When professional chef Sonny Sweetman's blurry vision led to a melanoma diagnosis, his UCLA Health doctors devised a treatment plan to spare his eye. A year after treatment finished, doctors found the cancer had spread to Sonny Sweetman's liver. His team quickly identified a new treatment for the Stage 4 cancer, involving the newly FDA-approved Hepzato Kit. Read his story on the Today Show: https://lnkd.in/g-JiphPB
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Accelerating discoveries to prevent and cure cancer.
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The UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center is a leading academic healthcare institution that focuses on preventing, treating and ultimately curing cancer. Our 500 physicians and researchers develop new cancer therapies and advance our understanding of the disease. We do this while remaining patient-focused and providing the best cancer care possible. UCLA has the resources on our campus, through our community clinics and with our partners to treat even the toughest cancers and discover new ways to eliminate this disease.
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12 years ago, Maui resident Jamil Newirth was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, known as glioblastoma. He was 32 years old and told he had about 17 months to live. Jamil beat the odds through a clinical trial using a novel personalized cancer vaccine, developed by neurosurgeon Linda Liau, MD, PhD (David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA). Now 44, Jamil is a practicing attorney in Maui and is dedicated to raising both awareness and hope for others undergoing treatment through his nonprofit, UVSC - Us Versus Cancer. Read more: https://ucla.in/3AxyeGc
Maui attorney turns brain cancer journey into hope for others
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We are honored to share that the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center has achieved accreditation from the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons. UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center is the first health system to achieve accreditation as an incoming Integrated Network Cancer Program. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. The rigorous process for accreditation involves a thorough evaluation of every aspect of cancer care, from prevention and early diagnosis to treatment, rehabilitation, and survivorship. Learn more about the accreditation and how meeting its high standards reflects that patients receive the highest level of care and support throughout their cancer journey: https://ucla.in/3yIhxqY
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The Simms/Mann UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology is incredibly grateful to Jeff Lynne's ELO, for generously donating an unforgettable VIP experience to their final U.S. tour! You and a guest could win access to the exclusive ELO lounge with a green screen photo booth, delicious appetizers, and drink tickets. The event takes place in Chicago – airfare and hotel are included. All entries will support the Simms Mann UCLA Center, which provides holistic care to cancer patients and their families through mind, body, and spirit. Donate $10 or more to support the Simms Mann UCLA Center and enter for a chance to win. *Use the promo code 'UCLA' when you make a donation to receive 200 bonus entries. Donate and enter here: prizeo.com/jefflynne
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Chef Sonny Sweetman is known for his unwavering culinary artistry, having worked in kitchens for Oprah Winfrey, Wolfgang Puck, and more. In early 2022, when he began experiencing blurriness in his vision, he figured it was just a part of aging. After being referred to a specialist immediately, Sonny, 53, was diagnosed with uveal melanoma, a rare type of cancer that occurs in the eye. As he was introduced to a team of specialists, the Hepzato Kit procedure, a liver-directed treatment, was approved by the FDA and brought to Sweetman’s attention. Today, Sweetman is back in the kitchen doing what he loves. Read more about his procedure: https://ucla.in/46xeOwM
Novel procedure helps treat renowned chef's rare eye cancer
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A research grant of $800,000 from the V Foundation will help two UCLA scientists as they work to discover new methods to treat and prevent a severe form of kidney cancer associated with a hereditary syndrome. The research project, led by Dr. Heather Christofk, director of Basic and Translational Research at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Dr. Brian Shuch, director of the Kidney Cancer Program and the Alvin & Carrie Meinhardt Endowed Chair in Kidney Cancer Research at UCLA, is focused on hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell cancer (HLRCC), a genetic condition that leads to aggressive kidney cancer and other serious health conditions. Learn more about their research: https://ucla.in/46TTKRH
Cancer researchers receive grant to combat aggressive kidney cancer
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Immunotherapy pioneer Dr. Antoni Ribas, director of the tumor immunology program and professor of medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, has been inducted into the 2024 Class of Fellows of the Academy of Immuno-Oncology by the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer. Read more: https://ucla.in/46BFLzC
Physician-scientist named Academy of Immuno-Oncology fellow
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The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara, established in 1997, will present its inaugural Healing through Compassion Award in September to Dr. Fred Kass, oncologist at UCLA Health in Santa Barbara. The award, named in Dr. Kass’ honor, has been established to recognize individuals whose commitment transcends medical expertise to work in collaboration with and encompass the holistic needs of patients. It celebrates individuals like Dr. Kass, whose dedication not only elevates care standards but also fosters hope and unity within the breast cancer care community. Read more: https://bit.ly/3ytEFcv
Breast Cancer Resource Center Award Named For Dr. Fred Kass | Your Health | Noozhawk
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According to a new study, artificial intelligence can detect prostate cancer better than doctors. So, what does this mean for the future of medicine? Joining us is Dr. Wayne Brisbane, one of the lead researchers from the study and a urologist at UCLA Health: https://bit.ly/4c7L2jx
Dr. Wayne Brisbane discusses new prostate cancer study
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Congratulations to Nick Donin, M.D., UCLA Health urologist and urologic oncologist, and Assistant Clinical Professor of Urology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, who was recognized by Newsweek on their 2024 list of America's Best Prostate Cancer Surgeons. Learn more about cancer care at UCLA Health here: https://lnkd.in/gPWaUcyP
Newsweek: Dr. Nicholas Donin a 'Best Prostate Cancer Surgeon'
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