May 13, 2022
A Conversation with Dr. Somasundaram
“In my opinion, there seems to be no greater puzzle worth solving for my generation than the treatment of cancer,” says Dr. Somasundaram, who recently joined the PCCE.
Tag: hematology
January 14, 2020
Dittus and colleagues write the book on rare lymphomas
UNC Lineberger’s Christopher Dittus, DO, MPH, assistant professor of medicine at UNC School of Medicine, is the editor of a new book that provides a comprehensive review of how to diagnose and manage rare lymphomas, with a focus on novel treatment approaches. UNC Lineberger faculty and trainees contributed chapters to the volume. “Novel Therapeutics for …
December 6, 2019
UNC Lineberger researchers to share data, expertise at 61st ASH Annual Meeting
University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers will be well-represented at the 61st American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida, Dec. 7-10. ASH is the world’s largest professional society of hematologists and is dedicated to understanding, diagnosing, treating and preventing blood disorders. The society expects more than 20,000 hematologists and health …
December 8, 2014
UNC Lineberger members presenting at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting
Several UNC Lineberger members and UNC School of Medicine faculty presented at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting in San Francisco last week. With more than 15,000 members from nearly 100 countries, ASH is the world's largest professional society serving clinicians and scientists around the world who are working to conquer blood diseases. The 56th ASH Annual Meeting & Exposition is the premier event in malignant and non-malignant hematology.
December 8, 2014
Carey named newly elected member of ASCO Nominating Committee
Lisa Carey, MD, medical director of the UNC Breast Center, division chief of hematology and oncology at the UNC School of Medicine, and physician-in-chief of the N.C. Cancer Hospital, has been named to the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Nominating Committee. An ASCO member since 1997, Carey will serve a three-year term on the committee.
November 6, 2014
Pecot named V Scholar
Chad Pecot, MD, assistant professor in hematology and oncology, has received a V Scholar Award from the The V Foundation for Cancer Research. Dr. Pecot is one of 20 recipients in the United States to receive the two-year $200,000 award.
October 2, 2013
First Annual UNC Hematology/Oncology Retreat highlights division’s accomplishments
The UNC School of Medicine’s Division of Hematology/Oncology held its first annual retreat on September 6, 2013 at the Rizzo Center in Chapel Hill to discuss the academic mission and future goals of the division.