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When it comes to cancer care, our director
@DrSDNimer
explains the Sylvester difference.
#InPursuitOf
your cure.
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Dr. Jaime Merchan, director de estudios clínicos fase I en Sylvester explica el significado de ser el único centro de cancer designado por el NCI en el sur de la Florida.
#SylvesterNCI
#NCIDesignated
#Enespa
ñol
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Sylvester’s team of more than 300 cancer focused physicians and researchers is dedicated to discovering new and better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer. Learn more about our clinical news and
#research
highlights -
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As
#cancer
therapies have advanced significantly, there can still be side effects from treatment, such as with
#immunotherapy
. Luckily, Sylvester has the only Immune-Related Adverse Events program in
#SouthFlorida
. Learn more:
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Announcing a landmark $126 million gift to
@SylvesterCancer
- the single largest in
@univmiami
history! The anonymous gift, in honor of Sylvester's director
@DrSDNimer
, will be used to develop new cancer research programs, impact patient care and more.
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With the advent of
#immunotherapy
, newly diagnosed patients with
#MultipleMyeloma
now have better options for treatment. Learn more as
@FrancescoMaura4
,
@DrOlaLandgren
and Dr. David Coffey offer insights into the
#science
behind this
#cancer
therapy.
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The 2023 Sylvester
#CancerSurvivorship
Symposium was a powerful gathering of hope and solutions. With both scientific and
#patient
-focused tracks, it brought together over 300 attendees to address the challenges of
#survivorship
. 🙌 Learn more:
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Congratulations to
@GlopesMd
our associate director of
#globaloncology
on being selected as an
@ASCO
Advocacy Champion for helping shape policies to ensure all patients with cancer have access to high quality equitable care.
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We’re excited to announce philanthropist Ken Griffin’s transformative $50M gift to
@univmiami
. This trajectory-changing donation will fuel groundbreaking
#CancerResearch
at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute (NCI) – designated
#cancer
center
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The White House Office of Public Engagement, Office of the Vice President, has asked Dr.
@BrandonMahal
, assistant director of Community Outreach and Engagement at Sylvester, to participate in its newly formed
#HealthEquity
Leaders Roundtable Series.
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Join us in congratulating
@NGoelMD
, who was presented with the John K. and Judy H. Schulte Endowed Chair in
#CancerResearch
. The endowed chair will allow her to continue
#research
in
#BreastCancer
, translational
#epidemiology
,
#genomics
and addressing
#cancer
disparities. 🙌
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Congratulations to Dr. Priscila Barreto Coelho (
@PriscilaBCMD
), who was awarded the 2023
#BreastCancer
#Research
Foundation Young Investigator Award at
#ASCO23
. 🎉
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Thank you again for visiting alex’s place. So happy these two were able to meet up again!
After the
@miamidolphins
game
@cwilkins42
stopped by to see Jacarey who he met earlier this week during his visit at alex's place at
@sylvestercancer
!
#CancerFighters
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We are proud to be among the best
#cancer
hospitals in the U.S. - and the only one in South Florida – recognized by
@USNewsHealth
in this year's
#BestHospitals
rankings!
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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center is now South Florida’s only NCI-Designated Cancer Center!
#NCIDesignated
#SylvesterNCI
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In recognition of
#SarcomaAwarenessMonth
, researchers from Sylvester's
#sarcoma
program share their thoughts about awareness, diagnosis and screening strategies for the disease. Learn more:
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The
@MiamiDolphins
just presented us with a check for $5 million raised through
@TackleCancer
. Thank you for your partnership and constant support!
#CrucialCatch
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Sebastian, Coach Richt alongside family, friends &
#cancer
care team gather to support this patient on her last day of
#chemo
.
#YouGotThis
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Calling all local
#Oncologists
! 🩺 Don't miss out on our Annual
#Oncology
Update, your gateway to the latest advancements in the field. Mark your calendars to engage with renowned experts, explore cutting-edge
#research
, and network with peers. Register➡️
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Dr.
