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Comprehensive Genomic Profiling leads to better patient outcomes, new joint study says
Real-world data from Providence, Illumina and Microsoft Research finds cancer patients with early genomic testing received better precision treatment, underlines urgency to become standard practice
Leadership change at Providence Cancer Institute, #FINISHCANCER goal remains
R. Bryan Bell, M.D., D.D.S., FACS, FRCS(Ed) has accepted the roles of executive medical director of Providence Cancer Institute and director of the Earle A. Chiles Research Institute.
2024 SITC Meeting: A glimpse of recent advancements in immunotherapy
The annual SITC meeting brings together cancer immunotherapy researchers with a goal to advance science, discover breakthroughs and educate the world on cancer immunotherapy.
Harnessing CAR T-cell therapy: A new study for indolent B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma
New study evaluates a type of CAR T-cell therapy called liso-cel. Researchers will collect data from multiple groups in a study that may give patients hope for long-term remission and quality of life.
New studies test immunotherapy to boost breast cancer treatment and prevent return
Explore promising clinical trials at Providence Cancer Institute that are investigating immunotherapy for early-stage TNBC and high-risk, HR-positive breast cancer.
Attend a free virtual symposium on melanoma, Oct. 25
Providence Cancer Institute in partnership with AIM at Melanoma present a free online event designed to educate and empower patients and care partners affected by melanoma.
Prostate cancer study includes a tumor test to personalize treatment
A new study approach reflects a deeper understanding of cancer at the molecular level and marks a shift away from one-size-fits-all treatments.
Stay healthy and on your feet with free fall prevention events
Free educational presentations from Providence Senior Health are taking place in September in Beaverton, Hillsboro, Seaside and Medford. See the schedule and registration information.
Meet physician scientist, Dr. Allie Grossmann
Dr. Allie Grossmann’s new lab at Earle A. Chiles Research Institute is focused on understanding how tumors communicate with their environment, grow, survive and spread.
‘Exploring the end of life creates opportunities to celebrate life’
Hospice volunteers offer respite to family members, care for patients at the end of their lives and help people navigate grief. Learn about their service and how to volunteer.
‘Why we run’ – hear from Providence’s Hood To Coast teams
“For my patients.” “For my friend’s daughter.” “For the challenge.” “For the cure.” Providence runners and walkers share why they’re doing the relay – and helping raise funds to #FINISHCANCER.
Dr. Walter Urba announces retirement from Providence
Dr. Walter Urba, a pioneer and key figure in the development of immunotherapy, will retire from Providence Cancer Institute at the end of year.
Dr. Bernard Fox honored for his lifetime contributions to cancer research
Prominent cancer scientist Dr. Bernard Fox recognized for his work to advance the field of cancer immunotherapy through increasing public understanding, awareness and research efforts.
Can these new studies offer hope for people with lung and head and neck cancers?
A new medication may help people with KRAS G12C-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. Read about the study and a trial evaluating an immunotherapy for treating head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
Cancer survivor speaks with doctor he credits for saving his life
Cancer survivor Mark Williams chats with Dr. Brendan Curti about
2024 Hood to Coast Relay: Providence team captains tell us why they run
What motivates the co-captains of the FINISHCANCER caregiver team to commit their time to running this remarkable relay? Read what they say about preparing for the race and what inspires them to run.
Promising advances in treating TNBC: Two studies offer hope
Although chemotherapy is the cornerstone treatment for triple negative breast cancer, survival outcomes remain disappointing. Two studies could help improve treatment options.
See stories of hope in annual report to our communities
In 2023, Providence in Oregon did so much to make sure that essential resources – such as health care, food and shelter – were more readily available to the people of our state.
Targeting cancer cells: Two studies take different approaches
A study designed to treat recurrent epithelial ovarian cancer looks at an antibody drug conjugate, and a second study for people with advanced breast cancer evaluates a drug that degrades estrogen rec
