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What's a Foley catheter?

A Foley catheter is put in place when you cannot urinate normally, including after urological or gynecological surgery that affects the bladder — for example, surgery involving the prostate, bladder, kidney or uterus.
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Roswell Park Taps New Leaders as Clinical Research Program Expands

For more than 120 years, research at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has played a prominent role in our mission. Striving to develop groundbreaking treatments that will make a difference for patients not only in our community but worldwide, the center is pleased to announce the promotion of four physicians to leadership positions in various aspects of clinical research.
Candace Johnson, PhD
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Roswell Park’s Dr. Candace Johnson Named to ‘Health Power 100’ List

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center President & CEO Candace Johnson, PhD, has been named to City & State’s Health Power 100 list. Dr. Johnson, the only Western New Yorker named to the top 50, was ranked by the media organization at 44th among medical professionals, policymakers and influencers who are leading New York State forward despite a year of unprecedented challenges.
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Roswell Park offers new hope for mast cell disorders

Mast cell disorders occur when mast cells, a type of blood cell important in the immune system, overreact to certain triggers. These disorders can affect many body systems and produce symptoms such as a severe allergic reaction, skin growths and gastrointestinal issues.

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