, led by physicians at Inova Schar Cancer, finds that same-day multidisciplinary clinics for newly diagnosed cancer patients significantly improve care quality, patient experience, and survival, while also reducing costs. Published in the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Journal of Oncology Practice, the study examines the impact of…
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