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Art of Oncology
Exploring the Human Side of Cancer Through Art and Stories
Immerse yourself in the human experience of cancer through our “Art of Oncology” category. Here, we delve into the emotional and personal aspects of cancer diagnosis and treatment. Explore stories of courage, resilience, and hope shared by survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Experience the healing power of art, creativity, and storytelling as we navigate the profound impact of cancer on individuals and their families.
Three different problems seen in recent weeks— a steroid reflex, a test without a plan, a patient chasing a rumor — but the same underlying discipline: ask whether what you’re doing actually changes the outcome, and be honest when it doesn’t. As always, I welcome pushback and other perspectives — feel free to reach out. …
A mountainside peer-to-peer call, three organizations, and one melanoma patient who now has a shot at TIL therapy — a look at what happens when payers, manufacturers, and providers actually move together.
I wanted to begin this post with a brief update and a moment of gratitude. AdventHealth Orlando has now been activated as an Authorized TIL Treatment Center for Iovance’s lifileucel, also known as Amtagvi, for eligible patients with advanced melanoma. Reaching this milestone in roughly three months has been both meaningful and energizing, especially as …
Two moments in small cell lung cancer — a missed opportunity and a new therapeutic option — remind us how timing and innovation continue to shape outcomes.
A year of locum work, a patient’s change of heart, and my own renewal remind me that truth, patience, and hope still matter — in medicine and in life.
Caregiving during immunotherapy means balancing vigilance with compassion — for your loved one, and for yourself.
Clinical trials aren’t about being a “guinea pig.” They’re about hope, progress, and the possibility of tomorrow’s treatments today.
The best EMR is the one that lets us spend less time clicking and more time caring.
Finding strength in small rituals and connections can transform cancer treatment from a medical journey into a deeply human one.