Genetic counselors play a key role in various aspects of patient care. With increased knowledge about one’s biological makeup and history, counselors advise patients on what to look for during...
By working with pharmacies and insurance companies, medication access coordinators help patients receive the best care for the lowest price. Huntsman Cancer Institute’s Shawn Newton describes his role and gives...
Huntsman Cancer Institute is proud to recognize the 2021 University of Utah Staff Excellence Awards recipients. These yearly awards are given to employees for their exemplary service and outstanding work.
Phoebe Freer, MD, discusses the breast imaging department at Huntsman Cancer Institute, some common concerns from patients, and how a traumatic car accident inspired her to become a doctor.
The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve presented Douglass Clapp, nurse manager at Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI), the Patriotic Employer award. Nominated by Captain Christy Jonkman, Clapp received the...
Douglas Sborov, MD, discusses the multiple myeloma and clinical trials programs at Huntsman Cancer Institute, why this work is so meaningful, and how a Robin Williams character resonates with him.
HCI’s Ashlee Harrison deals with cancer every day. Here, she shares personal and professional experiences to explain why giving back holds such importance for her.
Huntsman Cancer Institute predoctoral fellow Prasoona Karra, MS, was selected to receive the National Cancer Institute Predoctoral Fellow Transition Award to support her in her late stages of PhD training...
The Utah National Guard and Honorary Colonels Corps recently presented Susan Sheehan, president and COO of the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, the Bronze Minuteman Award. This award recognizes community leaders who...
Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah announced the appointment of Howard Colman, MD, PhD, as the new co-leader of the Experimental Therapeutics Program. Colman is a physician-scientist at...
U.S. News and World Report has again ranked Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah among the best hospitals in the country for cancer care.
When Yelena Wu, a pediatric and clinical child psychologist and assistant professor of dermatology, isn't focusing on skin cancer prevention in children, you can find her out rock climbing.
Adriana Coletta, PhD, discusses the amazing new work being done for metastatic prostate cancer patients, what the future of exercise cancer research could look like, and her violin skills.
Jason Hunt, head and neck cancer surgeon at Huntsman Cancer Institute, discusses his passion for patient care, the evolving field of head and neck cancer, and his love for fly-fishing.
Mary Beckerle, PhD, describes how the clinical landscape has changed during her career, the future of Huntsman Cancer Institute, and the unique relationship between caregivers and patients.
