Contributors


Barbara Scott

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Shining Through Cancer and Fear

Even after surgery and chemotherapy, I make sure to shine through cancer and any fear that stares at me.


Nick Power

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Biomarker Testing Tool Empowers Patients With Lung Cancer

The Cancer Support Community's Biomarker Testing Tool can help identify which targeted therapy should be used for treatment in patients with lung cancer.


Bita Fakhri, MD, MPH

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The Future of CLL Care: Medical Breakthroughs and Patient-Physician Collaboration

The discussion will wrap up with perspectives on the future of CLL treatment, including anticipated improvements in patient care and quality of life, emerging therapies, and evolving patient roles in care decisions.


Mary Barbera

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Regaining Independence After Ovarian Cancer Surgery

After ovarian cancer surgery, Mary Barbera spent three months in rehab before finally returning home, a milestone that marked her emotional recovery.



Karen Cohn

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What’s in a Name? How I Chose ‘Person’ Over ‘Survivor’ After Cancer

When asked to choose a word other than “survivor” to describe myself, I chose “person” because cancer does not define who I am.


Tianja Grant

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Cracked, Not Broken: Life After Breast Cancer

Breast cancer cracked me open but didn’t break me — it gave me voice, purpose and courage to dream boldly, live fully and speak up for those who can’t.


Neil Scott

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The Powerful Storm Cancer Brings

Cancer's chaos can cause a storm full of unknowns.


Jeffrey Carlberg

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My Wife, My Myeloma Hero

My wife, Michelle, has used this diagnosis as a pillar of strength, doing all she can for her young boys and me and leading the best life she can, while along the way committing to raise funds and awareness to help improve and extend the lives of patients with myeloma


Maureen Rovas

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Hope in Strength

Deborah Pickworth, who is living with stage 4 lung cancer, was nominated for the Lung Cancer Heroes® award for her impact in supporting and advocating for others with the disease.


Paula Schneider

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A Letter to Myself: You Were Made for This Breast Cancer Journey

Paula Schneider, president and CEO of Susan G. Komen®, writes to her younger self on the lessons and challenges she faced as a patient with breast cancer.


Kristen Stewart

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My Invisible Illness: Living With Brain Fog After Brain Tumor Surgery

Even six years after brain tumor surgery, invisible symptoms like brain fog and memory loss shape how I live, cope, and find gratitude every day.


Karen O'Sullivan

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The Oncology Nurse Who Helps Patients With Cancer Through Hurdles During Treatment

A patient with breast cancer details how her oncology nurse has helped her when experiencing side effects to the chemotherapy she’s receiving.


Dr. Ari Hakimi

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Kidney Cancer Research Embraces Biology-Driven Precision Approach

Dr. Ari Hakimi highlighted how tumor profiling and molecular markers are expanding access to precision-based trials for kidney cancer.



Dr. Ranjit S. Bindra

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Advances in Radiation Improve Precision in Brain Cancer Therapy

The field of radiation oncology has advanced in brain cancer treatment with precise therapeutic approaches including proton and carbon therapy.


Jaymie Knox

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A Path After Cancer Doesn't Have to Be Linear

I used to think that having lung cancer canceled all of my life's plans, but I realized I shouldn't give it that much power.


Dr. Christine Bestvina

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Driving Lung Cancer Research With Compassion

Livia Szeto, B.S.N., RN, OCN, has "unparalleled" patient relationships and research skills, allowing her to provide excellent care.


Darlene Dobkowski, MA

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Empowering the Immune System

TIL therapy is on the rise in melanoma, with potential for other tumor types.


Francesca Perez

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I Wish I Advocated More When Doctors Told Me I Didn’t Have Cancer

On multiple occasions, doctors told me not to worry, but I ended up being diagnosed with a rare cancer called leiomyosarcoma.


Mary A. Ohara

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A Poem About Finding Purpose and Looking Ahead During Cancer

Learning that I had cancer — melanoma and renal cell carcinoma — made me feel like I lost something, but I keep looking ahead.


Bryan McIver, MD

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Addressing Unmet Needs in Differentiated Thyroid Cancer

Before closing out their discussion on differentiated thyroid cancer, patients and health care professionals alike consider unmet needs in this space.


AMY TOOTLE, M.S., B.S.N., RN, DNP

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A Reliable Resource to Colleagues and Patients With Cancer

One morning after interdisciplinary team rounding, Mr. R asked Ashley to stay in his room. He had multiple questions about treatment options, and Ashley answered his questions in detail.


Steve Sendele

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Rock Solid Care

A cancer survivor writes about the oncologist who helped him conquer the fears and anxieties of cancer treatments.


Dr. John L. Gore

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Rapid Developments to Enhance Patient Experience in GU Cancer

New treatment combinations are transforming genitourinary cancer care, improving survival and quality of life while personalizing patient outcomes.


Hayley Virgil

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Lynparza Plus Zytiga Boosts PFS, Response Rates in Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Lynparza, Zytiga and prednisone led to improved progression-free survival and response rates in patients with metastatic prostate cancer.


Dr. Ryan Merrell

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IDH Inhibitors Offer New, Safer Option for Some Brain Tumors

IDH inhibitors, now FDA approved for lower-grade gliomas, yield fewer side effects than chemotherapy, said Dr. Ryan Merrell.


Dr. Alexander Chehrazi-Raffle

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Fotivda Monotherapy Demonstrated Efficacy in Previously Treated Metastatic RCC

Dr. Alexander Chehrazi-Raffle discusses findings from the phase 3 TiNivo-2 trial, designed to evaluate treatment with Fotivda in patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma.


Wendy Reichental

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As Rare Disease Day Approaches, I’m Reflecting on My MPN Diagnosis

I was shocked when I was diagnosed with a myeloproliferative neoplasm, and have dedicated myself to learning about the disease since.


PAMELA O’NEIL, M.S.N., NP-C, AOCNP, APRN

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Compassionate and Courage Cancer Care

Compassionate, caring and courageous are the words I would use to describe Marianne Smith, RN, ONC.