An epic event, an unparalleled opportunity to cure cancerJoin Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center (ACC) on October 11 to 12, 2014 in the Ride to Conquer Cancer© (RTCC)—an unforgettable and epic bike ride through Pennsylvania’s picturesque scenery -towards one life-changing destination: to cure cancer.At two-days and 150+ miles the RTCC will be a physical challenge—and an emotional and inspirational weekend—that will give you a chance to join forces with our physicians, patients, and families to leave everything on the bike course and raise serious...
Friday, 28 February 2014
Thursday, 20 February 2014
Basser Research Center for BRCA Director Susan Domchek, MD was quoted in a recent Marketplace report on drug shortages. Dan Gorenstein reports on shortages in the supply of drugs for cancer and other conditions, quoting Dr. Domchek who says that this lack of medication puts patients at risk.“It is a very difficult thing to explain to a patient, why you can’t get a very standard chemotherapy regimen because you don’t have access to the medication,”...
Monday, 17 February 2014
Katrina is an editor for a medical publication, and lived in South Jersey with her two daughters and husband. In January 2013, she found out that she is a carrier for the BRCA1 mutation. Katrina is returning to her writing roots by blogging through the experience as she weighs family planning, surgical measures vs. surveillance, and the impact all of it will have on her family. In her spare time, she practices yoga and spends time with her extended family.“Pour me something stronger than me.” ~NashvilleI jotted that lyric down last season, not...
Friday, 14 February 2014
Penn Medicine's Basser Research Center for BRCA has announced the Basser External Grant Program, that focuses on projects designed to advance the care of individuals living with BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.Bringing Support to BRCA1/2 ResearchThe Basser External Grant Program has been made possible thanks to an additional $5 million donation from University of Pennsylvania alumni and Basser Center founders, Mindy and Jon Gray.“As...
Wednesday, 12 February 2014
Join The Amyloidosis Program at Penn Medicine and the Amyloidosis Support Group Saturday, April 12 from 9am-2pm for the Biannual Amyloidosis Support Group. The Biannual Amyloidosis Support Group Comes to Penn MedicineIn partnership with the Amyloidosis Support Group, Penn Medicine's Amyloidosis Clinic will be hosting this year's Biannual Amyloidosis Support Group event. The event will featue a questions and answers segment with guest...
When Neha Vapiwala, MD, and John P. Plastaras, MD, PhD, met during the Perelman School of Medicine’s residency program in radiation oncology, Neha left a huge impression on John. “She was a year ahead of me and gave me the lay of the land on my first day,” said John. “Her organization and thoroughness were simply remarkable.” Little did they know, the guidance she showed him during his first disorientating days of residency would set the tone for...
Wednesday, 5 February 2014
Event Cancellation: This event, Yin and Yang of Acupuncture Research: Examining the "parts," understanding the "whole" has been cancelled due to the incoming storm. We apologize for any inconvenience, and hope to reschedule Dr. Witt's visit in the future. Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center is sponsoring a free public lecture entitled “Yin and Yang of Acupuncture Research” on February 13, 2014 from 12-1 pm in the Reunion Auditorium...
Tuesday, 4 February 2014
The Abramson Cancer Center presents a new support series for brain tumor patients and their families with guest speakers presenting on topics of interest. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to attend all three sessions in February.February 11, 2014Dr. Eleanor Anderson, PsychiatristMatt Stevenson, LCSW, CounselorFebruary 18, 2014Kim Fleisher, Reiki instructorTali Mazar Ben-Josef, Yoga instructorFebruary 25, 2014Katrina Claghorn, Registered...
Today is World Cancer Day. To celebrate and raise awareness, we've "Purpled our Profile" on Facebook here. World Cancer Day is a chance to raise our collective voices in the name of improving general knowledge around cancer and dismissing misconceptions about the disease. From a global level, World Cancer Day is focusing on the myths below.How are you celebrating World Cancer Day? Purple Your Profile on Facebook and spread awareness about cancer....
Monday, 3 February 2014
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