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Dr Obeng-Gyasi on Neighborhood Opportunity and Mortality in Breast Cancer

May 16th 2024

Samilia Obeng-Gyasi, MD, MPH, discusses a retrospective study on neighborhood opportunity and all-cause mortality in patients with breast cancer.

Lower Neighborhood Opportunity Is Linked With Increased Stress, Risk of All-Cause Mortality in Breast Cancer

May 15th 2024

Samilia Obeng-Gyasi, MD, MPH, highlights a study on the association between neighborhood opportunity with all-cause mortality in patients with breast cancer.

Identifying Individual Social Determinants of Health Could Reduce Barriers to Breast Cancer Care

May 14th 2024

Samilia Obeng-Gyasi, MD, MPH, expands on the impact of social determinants of health on breast cancer care.

Revisit Every OncLive On Air Episode From April 2024

May 13th 2024

In case you missed any, below is a recap of every episode of OncLive On Air that aired in April 2024.

Action is Key to Continue to Break Down Barriers for Equitable Cancer Care

May 8th 2024

Experts from the University of Wisconsin Health discuss ongoing barriers to equitable cancer care and ways to drive change.

UW Health Experts Underscore Value of Continuous Mentorship to Champion Women in Oncology

May 6th 2024

UW Health experts advocate for more women in leadership positions and discuss the need to cultivate diversity to reduce disparities in cancer care.

Dr Obeng-Gyasi on Breast Cancer Mortality Rates in Resource-Poor Neighborhoods

April 6th 2024

Samilia Obeng-Gyasi, MD, MPH, discusses breast cancer mortality rates in resource-poor neighborhoods.

Taplin Tackles Equitable Treatment in Prostate Cancer

March 24th 2024

Mary-Ellen Taplin, MD, discusses ways to mitigate health care disparities in the treatment of patients with prostate cancer.

Mahtani Emphasizes Empowering Women in Oncology Through Sponsorship, Support Networks, and Self Care

March 18th 2024

Reshma Mahtani, DO, spotlights the challenges women in oncology may face throughout their careers and gives some advice to those just starting out.

Dr Taplin on Addressing Disparities in Prostate Cancer Care Through Community Engagement

March 15th 2024

Mary-Ellen Taplin, MD, discusses efforts to address disparities in access to, and delivery of, prostate cancer care.

Navigating Career Crossroads: Insights from Hope Rugo’s Journey as a Woman in Oncology

March 15th 2024

Hope S. Rugo, MD, draws on her own journey as a woman in oncology to provide insights on navigating career transitions and building support networks.

Dr Rugo on Challenges Faced as a Woman in Oncology

March 11th 2024

Hope S. Rugo, MD, discusses challenges that women face in the workplace in oncology care.

Dr Smith on the Value of Mentorship in Oncology

March 8th 2024

Sonali M. Smith, MD, discusses the value of mentorship in oncology practice on International Women’s Day.

Dr Möller on Gender Biases in Oncology

March 8th 2024

Mecker G. Möller, MD, discusses the importance of addressing gender biases in oncology.

Dr Coopey on Institutional and Societal Initiatives to Support Women in Oncology

March 8th 2024

Suzanne B. Coopey, MD, FACS, discusses ways that women in oncology can feel further supported and advocated for in the cancer care space.

Dr Coopey on Addressing Gender Disparities in Cancer Care

March 8th 2024

Suzanne B. Coopey, MD, FACS, discusses the importance of addressing gender disparities in cancer care.

2024 Outlook on Cancer Care: Striving to Overcome the Challenges

March 5th 2024

Although novel therapies have improved cancer care, cancer diagnoses have increased, with more than 2 million new cases estimated for 2024.

Dr Obeng-Gyasi on the Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Breast Cancer Outcomes

March 1st 2024

Samilia Obeng-Gyasi, MD, MPH, discusses the impact of social determinants of health on breast cancer care outcomes.

Dr Hagensee on Strategies For Cervical Cancer Prevention

February 14th 2024

Michael Hagensee, MD, PhD, discusses strategies for cervical cancer prevention and ongoing research investigating barriers to cervical cancer treatment.

Dr Mikhael on Unmet Needs in Cancer Care for Patients With Multiple Myeloma

February 4th 2024

Joseph Mikhael, MD, discusses the importance of closing gaps in care for patients with multiple myeloma in underserved populations.