Tag: Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
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Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey chair receives prestigious national award
Bruce G. Haffty, MD, associate vice chancellor for cancer programs and chair, radiation oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (RCINJ), has been selected as the 2020 Gold Medal Award winner by the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), the largest radiation oncology society in the world, in recognition of his significant accomplishments in…
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A free-standing comprehensive cancer pavilion is on the horizon in New Brunswick
NEW BRUNSWICK – At a time when healthcare, access to healthcare, research, innovation, drug trials and jobs are the hot topics of discussion, the proposed collaboration project of a free-standing comprehensive cancer pavilion touches upon each aspect, Chris Paladino, president of the New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO) said. “There are so many ways to frame…
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Volunteers honored for a decade of fighting pediatric cancer through Hugs for Brady Foundation
Several individuals who have made significant contributions to help those affected by childhood cancer will be honored at the Hugs for Brady winter gala. Sherrie and Michael Wells of South Brunswick started the Hugs for Brady Foundation in 2009, shortly after their 13-month-old son, Brady Michael, was diagnosed with non-differentiated acute leukemia. In 2010, Brady…
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Oncology Nursing Recruitment Open House set for Nov. 14 at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey will offer an evening of food from around the world, music and giveaways during the Oncology Nursing Recruitment Open House at 7 p.m. on Nov. 14 at the center, 195 Little Albany St., New Brunswick. To register, visit bit.ly/OncNurseOpenHouse.
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After losing mother, young woman explains importance of early detection in her own battle against breast cancer
NORTH BRUNSWICK – North Brunswick Township Councilman Ralph Andrews lost his wife Marguerite to breast cancer in 1993. During this past summer, his greatest fears were once again realized as their daughter, Jill, was diagnosed with breast cancer as well. Jill Andrews spoke during the North Brunswick Township Council meeting on Oct. 7, mentioning how…
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Coasters for Cancer campaign celebrates survivorship, raises cancer awareness
Cancer does not discriminate. That is what Johnny Volpe, a 17-year-old cancer survivor, of Monroe, said he wanted people to take away from the display on the cars of the popular Runaway Mine Train roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure. “Cancer goes for anyone … it’s great that people [will be] aware [with the…
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East Brunswick doctor indicted on 160 counts
A doctor from East Brunswick has been indicted for crimes spanning a two-year period with multiple victims in New Brunswick. Dr. James S. Goydos, 58, of East Brunswick, was charged in a 160-count indictment with crimes which include but are not limited to official misconduct, burglary, computer theft, impersonation, invasion of privacy, and possession of…
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Care to Walk celebrates 20 years of support for those affected by cancer
NORTH BRUNSWICK – Twenty years of stories. Twenty years of memories. Twenty years of diagnoses, treatments and recovery. Twenty years of heartbreak. Twenty years of fundraising. Twenty years of hope for a cure. North Brunswick’s Care to Walk event marked its 20th year on Oct. 28, with hundreds of survivors, friends, family members, community members…
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East Brunswick doctor lauded for contributions to cancer and blood disorder research
Richard Drachtman, MD, clinical section chief of the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, has been named the 2018 recipient of the Melvyn H. Motolinsky Research Foundation Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his accomplishments and leadership in the field of pediatric cancer and blood disorders. Drachtman has clinical expertise and research…