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August 4, 2023
Dr. Alberts, who passed away July 29 at age 83, not only assisted in creating the Arizona Cancer Center in 1976, but also developed the center’s Cancer Prevention and Control Program into one of the top programs in the U.S.
August 3, 2023
After being displaced for two years as Tucson’s best hospital, Banner Health’s flagship hospital in Southern Arizona is once again No. 1 in the region and No. 2 in the state, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual rankings.
July 28, 2023
Banner Health’s two University of Arizona-affiliated academic medical centers in Tucson earned No. 1 and No. 2 socially responsible ranking within the state.
July 27, 2023
To increase chances of receiving proper care, people with pneumonia symptoms should ask to be tested for Valley fever, says Dr. John Galgiani, an infectious diseases professor and Valley Fever Center for Excellence director at the UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson.
July 24, 2023
An open house Tuesday, July 25, will showcase advanced technology and technical skills for trainees as well as translational research opportunities across the university. Service will be largest in state.
![[The Van Doorslaer Lab, with staff and mascot pictured here, depends on the whole self to tackle the genomic challenges of HPV cancers.]](https://deptmedicine.arizona.edu/sites/default/files/styles/1x_widescreen/public/2023-07-14_van_doorslaer_lab_card.jpeg?itok=UNpHXkyf×tamp=1690566309 "The Van Doorslaer Lab, with staff and mascot pictured here, depends on the whole self to tackle the genomic challenges of HPV cancers.")
July 24, 2023
Dr. Koenraad Van Doorslaer is the new co-leader for the Cancer Biology Program at the University of Arizona Cancer Center, working alongside current co-leader, Dr. Nathan Ellis, and filling the role of outgoing co-leader, Dr. Cynthia Miranti.
![[The University of Arizona Cancer Center's Peter & Paula Fasseas Cancer Clinic at the Banner – University Medicine North in Tucson]](https://deptmedicine.arizona.edu/sites/default/files/styles/1x_widescreen/public/2023-07-24_uacc_fasseas_cancer_clinic_card_0.jpeg?itok=zQqEUKiW×tamp=1690564952 "The University of Arizona Cancer Center's Peter & Paula Fasseas Cancer Clinic at the Banner – University Medicine North in Tucson")
July 24, 2023
University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson radiation oncology associate professor Dr. Charles Hsu is now medical director of the UArizona Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office, replacing Dr. Rachna Shroff, interim chief, Division of Hematology & Oncology.
July 13, 2023
Ribbon-cutting ceremony July 10 celebrates completion of renovations.
July 12, 2023
Two new physicians in the Division of General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine bring experience in geriatrics, palliative and emergency medicine to their UArizona posts.
July 11, 2023
The University of Arizona Cancer Center is now accepting applications on a rolling basis for its Team Science Award for up to $200,000. Complete the application via Arizona Cultivate.
July 10, 2023
The free event is open to all and designed with accessibility for the disability community in mind.
July 7, 2023
Division of Cardiology’s Cardiac Rehabilitation team was recognized as Banner Health Heroes as a grateful patient extolled on its exceptional care.
July 6, 2023
A new fellowship program led by UArizona’s Dr. Stephanie Russo Carroll seeks 15 early career researchers in any fields of study from public universities and tribal colleges across Arizona to join the inaugural cohort of Indigenous DataSET Fellows for the 2023-24 academic year.
July 6, 2023
Each semester, a new cohort featuring up to six Data Science Fellows will be offered. Fellows are expected to attend and participate in twice weekly virtual training activities. Fall 2023 semester participants will be awarded a $7,000 stipend for successful completion of the program. Apply by 5 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 1.
July 3, 2023
Among items in new quarterly newsletter from the Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine were key findings in two published papers, a ribbon-cutting, fellow graduations and faculty appointments and promotions.
June 30, 2023
Interventional cardiologist Dr. Deepak Acharya on Banner Health’s Making the Rounds podcast, kicks off its most recent series on the theme, “Failure Is Not an Option,” with a 17-minute overview on cardiovascular disease and importance of early diagnosis.
June 30, 2023
The Division of Cardiology medical imaging team led by Dr. Raj Janardhanan draws distinction for 10-year Green Milestone Recognition for continuous accreditation in adult and pediatric echocardiography.
June 27, 2023
The University of Arizona Cancer Center is now accepting applications for Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research 2023 Medical Research Awards up to $225,000 over three years. They’re due by Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 5 p.m.
June 27, 2023
Dr. Rachna Shroff, interim Division of Hematology & Oncology chief at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson and clinical investigations associate director at the UArizona Cancer Center, was named this year's Healio Woman Disruptor of the Year at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting on June 3.
June 16, 2023
Hosted by the Hacienda at the River retirement community, the chef and participating physicians – Drs. Juanita Merchant, Mindy Fain, David Lieberman and Kanwal Bains – provided three recipes for ratatouille as tasty options for celiac disease sufferers who must eat gluten-free.