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Insights on Pancreatic Cancer Microbiome, Phase 2 Esophageal Cancer Study Top Roswell Park’s AACR Presentations

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center physician-scientists and researchers will present new research on emerging treatment options and population health at the 2023 annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research, taking place in Orlando, Florida, from April 14-19.

Wednesday, April 12, 2023 - 08:00 am

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Kidney stones: Small objects can cause outsized pain

Every year in the United States more than half a million people go to emergency rooms for kidney stone related pain and suffering.

Tuesday, April 11, 2023 - 12:50 pm

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

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"You can always advance”: Support for nursing staff sets Roswell Park apart

“There are no limits to the career opportunities here. Someone can start as an aid, wherever they want to start, and go anywhere. You can always advance. There’s always another step ahead of you that you can reach for if you want. People will support you.”

Monday, April 10, 2023 - 08:03 am

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Cancer Support

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Meet the Team: Young Adult

For young adults who are being treated at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Young Adult team is standing by, ready to provide support and guidance through a tumultuous time.

Thursday, April 6, 2023 - 12:32 pm

Meet the Team

Cancer Support

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Here’s your chance to be a ROCKStar

Did you know you can help influence cancer research without having to go through medical school?

Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 10:14 am

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Cancer Research & News

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

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Roswell Park Names New Leaders to Oversee Key Areas of Education, Facilities and Research

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is proud to announce the promotion and appointment of three leaders to executive roles overseeing key aspects of research, education and facilities management.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023 - 08:00 am

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Can a commonly prescribed blood pressure drug improve survival for patients with esophageal cancer?

“Roswell Park is at the forefront of research on gastroesophageal cancer, and these studies are aiming to improve the efficacy of chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiation in patients.”

Monday, April 3, 2023 - 12:29 pm

Cancer Research & News

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Facing hereditary breast cancer in your 20s: Jenna’s story

Jenna Wier was no stranger to breast imaging when she walked into her appointment at Roswell Park Hematology Oncology Northtowns in the fall of 2021.

Friday, March 31, 2023 - 03:36 pm

Patient Stories

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Roswell Park Surgical Oncologist to Present on Comprehensive Rectal Cancer Treatment Plans

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Chief of Colorectal Surgery Steven Nurkin, MD, MS, FACS, is slated to speak at the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) 2023 Annual Conference, happening March 31-April 2 in Orlando.

Friday, March 31, 2023 - 08:00 am