@JuanAlderuccio
unveils the results of a phase 2 study on limited-duration loncastuximab tesirine with rituximab at
#ASH23
. 🔍 The combination of antibody therapies is showing promise in a group of high-risk follicular
#lymphoma
patients. Learn more:
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Just announced -
@ASCO
2019 Special Awards honoring leaders in cancer care. Congratulations to Sylvester's associate director of
#globaloncology
@GlopesMd
for being recognized as one of the 2019 Fellows of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (FASCO)
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Our Dir. Dr. Stephen D. Nimer and team just led First Lady Dr. Jill Biden [
@FLOTUS
],
#NCI
Dir. Dr. Monica Bertagnolli & Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz through Sylvester at Plantation to showcase our multidisciplinary approach to
#BreastCancer
research & care!
#CancerMoonshot
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.
@DrJashDatta
, a surgical oncologist at Sylvester, was awarded an $800,000 grant by the U.S.
@DeptofDefense
for his innovative
#research
on
#PancreaticCancer
. Learn more about the study:
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Congratulations to Dr. Shria Kumar (
@KumarShria
), who was awarded the 2023 Conquer
#Cancer
Career Development Award (CDA) at
#ASCO23
. 🎉 Listen in as she discusses her
#research
.
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Congratulations to the newest member of The Henry Kunkel Society - Dr. Krishna Komanduri our chief of transplantation and cellular therapy. Elected members are investigators dedicated to the field of human
#immunology
.
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What does it take to be at the forefront of
#Myeloma
clinical trials? Watch the team at the Sylvester Myeloma Institute talk about how they are helping to lead
#DrugDevelopment
in benefit of myeloma patients.
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At
#ASH23
,
@JustinWattsMD
gave a presentation on a phase 1 study that explores the Bromodomain and Extra-Terminal Inhibitor INCB057643 (LIMBER-103) in
#Patients
with relapsed or refractory
#Myelofibrosis
and other advanced
#Myeloid
neoplasms.🔬Learn more:
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Dr. Stephen Nimer, Director of the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, gets his well-deserved metal after riding 100 miles to help fund
#CancerResearch
.
#DCCXIII
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#PrecisionMedicine
is entering the
#Myeloma
field.
@DrOlaLandgren
and his team talk about how the Sylvester Myeloma Institute is using advanced modeling to identify the right targeted therapies for individual patients based on their disease biology.
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Our breast cancer patient, Yanelis, had a special visit from
@Marlins
No. 44
@austindean_3
. Austin signed Yanelis’ teddy bear, which she plans to give to her daughter. Our nurses also enjoyed the visit!
#InPursuitOfYourCure
#OurColores
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Announced by
@DrSDNimer
:
@delaFuenteNOnc
has been appointed Chief of the Neuro-Oncology Division and Neuro-Oncology Clinical Service Leader. She will be supervising all patient care, clinical care and research activities related to neuorological cancers. Congratulations!
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Big smiles on our smallest patients today thanks to a special visit to
#alexsplace
from
@MiamiDolphins
players, cheerleaders and TD the mascot!
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Dr.
@jayspiegel25
led a discussion at
#ASH23
presenting the five-year outcomes of
#patients
with large B cell
#lymphoma
treated with the standard-of-care axicabtagene ciloleucel. Learn more about this
#CancerResearch
🔬:
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It's well known that
#research
and
#ClinicalTrials
have traditionally excluded minorities, further creating the
#HealthDisparities
we have today. Sylvester aims to change this using
#Miami
's melting pot of various ethnicities. Read more to see how.
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Our recent NCI designation places us among the top 71 cancer centers in the U.S., and 1 of only 2 in Florida. This means that our center has been recognized by
@theNCI
as an important leader in patient-focused cancer research.
#NCIDesignated
#SylvesterNCI
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When it comes to rare
#cancers
such as
#NeuroendocrineTumors
(NET), Sylvester is already ahead to provide the best
#PatientCare
. Our new NET clinic, led by
@AmanChauhanMD
, offers the latest translational treatments and quality care found only at Sylvester.
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A big congratulations to
@DrSDNimer
, director of Sylvester, on being
@BioFlorida
's Researcher of the Year! 🏆 🔬 The award recognizes his exceptional dedication to
#CancerResearch
and his proven impact on
#innovation
and
#PublicHealth
. Learn more:
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Each year, Sylvester honors several faculty members for the quality of their
#cancerresearch
, clinical practice, or mentoring. We caught up with the honorees to talk about the achievement, their motivations and long-term goals. Read More:
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As part of
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
@TheVFoundation
and
@MiamiDolphins
today announced the 2020 Early Career Investigator Award is being given to
@SylvesterCancer
researcher
@lluismorey
to study aggressive luminal breast cancers. Congratulations Dr. Morey!
