Oncology

A recent viewpoint article posted on JAMA Oncology pointed to a single common phrase that can lead to misunderstandings, medical mistrust and even refusal of necessary treatment. 

Goshen (Ind.) Center for Cancer Care named Dr. Urs von Holzen medical director, Ink Free News reported Dec. 1.

Laura Fejerman, PhD, has been appointed associate director of the office of community outreach and engagement at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center in Sacramento, Calif.

Here are seven cancer center and clinic groundbreakings, openings and expansions since Nov. 21:

Researchers found some plant-based diets can lower the risk of bowel cancer by up to 22 percent in men, but there is no correlation in women.

Here are five hospitals and health systems hiring oncology leaders.

Here are five oncologists starting new roles since Nov. 16:

Ashland, Ohio-based University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center was awarded a $10 million grant by the Samaritan Hospital Foundation, the Ashland Source reported Nov. 21.

Gilbert, Ariz.-based Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is expanding its services to the Northwest Valley, AZ Big Media reported Nov. 20.

Here are five hospitals and health systems hiring oncologists.