Sarcoma Foundation of America Honors Robert G. Maki, MD, PhD, with the Nobility in Science Award April 29, 2013 Dr. Maki was recognized for his committment to finding a cure for sarcoma, a cancer of the connective tissue including bone, cartilage, muscle, and fat.
Mount Sinai Launches Phase III Clinical Trial of Novel, Personalized Vaccine for Newly-Diagnosed Kidney Cancer April 17, 2013 Study will examine potential of investigational immunotherapy AGS-003 to improve survival when combined with standard kidney cancer treatment.
Mount Sinai Invents Gene Signature to Identify Individuals with Cirrhosis at High-Risk for Liver Cancer April 17, 2013 Mount Sinai researchers have developed the first gene test to identify patients with cirrhosis who are at highest risk of developing liver cancer.
Redefining a Positive CT Result for Lung Cancer May Reduce Unnecessary Surgery, Radiation Risks February 19, 2013 Revising a key measure used to define positive test results in baseline computed tomography (CT) screenings for lung cancer could help reduce the prospect of “further diagnostic work-up."
Facts About Mount Sinai in Cancer Research and Treatment December 14, 2012 The Mount Sinai Medical Center is a leader in patient-centered, multi-disciplinary cancer research and treatment.
Oncology-Specific Electronic Medical Records Improve Patient Care and Safety at The Mount Sinai Hospital December 1, 2012 A majority of clinicians at Mount Sinai using electronic medical records for cancer treatment, believe the system improves patient care quality and safety.
Major Cancer Facility at Mount Sinai Relocated and Expanded On Schedule in the Aftermath of Superstorm Sandy November 1, 2012 The Derald H. Ruttenberg Treatment Center at The Tisch Cancer Institute at 1470 Madison Avenue is already treating patients.
Mount Sinai Researchers Unveil New Chemotherapy-Resistant Cancer Stem Cell September 10, 2012 Scientists have discovered cells that display cancer stem cell properties and resistance to chemotherapy, and participate in tumor progression.
Mount Sinai Presents Research on Robotic Surgery and HPV at Head and Neck Cancer Meeting July 25, 2012 Benefits of robotic surgery in smokers and nonsmokers and predictors of HPV-positive head and neck cancer presented at the 8th International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer.
The Mount Sinai Medical Center Rises to No. 14 in Best Hospitals Rankings by U.S. News and World Report July 17, 2012 The Mount Sinai Medical Center ranked 14th out of approximately 5,000 hospitals nationwide in the 2012-2013 "Best Hospitals" issue of U.S. News & World Report.
Mount Sinai Researchers Develop A Multi-Target Approach To Treating Tumors June 7, 2012 Ross L. Cagan, Ph.D., Professor and Associate Dean at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, led the study.
The Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital Gains in New U.S. News and World Report Pediatric Rankings June 5, 2012 Six specialties now rated in Top 36 of Best Children’s Hospitals in the nation.
New York Daily News: Dr. Ilya Iafin: "The Daily Checkup: Cancer Research Moves Ahead with New Treatments for Tumors That Spread to Bones" March 7, 2012
The ASCO Post: Challenges, Progress, and Future Directions in Head and Neck Cancer March 6, 2012
Radiation After Surgery Does Not Extend Survival in Lung Cancer Subtype February 13, 2012 Mount Sinai researchers have found that post-operative radiation therapy does not improve outcomes in older patients with locally advanced lung cancer.