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Today the
@MiamiDolphins
announced a $75M commitment to Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center through
@TackleCancer
, now Dolphins Challenge Cancer. This transformational gift will contribute to advancements in cancer research for South Florida patients and beyond. THANK YOU!
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Landmark $50M naming gift to Sylvester at the
@univmiami
represents a commitment to continue world-class breakthrough
#CancerResearch
at the new Kenneth C. Griffin Cancer Research Building. Read more about the gift’s impact on the
#SouthFlorida
community: .
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.
@DrSDNimer
is the recipient of the 2023 Claude Pepper Award for Healthcare Innovation, for his “unwavering
#leadership
, commitment to discovery and
#innovation
, and dedication to compassionate care.” Join us in celebrating his achievement!
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.
@DrTracyECrane
and
@CarmenCalfa
are collaborating on a $4 million
#research
grant from
@theNCI
to see how prolonged overnight fasting and supervised exercise might relieve
#cancer
-treatment-related symptoms in
#women
with advanced
#BreastCancer
.
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We are thrilled to announce
@CarmenCalfa
, M.D., a breast cancer medical oncologist and associate director of community outreach, has been appointed chair-elect of the TAPUR™ Steering Group of
@ASCO
. Read more:
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The
@ATOM_Coalition
is helping to ensure that more drugs become increasingly affordable and accessible around the world for
#cancer
treatment. Listen in as
@GlopesMd
discusses the potential for using the ATOM Model to impact
#cancer
mortality in LMICs.
#ASCO23
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Join us in congratulating
@PeterHoseinMD
! Dr. Hosein was recently announced as a Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (
@PanCAN
) Scientific & Medical Advisory Board member. Read more:
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Joins us in welcoming
@DrOlaLandgren
as the leader of a new
#research
program and the
#myeloma
team at Sylvester.
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Breaking new ground in
#MultipleMyeloma
#research
!
@DrOlaLandgren
shares the analysis of the Phase 2 Centaurus Study, shedding light on the efficacy and safety of daratumumab monotherapy in patients with intermediate-risk or high-risk smoldering multiple
#myeloma
.
#ASH23
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“Our mission is to pioneer groundbreaking
#CancerResearch
, innovate, and advance cancer cures,” says
@DrSDNimer
. Today, we celebrate the groundbreaking of the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center - Transformational Cancer Research Building (TCRB).
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Your friends and colleagues at Sylvester wish you a full and speedy recovery
@GlopesMd
.
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Our associate director of
#global
oncology
@GlopesMd
with a message about
#WorldCancerDay
.
#IAmAndIWill
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While
@JTrentMDPhD
has been tweeting the latest
#sarcoma
findings from
#ASCO19
, he’s also been busy taking photos with many people at the convention. Here’s the true story behind the
#TrentSelfie
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Sylvester has selected Drs. Coral Olazagasti (
@COlazagasti
) and Benjamin Spieler as its newest K12
#CancerResearch
grant recipients. Learn more about how they will use the grant to advance their research in
#LungCancer
and
#ProstateCancer
:
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Making our pediatric patients smile. That's what
@MiamiDolphins
players
@Kwon_daTRUTH
and
@A1hurns
did on
#WorldCancerDay2020
. Our director
@DrSDNimer
joined them to talk about
@TackleCancer
-
#DCCX
coming up on 2/29.
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“Since my first days at Sylvester I have focused on 3 things: quality, teamwork and engagement with the community...now, with confirmation from
@theNCI
we are one of the great cancer centers in the U.S. - we have created something special” -
@DrSDNimer
, Director
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Our director
@DrSDNimer
before he starts the
@TackleCancer
100 mile ride - and after he crossed the finish line at
@HardRockStadium
.
#DCCXI
#teamhurricanes
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Just released in
@NEJM
: findings by
@BrandonMahal
and researchers from several institutions could explain why prostate cancer poses a greater threat for Black men.
#ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth
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These are just a few of our
#WomenInMedicine
making ground breaking contributions and providing exceptional cancer care. We honor all women physicians for their commitment and dedication to a cancer free world.
