In a new NCI-funded study, researchers will be merging nanotechnology and cancer surgery techniques with the aim of finding tumor cells. Dr. Shuming Nie (Emory University and Georgia Institute of Technology) explains how nanotechnology and related technology would be able to aid cancer surgeons. Background In a new NCI-funded study, researchers will be merging nanotechnology and cancer surgery techniques with the aim of finding tumor cells present in pancreatic, lung and breast cancers. Nanoparticles are injected into the body, where they home in on tumor cells and bind with them. The tumors, including tumor margins and lymph nodes, which may also be involved, can be scanned by surgeons using special equipment, so that every cell can be identified and removed. Complete removal of cancer is often key to preventing recurrence. Related Videos Nanotechnology to Find Cancer: “Like a Smart Bomb” www.youtube.com Finding Cancer Using Colloidal Gold Nanoparticles www.youtube.com Fighting Cancer with Nanotechnology – and Academic Partnerships www.youtube.com About Shuming Nie Dr. Shuming Nie is the Wallace H. Coulter Distinguished Chair Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Emory University and the Georgia Institute of Technology. Nie holds joint appointments in chemistry, materials science and engineering, and hematology and oncology. He is the Principal Investigator and Director of the Emory-Georgia Tech Nanotechnology Center for Personalized and Predictive Oncology, one of the …
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Future Surgery: Removing Cancer with Aid of Nanotechnology
July 30th, 2010Sheila Robb’s Mayo Clinic Story
July 28th, 2010
Sheila Robb describes her Mayo Clinic experience as she goes through stereotactic body radiation therapy, which delivers precise, high doses of radiation to a tumor, minimizing damage to the surrounding healthy tissues. Sheila shares her 10-year history of treatment for breast cancer and her impressions of Mayo Clinic’s system.
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Sammy, Lean On Me from Bill Withers & Gramma
July 27th, 2010
A recording I sang/made for my 2 yr old granddaughter with leukemia. she is having a tough time. she also had a new baby sister the first week she was in oncology. Her Mom, Dad and new baby Sayler have been living in the spokane Children’s Hospital Oncology for going on 4 weks. I recorded this cover song about 2 years ago when I was singing and Sam always loved me to sing it to her. You have no idea how much pain these kids with cancer experience. www.myspace.com
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July 27th, 2010
??????=Laparoendoscopic single-site surgery (LESS) for ovarian cyst enucleation: report of first 3 cases Anna Fagotti, MD, Ph.Da, Francesco Fanfani, MDa, Francesco Marocco, MDb, Cristiano Rossitto, MDa, Valerio Gallotta, MDa, Giovanni Scambia, MDa Received 16 February 2009; received in revised form 22 May 2009; accepted 27 May 2009. published online 08 July 2009. Objective To report the feasibility of ovarian cyst enucleation by using a laparoendoscopic single-site trocar through a transumbilical access. Design Case reports. Setting Teaching and research hospital. Patient(s) Three patients affected by large ovarian cysts. Intervention(s) Enucleation of three large ovarian cysts by using a laparoendoscopic single-site approach with a new multiport trocar and standard laparoscopic instruments. Main Outcome Measure(s) Conversion to a multiaccess standard laparoscopic technique. Result(s) No conversion to multiaccess standard laparoscopic technique and no intraoperative or postoperative complications were observed. Mean operative time was 79.6 minutes. All patients were discharged home on day 1. Conclusion(s) Laparoendoscopic single-site enucleation of large ovarian cysts with ovary sparing is feasible with standard laparoscopic instruments, safe and effective, with good results in terms of cosmesis and postoperative pain. More clinical data are needed to confirm these advantages compared with standard laparoscopic technique. Key Words: SPA (single port access)/LESS …
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July 26th, 2010
Google Tech Talk July 29, 2008 ABSTRACT Dr. Elmer E. Huerta is the Principal Investigator (PI) of the Latin American Cancer Research Coalition (LACRC) and a member of the LACRC Steering Committee. He is currently the President of the American Cancer Society and the Founder and Director of the Cancer Preventorium at the Washington Cancer Institute in the Washington Hospital Center, the only cancer prevention/screening service for Latinos in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area. The goal of the clinic is to encourage preventive screenings; therefore, the clinic is open to patients who do not have any disease symptoms. Born in Peru, Dr. Huerta obtained his medical degree at the University of San Marcos in 1981. Trained in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology in Peru, he completed a fellowship in oncology research at the Johns Hopkins Oncology Center in 1988, a residence in internal medicine at St. Agnes Hospital in 1991, an MPH at the Johns Hopkins School of Hygiene and Public Health in 1992, and a fellowship in Cancer Prevention and Control at the National Cancer Institute in 1994. Through his educational work, Dr. Huerta has gained a high degree of respect and trust in the Hispanic community at the local, national, and international levels. Since 1989, Dr. Huerta’s daily radio show Cuidando su Salud (Taking Care of Your Health) has provided daily disease prevention and health promotion messages to Hispanics on a Washington, DC-area Spanish-language station. Dr. Huerta …
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Ohio State’s Dedicated Oncology Nurses
July 26th, 2010
Nursing is a demanding profession, but oncology nurses—those who treat people battling cancer—face particular challenges. This segment looks at Ohio State teachers and students who are dedicated to helping patients with critical health care needs.
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Life-Changing Technologies
July 24th, 2010
(October 23, 2009) Stanford University President John L. Hennessy kicks off reunion weekend with a “state of the university” address as he welcomes alumni and guests. Following his remarks, top faculty share insight into life-changing technologies being developed at Stanford. From reducing greenhouse gas emissions to improving the aging process, from designing smarter and safer automobiles to creating enhanced learning environments, Stanford researchers are building technologies that will alter the way we live, work, learn and heal. Stanford University: www.stanford.edu Stanford University Channel on YouTube: www.youtube.com
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Qualities of a nurse- Therapeutic communication for nurses.
July 24th, 2010Ellen MacArthur Trust: Round Britain Promo Video
July 21st, 2010
In May 2009 we will follow in our founding Patrons footsteps, setting off Round Britain with stopovers in 17 key ports. The voyage will be made up of a total of 17 legs with over 85 young people recovering from cancer and leukaemia sailing onboard. Each leg will be linked to the Hospital where the young people onboard were treated including a visit back to their oncology ward to talk to those currently in treatment about the voyage. [[03/05/09 19:00]
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Only a nurse knows what it’s like to be a nurse
July 12th, 2010
Four nurses discuss what it means to be a nurse
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