Cancer Research Articles

Dr. Phelan identified the chromosome variant now known as Phelan-McDermid Syndrome

FCS announced the newest addition to its senior management team. Joshua Eaves joined FCS as Senior Vice President Corporate Development.

Hodgkin lymphoma, named after Dr. Thomas Hodgkin, is a cancer that affects the lymphatic system which makes up part of the body’s immune system. Specifically, Hodgkin lymphoma occurs when the DNA changes in white blood cells called lymphocytes.

The survival rate for Americans diagnosed with several of the most common cancers has increased dramatically in the past nearly three decades, thanks in large part to scientific discoveries and treatment advances. Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) physicians and patients are part of these leading-edge cancer innovations.

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC (FCS) medical oncologists Ivor Percent, MD, Maen Hussein, MD, and Viralkumar Bhanderi, MD, contribute observations for Phase II study. Another presentation at ASCO GI 2022 includes Phase I observations from FCS physician, Manish R. Patel, MD.

A variety of drugs are used to treat cancer. Delivered by infusions, injections, or taken orally, it takes a range of specially trained professionals working together to ensure that these pharmaceuticals are used safely and effectively so that patients achieve optimal clinical outcomes.   

The sports world is mourning the loss of Jim Corsi who passed away after a battle with liver and colon cancer.

While everyone should aim to eat healthy, cancer survivors in particular must make healthy, selective choices when preparing a meal. It is crucial to support the body, which continues to heal post-treatment.