Conquer Cancer announces 2022 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium Merit Awards
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Conquer Cancer®, the ASCO Foundation, is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2022 Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium Merit Awards.
Brenda Brody and Loriana Herdandez-Aldama
The Unexpected Gift
“You don’t have to get ready when you stay ready,” says Loriana.
Dr. Nathalie McKenzie and Dr. Mark Lewis
“I'd like to thank you for considering the gift of giving. You are impacting the lives of patients. You are impacting the lives of the people they care for, whether they're aging parents or children. And more than likely you're impacting an entire community,” said Dr. McKenzie.
Dr. Sheena Mukkada of St. Jude Researches Antibiotic Resistance in Pediatric Patients
Genomic sequencing is helping researchers improve cancer care for young patients in resource-limited settings, where antibiotic-resistant infections are among the main causes of mortality in children receiving cancer treatment. Sheena Mukkada, MD, MPH, an infectious disea
The Gift of Hope
A few years ago, we introduced you to Bella Raffin. We are thrilled to share this inspiring update.
The Gift of Science
Mark Crafts is a CONQUER.ORG contributor and a dedicated Conquer Cancer fundraiser.
Bahar Laderian, MD, Is Working To Treat Rare Tumors
Patients with rare tumors face unique challenges while conquering cancer. Many neuroendocrine tumors, which begin in hormone-producing nerve cells found throughout the body’s organs, are uncommon and understudied.
Kristin and Will Flanary and Dr. Mark Lewis
In Sickness and In Health
Kristin and Will began their marriage tackling problems unchartered by most 20-something couples: fertility preservation, survival support groups, and stacks of confusing medical bills.
The Gifts of Peace and Second Chances
Monique was diagnosed with breast cancer during the holiday season 8 years ago. This holiday, she is celebrating every day she has with the people she loves.
Study Centered on Veterans Could Help All Patients with Prostate Cancer
When a patient is diagnosed with prostate cancer a doctor might predict the success of the treatment based on clinical trials. While the information clinical trials provide is extremely valuable, “it is not precision medicine,” says Harshraj Leuva, MD.