A to Z of Robotics: Dr. David Samadi Discusses: “Robotic Surgery Expert Emphasizes Significance of Experience for a Successful Surgery” September 30, 2011
HealthDay: Dr. Matthew Galsky Weighs In: “NSAID Painkillers Linked to Risk of Kidney Cancer” September 12, 2011
News-Medical.net: Dr. Mihaela Stefan: ATA Announces Five Recipients Of 2011 Thyroid Cancer Research Grants September 8, 2011
New York Daily News: Dr. James Wittig: “Brooklyn Boy, Avrum Rosenberg, Gets Leg Up On Cancer, Docs Replace Bone With State-Of-The-Art Rod” September 5, 2011
The New York Times: Dr. Philip Landrigan Weighs In: “Study Suggests Higher Cancer Risk for 9-11 Firefighters” September 2, 2011
HealthDay: Dr. Philip Landrigan Comments: “9-11 Responders, Workers Still Suffer An Excess Of Illnesses” September 2, 2011
CBSNews.com: Dr. Juan Wisnivesky Weighs In: “Controversial Study Shows Higher Cancer Risk In 9-11 Firefighters” September 2, 2011
CBS Early Show: Dr. Philip Landrigan Weighs In: “9-11 First Responders and Cancer” September 2, 2011
NY 1 News: Dr. Philip Landrigan Discusses: “New Studies Show Significant Link Between WTC Dust And Cancer Development” September 1, 2011
Reuters: Dr. David Samadi Weighs In: “Doctors Misuse Scans In Prostate Cancer: Study” August 26, 2011
CNN.com: Dr. Jeffrey Mechanick Comments: “Piecing Together Details Of Jobs' Health History” August 25, 2011
Forbes: Dr. Elisa Port Comments: “Why Monthly Breast Self Exams Are a Thing of the Past (and What’s Replacing Them)” August 15, 2011
HealthDay: Dr. Heidi Waldorf Weighs In: “More Evidence Tanning Beds May Be Addictive” August 15, 2011
ThirdAge.com: Dr. Charles Powell Weighs In: “Lung Cancer Most Common Cause of Cancer-Related Death” August 8, 2011
My Health News Daily: Dr. Joshua Zeicher Comments: "Sun Protection Clothing: As Good as Sunscreen, or Better?" August 4, 2011
New York Daily News: Dr. Charles Powell: “The Daily Checkup: Lung Cancer is Most Common Cause of Cancer-related Death, Tied to Smoking, Genes” August 3, 2011
The New York Times: Dr. Philip Landrigan Weighs In: “Scant Evidence to Link 9-11 to Cancer, U.S. Report Says” July 27, 2011
WCBS-TV: Dr. Eric Genden: “Human Papilloma Virus Is Being Blamed For Head, Neck And Oral Cancer In Men” July 25, 2011
Bloomberg: Dr. Albert Levy Comments: “Takeda's Actos Pill Needs New Cancer-Risk Warning, Agency Says” July 22, 2011
The Mount Sinai Medical Center Named to Honor Roll of America’s Elite Hospitals By U.S. News and World Report July 19, 2011 The Mount Sinai Medical Center ranks 16 out of nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide in the 2011-2012 “Best Hospitals” issue of U.S. News & World Report, and earns a spot on the “Honor Roll.”
WCBS-TV: Dr. Ellen Marmur Weighs In: “Understanding Sunscreen Labels” July 17, 2011
National Public Radio: Dr. Matthew Schulman discusses: “Silicone Breast Implants: Safe, With Caveats” July 11, 2011
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Dr. Elisa Port and Dr. George Raptis: “What Women Need To Know About Preventing And Treating Breast Cancer” July 5, 2011
ABC News: Dr. Claudia Henschke Weighs In: “CT Scans for Smokers Could Lower Lung Cancer Deaths by 20 Percent” June 29, 2011
ABC News: Dr. Laurie Margolies Comments: “Should You Get A Mammogram? New Study May Provide Answer” June 28, 2011
New York Press: Dr. Elisa Port and Dr. George Raptis: Model Treatment June 23, 2011
NY Daily News: Dr. Simon Hall and Dr. David Samadi: “Daily News Launches Annual Week Of Free Prostate Cancer Testing On Father's Day” June 20, 2011
MedPage Today: Dr. Albert Levy Weighs In: “FDA Warns of Bladder Cancer Risk With Actos” June 16, 2011
HealthDay: Dr. Sharmila Anandasabapathy Comments: “Cancer Risk With Barrett's Esophagus May Be Lower Than Thought” June 16, 2011
WCBS-TV: Dr. Ellen Marmur Discusses: “Sunscreen Label Changes” June 14, 2011
ABCNews.com: Dr. Philip Landrigan Comments “Styrofoam Chemical Styrene Added to Possible Carcinogens List” June 13, 2011
NY Daily News: Dr. Randall Holcombe: “Treating Colon Cancer; A Healthy Diet And Early Treatment Offer Defenses Against Disease” June 8, 2011
Navigating Cancer: A Cancer Spa? June 7, 2011
