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Meet Jenny

Cancer

Meet Jenny

Jenny Geurts, MCW genetic counselor, has eyes on the horizon.

Unity MR-Linac offers personalized radiation therapy

MCW Magazine

Unity MR-Linac Offers Personalized Radiation Therapy

Radiation oncologists are using the world's first Elekta Unity MR-Linac technology to personalize radiation therapy.

Julie Freed, MD, PhD

MCW Magazine

Protecting the Heart

Physician-Scientist seeks to prevent cardiovascular disease.

This Is Sarah

Cancer

Sarah's Story

Thanks to innovative research and clinical care, Sarah was able to overcome her stage 4 cancer diagnosis.

Dr. Meena Bedi

Cancer

Treating Sarcoma, the Orphan Disease

Dr. Meena Bedi is currently leading a team of researchers in piloting a new project aimed at creating a blood test for soft tissue sarcomas.

This Is Jana

Cancer

Jana's Story

Thanks to the collaboration between oncologists and OB-GYN specialists, Jana is in remission and has a happy, healthy baby.

Bryon Johnson, PhD

Cancer

Immunotherapy Breakthroughs in Lymphoma Treatment Show the Power of Translational Research

Dr. Bryon Johnson’s personally meaningful clinical research to harness the immune system to fight cancer is showing promising results.

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Cancer

Climbing for a Cure

Dr. Ehab Atallah and colleagues will embark on a journey to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in October to support the International Chronic...

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Cancer

Reaching Out to the LGBT Community

Malika Siker, MD, and Alan G. Nyitray, PhD, are working diligently to address cancer disparities in Milwaukee’s LGBT communities.

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Cancer

Understanding Cancer Disparities in Milwaukee

Lauren Matthews is helping to lead a project that digs deeper into the underlying causes of these disparities and subsequently addresses...

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Cancer

Meet Becca

Meet education/quality assurance manager, Becca Selle, who is inspired to help researchers navigate the future of medicine.

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Cancer

Designing Dreams

MCW student’s passion project makes dreams reality for critically ill children.

This Is Carla

Community Front Door

Carla's Story

Her mother's battle with cancer inspired Carla to dedicate her life to pioneering a healthier future for all of us.

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MCW Magazine

WBCS: Investing in Potential

WBCS, Inc., the top philanthropic donor for adult cancer research at the MCW Cancer Center, supports seed grants at MCW in breast and...

From student to patient to doctor

Education Innovation

From Student to Patient to Doctor

Throughout his career, John has served in many caregiver roles including time as a registrar, technician, nurse and MD student. However,...

This Is Renee

125th Anniversary

Renee's Story

One year cancer-free, Renee is doing amazing things.

This Is Mary Jo

Cancer

Mary Jo's Story

An innovative clinical trial gave Mary Jo a second chance at the expanded family she once imagined.

Dr. Melinda Stolley and team work to improve cancer outcomes for the underserved

MCW Magazine

Connecting the Dots: Improving Cancer Outcomes for the Underserved

Dr. Melinda Stolley and her team work to reduce the burden of cancer among underserved populations.

Predicting prostate cancer: MCW researchers seek to amplify predictive powers of prostate MRI

MCW Magazine

Predicting Prostate Cancer

MCW researchers seek to amplify predictive powers of prostate MRI.

On the other side of the stethoscope: When doctors become patients

MCW Magazine

On the Other Side of the Stethoscope: When Doctors Become Patients

By being “on the other side of stethoscope” and “wearing a gown,” providers can learn to better empathize with patients, and, ultimately...

This Is Dan

Cancer

Dan's Story

Dan's life was saved by a pioneering doctor and a researcher with whom he shares a special bond.

Cancer

A Lifetime of Challenging Conventional Thinking on Prostate Cancer Treatment

For Dr. Nevalainen, it was clear to her in high school that becoming a doctor and conducting biomedical research was her life calling.

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Cancer

Preserving Fertility

Bridging oncology and reproductive medicine to help preserve fertility before and after cancer treatment.

MCW Docs in the community

Community Front Door

MCW Docs in the community

It’s one of the hardest cancers to treat but this passionate physician is on the case.

High mortality from cancer

Cancer

High mortality from cancer

MCW scientist's health mapping changes lives.