Journal launch enables oncology education and quality improvement
How do you make your work more efficient without reinventing the wheel?
That’s what radiation oncologist Shalin Shah, M.D., was trying to figure out: was there a way to help improve wellness in his area by reducing inefficient processes in the clinic? Could he connect with others who were working on process improvement and apply what they’d learned to his own team?
Since he works at MD Anderson in Sugar...
‘How I knew I had colorectal cancer’: Six survivors share their symptoms
Constipation, diarrhea, and abdominal pain can all be symptoms of colorectal cancer.
But they can also be signs of other conditions...
Volunteer finds joy and purpose in connecting with others
Human interaction and connection.
That’s what’s been most impactful to MD Anderson volunteer Arsalan Hojabri. And he quickly learned...
18 research advances only possible here
From clinical trial results that accelerated Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to discovery-based studies setting the stage for breakthroughs in cancer care, MD Anderson researchers continued to turn bold ideas into lifesaving realities this past year.
Bridging laboratory discovery and patient care, this groundbreaking research is made possible by MD Anderson’s collaborative, translational research environment. Our research...
5 ways MD Anderson enhanced patient care this past year
At MD Anderson, patient care never pauses. This past year, we once again redefined what it means to be there for our patients — meeting them...
Son becomes blood donor after mom’s cancer treatment
Zane Maples was one of the final donors in line to give blood at an MD Anderson community blood drive held at Conroe High School. He waited...
A champion for quality, safety and improvement
José Rivera is happiest outside of his comfort zone. That’s where the opportunities are, he recognizes. Whether it’s securing a college tennis...
Are cigars bad for you?
Cigars and cigarettes look and sound a lot alike. But do they share health risks?
Here, Jason Robinson...
Breast cancer survivor, oral cancer caregiver: ‘I’m so grateful now’
My husband, Alex, has survived five different oral cancer diagnoses since 2002. He’s had 90% of his tongue removed and his jawbone reconstructed...
6 simple ways to boost your immune system
Your immune system is constantly working to detect and fight off infections. These could be caused by bacteria, such as Salmonella, or...