Cancer Health Disparities
Minority patients are affected by cancer in unique ways. We're investigating disparities to illuminate and eliminate shortcomings in current approaches to cancer care.
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We have the unique opportunity to serve a diverse population facing health disparities in one of the most medically underserved areas in the country. As the region's only dedicated cancer center, our patients look to us not only to provide excellent care, but to redefine the future of care through research.
Our cancer research programs seek to reduce the prevalence and impact of cancers in our community and beyond. Led by internationally-recognized experts in cancer research, our programs pursue impactful breakthroughs in a number of areas.
Our Cancer Research Programs
Cancer Particle Therapy
Since 1990, our proton center has been vital in research and patient treatment. We're investigating how to improve proton therapy — and how heavy ion therapy may be the next big step.
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Molecular Imaging & Therapeutics
It's critical to tailor any cancer treatment plan to the unique needs of the patient. Molecular imaging and targeted therapies help take personalized care to the next level.
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Pediatric Leukemia
Sadly, Hispanic children more often suffer from a very deadly form of leukemia. Our researchers are building on their own discoveries to test potential treatments.
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Population Sciences
With help from the Adventist community, our researchers have access to unique population data that has already illuminated important links between lifestyle and cancer.
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Transdisciplinary Tobacco Research
Tobacco causes more cases of preventable cancer than anything else, and people in poverty are disproportionately affected. Our researchers combat the problem on multiple fronts.
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Wholeness & Cancer Immunotherapy
For certain cancers, the immune system can be a powerful tool in treatment. We're investigating how to restore, protect and utilize the body's natural immune responses to cancer.
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