Providing quality cancer care in South Florida and aiming for innovative research excellence, part of @BaptistHealthSF Formerly Miami Cancer Institute
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Nearly 1,200 #breastcancer survivors and supporters came together for the 22nd annual Go Pink Luncheon. Dr. Louise Morrell shared insights on advances in cancer care and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach that supports patients’ needs beyond treatment. bocaratontribune.com/bocarat…
Advances in breast cancer surgery are helping shape more personalized treatment options for patients. Dr. Michael Zeidman shares insights with @WPBF25News on the latest developments in breast surgical oncology and why early detection remains so important. wpbf.com/article/west-palm-b…
Diagnosed with breast cancer at just 26, Andrea de Armas was determined to continue pursuing her dreams. With support from Cristina Lopez-Penalver, M.D., and her care team, she navigated treatment while completing her physician assistant degree. Read her inspiring story: cbsnews.com/news/breast-canc…
Could proton therapy help reduce the risk of thyroid complications during breast cancer treatment? Dr. Nikolai Strusberg discusses research presented at #ASTRO26 exploring its potential to lower the risk of hypothyroidism by reducing radiation exposure to the thyroid. cancernetwork.com/view/proto…
At 31, Lisa Salvaggio never expected a breast cancer diagnosis. After months of breast pain, imaging revealed cancer that a physical exam hadn’t detected. Her story highlights the importance of knowing your risk and how coordinated care can make a difference. bocaratontribune.com/bocarat…
New research is helping refine radiation treatment after brain metastasis surgery. Dr. Rupesh Kotecha discusses findings presented at #ASTRO26 showing that fractionated radiosurgery improved local tumor control without an apparent increase in side effects compared with single-session treatment. medpagetoday.com/meetingcove…
Radiation oncology is evolving, with new research exploring more precise treatments and ways to protect patients’ quality of life. Dr. Raj Singh shares key findings discussed around #ASTRO26, including treatment de-escalation, advances in treating brain metastases and emerging radiation techniques. targetedonc.com/view/astro-2…
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Coming together with breast cancer warriors and physicians for @MiamiHEAT’s annual Red, White & Pink game 💗
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A night of support, love, and community 💗 Davion was paired up to walk out with breast cancer survivor, Keisha during our annual Red, White & Pink game!
Red, White & Pink // @BaptistHealthSF Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
Artificial intelligence is helping reshape how radiation treatment is planned. From #ASTRO26, Dr. Suresh Rana shares how AI-driven tools can help accelerate treatment planning and reduce repetitive tasks, while emphasizing the importance of human oversight in patient care. oncnursingnews.com/view/astr…
Can prostate cancer treatment be more precise while protecting quality of life? Dr. Marcio Fagundes discusses research presented at #ASTRO26 exploring proton therapy for prostate cancer, including its potential to reduce radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue and minimize side effects. cancernetwork.com/view/where…
Early detection starts with access to screening. Dr. Anastasia Tousimis shares how a new partnership between Baptist Health and the American Cancer Society is working to expand cancer screening and early detection resources across South Florida through the I Love You Get Screened™ campaign. southfloridahospitalnews.com…
How is radiation therapy becoming more precise for breast cancer patients? Dr. Youssef Zeidan shares how proton therapy can target tumors while limiting radiation exposure to healthy tissue, along with research exploring more personalized approaches to breast cancer treatment. floridaweekly.com/business/i…
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A breast cancer diagnosis can bring emotions that are difficult to process or even put into words. Breast cancer survivor Andrea shares with fellow survivor Johanna how her experience taught her to become more present and intentional, and how she learned to better understand and navigate what she was feeling.
Watch the full episode: youtu.be/yDnz6CThpfM?is=vSQ9…
When neurological symptoms appear in patients with breast cancer brain metastases, timely evaluation matters. From #ASTRO26, Dr. Mishaal Munir highlights the important role oncology nurses play in identifying changes early, escalating concerns and coordinating care to support timely evaluation and treatment. oncnursingnews.com/view/astr…
Can a simple snack be part of a cancer-conscious lifestyle? Dr. Yuliya Linhares spoke with @EatingWell about the benefits of edamame, whole soy foods and other healthy habits that may help reduce cancer risk. eatingwell.com/fantastic-for…
That's a wrap on #ASTRO26! Thank you, Boston, for an inspiring week of research, collaboration and conversations that move radiation oncology forward. @ASTRO_org
AI in radiation oncology is moving beyond contouring toward personalized, adaptive care. Dr. Suresh Rana shares takeaways from the #ASTRO26 session he moderated, "Pixels to Plans: AI-Driven Contouring and Imaging Innovation." @ASTRO_org
The 2026 ASTRO pancreatic cancer guideline recommends dose escalation for LAPC with volumetric IGRT and motion management, and adaptive RT for dose-escalated SBRT. Task force vice chair Dr. @MikeChuongMD on what's changed. #ASTRO26 @ASTRO_org
Baseline SUVmean on PSMA PET was associated with lesion-level response to Lu-PSMA therapy. Dr. Nikolai Strusberg on how this could guide future trials adding external beam radiation for non-responding lesions. #ASTRO26 @ASTRO_org