Oncology

Here are six recent cancer center openings and expansions:

A new immunotherapy treatment for advanced melanoma had a reduction in disease progression in 50 percent of participants and complete remission in 20 percent, making it one of the most effective treatments to date, NBC News reported Dec. 7.

Northern Light Cancer Center in Brewer, Maine, is no longer accepting some oncology referrals due to staff shortages, radio station Q106.5 reported Dec. 7.

Detroit-based Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute appointed Regina Doxtader as vice president and chief financial officer.

Men with prostate cancer are at increased risk of mental distress and suicide, but their oncologists can help, MedPageToday reported Dec. 6.

Here are five oncologists starting new roles since Nov. 23:

Here are five hospitals and health systems hiring oncologists:

Detroit-based Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care by the Women's Choice Award for the 10th consecutive year.

Here are five cancer center and clinic groundbreakings, openings and expansions since Nov. 30:

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.