Genomic
Understanding patient preferences, values can help overcome barriers to genomic profiling
Michael J. Hall, MD, MS, FASCO, must occasionally remind himself not everyone holds genetics research in the high esteem he does.
Genomic Testing and Tools with Barnaby Balmforth, PhD
In this episode, host Shikha Jain, MD, speaks with Barnaby Balmforth, PhD, about the evolution of genomics in cancer care, the impact of personalized care tools and more.
On knowing your value, ‘feel inspiration not intimidation’ from others
Arielle J. Medford, MD, is working diligently to further refine individualized treatment for patients with breast cancer with the use of circulating tumor DNA and genomics at large.
Breast cancer researcher aims to uncover how ‘zip code is tied to genomic code’
The Miami Dolphins and AutoNation awarded a $1 million grant to Neha Goel, MD, MPH, FACS, to examine the critical health disparities that drive mortality among patients with breast cancer.
Precision navigators reduce racial disparities in genomic testing for prostate cancer
The presence of a precision medicine navigator significantly improved genomic testing rates among Black men with prostate cancer, according to study results.
Clinicians should not ‘shy away’ from a Spitz neoplasm diagnosis in adults
The dawning of genomic testing has shown that Spitz neoplasm cases occur at equal rates among children and adults, which should prompt clinicians to diagnose Spitz neoplasms more confidently among older patients, according to a study.
Almirall partners with Centre for Genomic Regulation for advancements in skin cancer
Almirall and the Centre for Genomic Regulation have entered into a research collaboration to develop and characterize novel preclinical models for the identification of new nonmelanoma skin cancer treatments, according to a press release.
Q&A: New investments will support implementation of genomic information in practice
Penn Medicine announced that it has received a $9.7 million grant that will be used to fund continuing education and training for genetic counselors.
Trial to investigate impact of genomic tumor boards
Genomic testing continues to provide oncologists with a wealth of meaningful, treatment-guiding information for a growing number of cancers.
Genomic surveillance uncovers clusters of MRSA causing bloodstream infections
Genomic surveillance identified clusters of MRSA among strains cultured from bloodstream infections in two Philadelphia hospitals, researchers reported.