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Pictured: Paul Russo
In the Clinic
Many Affected by Kidney Cancer Are Not Informed about Kidney-Sparing Surgery Option
Wednesday, May 15, 2013

A study has found that the majority of kidney cancer patients with small tumors have their entire kidney removed, which can increase the risk of developing chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular complications.

Cancer Care; Surgery; Treatment; Kidney Cancer
Honor
Samuel and May Rudin Awards Recognize Nursing Excellence at Memorial Sloan-Kettering
Monday, May 13, 2013

Six nursing staff members were honored at this year’s Samuel and May Rudin Awards ceremony held during National Nurses Week on Wednesday, May 8.

Cancer Care; Nursing
Pictured: Jedd Wolchok
In the Clinic
Combining Two FDA-Approved Drugs May Be Harmful for Patients with Metastatic Melanoma
Thursday, April 4, 2013

Early research led by investigators at Memorial Sloan-Kettering cautions against combining ipilimumab and vemurafenib for the treatment of metastatic melanoma.

Cancer Care; Clinical Trials; Immunotherapy; Treatment; Melanoma; Research
Pictured: Paul Sabbatini
Q&A
Increased Emphasis on Clinical Research to Advance Cancer Treatment
Tuesday, April 2, 2013

In his new role as Deputy Physician-in-Chief for Clinical Research, Paul Sabbatini aims to streamline, accelerate, and expand Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s clinical research program.

Cancer Care; Clinical Trials; Personalized Medicine; Research
Pictured: John Mulhall
Q&A
Urologist John Mulhall Explains Strategies for Addressing Sexual Health Concerns for Men with Cancer
Friday, March 8, 2013

Dr. Mulhall, director of Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s Male Sexual and Reproductive Medicine Program, explains common concerns about male sexual health and offers advice for men and their partners.

Cancer Care; Sexual Health; Bladder Cancer; Prostate Cancer; Testicular Cancer; Counseling & Support; Survivorship
Pictured: Charles Sawyers
Honor
Physician-Scientist Charles Sawyers Awarded Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences
Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Charles Sawyers, Chair of Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program, is a recipient of the inaugural $3 million prize for groundbreaking achievements in scientific research.

Drug Discovery; Targeted Therapy; Treatment; Leukemias; Prostate Cancer; Research
Pictured: James Fagin
In the Clinic
Drug Reverses Radioiodine Resistance in Some People with Advanced Thyroid Cancer
Thursday, February 14, 2013

Researchers have found that the investigational drug selumetinib shuts down the signaling of genetic mutations that prevent some patients’ thyroid cancer tumors from absorbing radioiodine, the most effective treatment for the disease.

Cancer Care; Clinical Trials; Treatment; Thyroid Cancer; Research
Pictured: Mammogram
Q&A
Diagnostic Radiologist Carol Lee Discusses What Women Should Know about Breast Density
Wednesday, January 30, 2013

A New York State law that went into effect this month requires radiologists to inform women if they have dense breasts. Dr. Lee answers questions about the concept of breast density and what women should know.

Cancer Care; Mammography; Breast Cancer; Screening
Pictured: Kenneth Yu
In the Clinic
Blood Test Could Predict Which Patients with Pancreatic Cancer May Benefit from Chemotherapy
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

New research suggests that analyzing genetic changes found in the bloodstream may help doctors predict which chemotherapy regimens will work for some patients.

Cancer Care; Chemotherapy; Personalized Medicine; Treatment; Pancreatic Cancer; Research
Pictured: Charles Sawyers' Laboratory
In the Clinic
Projects Led by Memorial Sloan-Kettering Investigators Listed among Top Cancer Advances of 2012
Monday, January 7, 2013

The American Society of Clinical Oncology’s notable research advances include the approval of a new drug for men with advanced prostate cancer that was developed and studied by Memorial Sloan-Kettering researchers.

Cancer Care; Clinical Trials; Personalized Medicine; Targeted Therapy; Screening; Treatment; Research
Pictured: Michel Sadelain & Jedd Wolchok
Announcement
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Researchers Appointed to Stand Up To Cancer Immunology “Dream Team”
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Physician-scientists Michel Sadelain and Jedd Wolchok have been appointed to a new research team dedicated to investigating ways to harness the immune system to fight cancer.

Immunotherapy; Immunology; Research
Pictured: Ethel Law & Elizabeth Grahn
Announcement
Nurses Honored by the New York Times for Extraordinary Achievements
Monday, December 10, 2012

Memorial Sloan-Kettering advanced practice nurses Elizabeth Grahn and Ethel Law have been recognized for their extraordinary achievements in education and research.

Cancer Care; Nursing
Pictured: Charles Sawyers
Announcement
President Obama Names Physician-Scientist Charles Sawyers to National Cancer Advisory Board
Saturday, December 8, 2012

Charles Sawyers, Chair of Memorial Sloan-Kettering’s Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program, is widely recognized as someone who is revolutionizing the molecular treatment of cancer.

Research
Pictured: Michael Zelefsky
In the Clinic
Medication Used Before, During, and After Radiation Treatment Helps Men with Prostate Cancer Maintain Overall Sexual Function
Friday, November 30, 2012

Study signals hope for maintaining sexual function in men undergoing radiation treatment for prostate cancer.

Cancer Care; Clinical Trials; Sexual Health; Radiation Therapy; Prostate Cancer
Q&A
Giving Blood This Holiday Season
Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Cancer patients use more blood and platelets than patients with any other illness. Memorial Sloan-Kettering is always in need of blood donations – especially during the holiday season.

Cancer Care; Donating Blood