#WomenPhysiciansDay
#ILookLikeADoctor
#WomenInMedicine
#WomenMedCanes
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Joel, a leukemia survivor from coconut grove, has been wanting to thank Zak from Ohio, for helping save his life. Here is that moment when they finally meet.
#HockeyFightsCancer
#GiftOfLife
@GiftofLife
@FlaPanthers
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We are grateful to the
@FlaPanthers
for their support in
#HockeyFightsCancer
as they have donated $25,000 to
#CancerResearch
at
@SylvesterCancer
. 🏒
@amjimenezmd
@DrSDNimer
@DrJashDatta
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Radiation
#oncologist
Dr. Crystal Seldon Taswell participated in a panel discussion at
#ASTRO2023
to spread awareness about
#PhysicianBurnout
. Let’s support those who dedicate their lives to our
#WellBeing
. Read the story:
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Our
#Sarcoma
Director now serves as the
@Liferaftgroup
Medical Advisory Board Director. Congrats
@JTrentMDPhD
! The organization enhances survival and quality of life for people living with rare
#cancer
GIST.
#sarcomaawarenessmonth
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Congratulations,
@DrSDNimer
, on receiving the Provost's Lifetime Achievement Award from
@univmiami
! With 30+ years in
#CancerResearch
, his vision ensures that Sylvester is a hub for groundbreaking discoveries and a beacon of hope for
#cancer
patients worldwide.
#OnlySylvester
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Advances in
#chemotherapy
and
#immunotherapy
have led to increases in survival rates for patients with
#BloodCancer
. Learn how Sylvester researchers are at the vanguard of these
#cancer
therapies during
#BloodCancerAwarenessMonth
.
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🚨 The Miami Precision Medicine conference is 4️⃣ weeks away! Join us for our conference and patient symposium sponsored by
@umiamimedicine
. Learn more and REGISTER today: .
🗓️ May 4-5
📍Diplomat Hotel, Hollywood FL
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On behalf of everyone at Sylvester, director
@DrSDNimer
expresses his gratitude to
@TackleCancer
and for the extraordinary support from a total of 3390 participants.
#DCCXI
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Four UM Faculty Inducted into Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida including our director
@DrSDNimer
. Congratulations to all!
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Did you know?
#MultipleMyeloma
accounts for 1% (22,000 annually) of all
#cancers
diagnosed in America. Learn about our
#myeloma
team and their
#CancerResearch
to provide the best
#PatientCare
in
#SouthFlorida
.
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Breast medical oncologist
@CarmenCalfa
was recognized as an Everyday Hero by the
@MiamiDolphins
during the
#CrucialCatch
game, for her dedication to treating
#breastcancer
patients at Sylvester.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
#InterceptCancer
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New video: highlights from the press conference where we announced that Sylvester is now the only
#cancer
center in South Florida to earn
@theNCI
designation.
#SylvesterNCI
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Meet Sylvester's incoming physician liaison in hematology and chief of the Division of Hematology in the Department of Medicine
@umiamimedicine
. The new year will start with the arrival of
@MikkaelSekeres
.
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We’re teaming up with the
@MiamiDolphins
and
@NFL
to make a
#CrucialCatch
and help intercept cancer. During today’s game, the team will celebrate cancer fighters and survivors from Sylvester. Follow along here for special pregame and halftime ceremonies.
#TackleCancer
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We were thrilled to bring
#CancerResearch
insights to
#ASCO23
from our presentation: "Better Sexual Health for All: Strategies Across the Age Spectrum" by
@kristinrojasmd
.
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Matthew, 8, a patient at Sylvester's Alex's Place, had a blast at a recent
@Marlins
game that celebrated his strength! Matthew accepted gaming handhelds on behalf of fellow patients donated by the team,
@MLB
&
@StarlightUS
.
#ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
Photos courtesy: Marlins
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We are at the forefront, pioneering efforts to minimize
#cancer
risks for higher-risk
#HIV
patients. Explore our groundbreaking
#research
and
#preventive
programs 🙌:
#WorldAIDSDay
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Our oncologists treat immunocompromised patients with cancer. That's why they're among the first to receive the
#COVID19Vaccine
at
@UMiamiHealth
. Videos from
@drkomanduri
@Drjhoffmanmiami
will be posted on
@sylvestercancer
Twitter Fleets and Instagram Stories.