Dermatologist Warns About Sun Damage On 'Don't Fry Day' June 3, 2011
Better Homes and Gardens: Dr. Joshua Zeicher Comments: "Sunscreens Demystified" June 1, 2011
ABC News: Dr. Eric Genden: “Significant Rise in HPV-Related Throat Cancer in Men” June 1, 2011
Mesothelioma Help: Dr. Philip Landrigan Weighs In: “Lifestyle Choices Can Make a Difference but Cannot Prevent Mesothelioma” May 27, 2011
NY Daily News: Dr. Michael Gaisa Weighs In: “HPV, The Most Common STD, Can Cause Cancer; With The Proper Care It Can Be Prevented” May 25, 2011
MommyGoggles.com: Dr. Elisa Port and Dr. George Raptis: Dubin Breast Center: The Leadership to Cure Breast Cancer May 22, 2011
GMA Health: Dr. Laurie Margolies: A New Mammogram Procedure May 20, 2011
Health News Digest: Dr. Sharmila Anandasabapathy Weighs In: “Improved Endoscopy Method Increases Detection of Esophageal Pre-Cancer by Over 40 Percent” May 19, 2011
NY Daily News: Dr. David Kriegel: “Treating Skin Cancer; Surgery Is Effective Against Many Carcinomas, Should Precautions Fail” May 18, 2011
FOX 5-Doctor David Samadi Comments-"Prostate Cancer & Coffee" May 18, 2011
HealthDay: Dr. Ellen Marmur Weighs In: “Teens Follow Mom's Lead on Tanning Beds” May 13, 2011
Bloomberg: Dr. Lewis Silverman Weighs In: “Cancer Sleuths Uncovering DNA Mysteries for Novartis, Glaxo” May 12, 2011
HealthCanal: Dr. Laurie Margolies Comments: “Dubin Breast Center Now Offers Cutting-Edge 3D Mammography Technology” May 10, 2011
Health News Digest: Dr. Ellen Marmur Comments: “Indoor Tanning Runs in the Family” May 9, 2011
Outnumbered 3 to 1: Dr. Elisa Port and Dr. George Raptis Weigh In: Breast Cancer Survivor Makes Critical Step in a New Direction with The Dubin Breast Center at The Mount Sinai Medical Center May 9, 2011
Science News: Dr. Yvonne Saenger: Crushing Cancer’s Defenses May 7, 2011
Women’s Day: Dr Albert Lefkovits Comments: “Save Your Skin” May 2, 2011
Modern Medicine: Dr. Ellen Marmur Weighs In: “Oral Drug In Clinical Trials Shows Promise In Treating Basal Cell Carcinoma” May 1, 2011
NY Daily News: Dr. Paolo Boffetta: Doctors Seek New Ways To Diagnose Lung Cancer In Its Earliest Stages April 27, 2011
No Boobs About It: Dr. Elisa Port and Dr. George Raptis Weigh In: “The Dubin Breast Center…a Survivor’s Perspective” April 26, 2011
Mount Sinai Researchers Identify Mechanism of Regulatory Protein Essential for Embryo Development October 28, 2010 The discovery of a new mechanism in embryo development may provide a diagnostic or therapeutic target in identifying and treating common cancers.
The Mount Sinai Medical Center Named One of the Best Hospitals in the United States by U.S. News and World Report July 22, 2010 Mount Sinai tops the list for geriatrics and comes in high for numerous other specialties, including gastroenterology and cardiology.
Mount Sinai Study Shows Only a Weak Link Between Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Reduced Risk of Cancer April 6, 2010 Mount Sinai study finds the relationship between high consumption of fruits and vegetables and a reduced risk of cancer is not as strong as commonly thought
William K. Oh, MD, Joins The Mount Sinai Medical Center As Chief of the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology September 16, 2009 William K. Oh, MD, is known for his expertise in using biological data banks to advance the understanding of cancer and cancer treatment.
The Mount Sinai Medical Center Named to U.S. News Honor Roll July 16, 2009 Mount Sinai received high marks in 11 of 16 specialties to earn its Honor Roll ranking among U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals" for 2009-2010.
Mount Sinai's State-of-the-Art Prostate Cancer Center Targets Quality of Life for Patients Undergoing Robotic Surgery May 13, 2009 The resource center for prostate cancer care, led by David B. Samadi, MD, Chief of the Division of Robotics and Minimally Invasive Surgery, specializes in pre- and postsurgical care.
Men with Prostate Cancer Worry Less About Recurrence Than Their Partners Do April 23, 2009 Researchers at Mount Sinai have found that when it comes to worrying about the recurrence of prostate cancer, male patients worry less than their spouses or partners.