#IGotTheShot
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Kaylie Cullison, a mentee to Dr. Eric Mellon, will present at
#ASTRO2023
to unveil her
#research
on the MRI-linac's potential in treating
#glioblastoma
. Her study promises new hope for patients facing
#BrainCancer
. 🧠🔬
#CancerResearch
. Read the story:
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On the heels of research success, Sylvester receives approval to build a world-class
#Myeloma
Research Institute with C. Ola Landgren, M.D., Ph.D., [
@DrOlaLandgren
] at the helm. Read More:
#CancerResearch
#CancerCare
@DrSDNimer
@FrancescoMaura4
@dikokaz
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After riding 100 miles at
#DCC10
Sylvester Director
@DrSDNimer
thanks
@tacklecancer
for a wonderful partnership over the last 10 years and closes the
#LivingProof
ceremony with these words of appreciation.
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Our own Coral Olazagasti, M.D., received the
@LUNGevity
2022 Health Equity and Inclusiveness Junior Investigator Award!
@COlazagasti
is conducting research to promote
#LungCancer
screening in
#Latinx
patients with a history of head & neck
#Cancer
.
#LCSM
#EquityResearch
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Our world-class doctors are discussing the great progress we have made in
#cancerresearch
and
#cancercare
and strategizing next steps at the Sylvester Network Clinical Faculty Retreat in Coral Gables.
@DrSDNimer
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🚨 BREAKING: Based on research by
@DrOlaLandgren
and colleagues, FDA committee greenlights MRD as key cancer treatment step to shift how the
@US_FDA
evaluates new myeloma treatments. The new focus will fast-track the approval of therapies for patients. Read more:
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.
@JTrentMDPhD
can say he has written the book on
#sarcomas
- along with Sylvester pathologist Dr. Andrew Rosenburg
@DrRPollack
and Dr. Thomas F. Delaney.
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Join us at the south plaza to play family-friendly games and get the chance to take home some giveaways!
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Our team has arrived at
#ASCO23
! Dr. Zoukaa Sargi, presented on controversies in surgical management of locally advanced
#ThyroidCancer
.
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Meet our dedicated team of experts at the forefront of tackling
#myeloma
! These abnormal growths in white blood cells challenge our
#ImmuneSystem
, affecting vital functions. Listen in as they dive into the world of myeloma
#research
and related
#cancer
conditions. 🙌
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Bravo, Estelamari Rodriguez, M.D., M.P.H.! We are delighted to share that
@Latinamd
was honored by
@cure_today
at the 2022 Lung Cancer Heroes® recognition ceremony at
#NACLC22
in Chicago for her outstanding contribution in the field of
#LungCancer
.
@IASLC
#CancerCare
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We are honored to announce that Dr. Jessica MacIntyre [
@jessiemac07
] has been selected to serve on the Board of Directors of the
@oncologynursing
! She is the first Sylvester representative to serve in this capacity.
#CancerCare
#Nursing
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Dancers and musicians from
@taylorswift13
's world tour visited our
#childhoodcancer
clinic today
@AustenEverettFD
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Although
#MiamiNights2020
may look a little different this year, you won't want to miss out on what's in store virtually. Can't wait to spend Sunday evening with you after
#ASH20
at 8 pm EST (5 pm PST). Make sure you're registered at
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Our Survivorship Choir performing the National Anthem at today's
@flapanthers
#HockeyFightsCancer
.
#InPursuitOf
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At the annual oncology update, Sylvester experts shared important progress across a wide range of cancers —
#prostatecancer
,
#breastcancer
,
#coloncancer
, and more — that was presented at
#ASCO22
.
@GlopesMd
@drantunez
Read More:
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The
@MiamiDolphins
celebrate and honor cancer fighters and survivors from Sylvester. Also on the field, Sylvester researchers who have received funds from the annual Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC). Thank you
@MiamiDolphins
for your support!
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We're proud to have taken part at the
@RizzoFoundation
's 6th Annual Walk-off for
#Cancer
today.
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Happening now -
@AmericanCancer
presents award to
@ranjithramamd
to fund
#ProstateCancer
research on Nitric Oxide based
#Immunotherapy
for
#CRPC
.
@dipenjparekh
@DrSDNimer
and the “Ramasamy Team” here to see him receive the Clinical Scientist Development Grant.
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