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Metastatic colon cancer patient saved by aggressive treatment

Laura Perez was just 18 when she was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and referred to The University of Kansas Cancer Center. Today, she is cancer-free, studying nursing and hopes to one day work with cancer patients.

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Second opinions

At The University of Kansas Cancer Center, we know the value of a second opinion. It allows you and your family to ask questions and explore your options. It can ensure you get the correct diagnosis and the best treatment for your type of cancer.

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Beyond the Bench

The University of Kansas Cancer Center's annual research publication, Beyond the Bench, highlights major research efforts, grant awards and more.

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Patient Research Advocacy Program

PIVOT brings cancer survivors, co-survivors and scientists together to advance quality, patient-focused cancer research and care.

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Every patient has a team

Together, our nurse navigators, specialized doctors, support groups and patient and family services are creating treatments personalized for you.

Nurse navigators

Disease-specific nurse navigators guide patients from diagnosis through testing and appointments, answering questions and providing support.

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Specialized doctors

Specialists at The University of Kansas Cancer Center have achieved national and international recognition.

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Support services

Our prescriptive and extensive support services are integral to the comprehensive cancer care we provide.

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News, Events & Blogs

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Are E-cigarettes Safer Than Cigarettes? Study Sheds Light on the Issue

Scientists and medical professionals have long debated whether e-cigarettes are a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes. A new study provides some insight.

Sharing Data for Childhood Cancers

Grant will accelerate precision medicine for pediatric cancer care.

Active Surveillance in African-American men

In an editorial published in JAMA, radiation oncologist Xinglei Shen, MD, weighs in on a study assessing the effectiveness of active surveillance of African-American men with early-stage prostate cancer.

2020 Director’s Award, Pilot and Travel Award Recipients Announced

Recognizing cancer center members and supporters.

Beat AML Clinical Trial: A Paradigm Shift in Treatment

Patients participating in The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) precision medicine Beat AML Master Clinical Trial had superior outcomes compared to acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patients who opted for standard chemotherapy treatment, according to fi...

What Does It Mean to Have Dense Breasts?

Dense breast tissue is not abnormal; it is very common. Nearly half of women who undergo screening mammography have dense breast tissue. Breast density reflects the amount of fibrous and glandular tissue in your breasts compared with the amount of f...

Comprehensive Countdown

Members of The University of Kansas Cancer Center are busy preparing their application for National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation renewal, a prestigious distinction held by only 70 other cancer centers in the U.S.

Big Data and Health Disparities

The University of Kansas Cancer Center and Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center - Jefferson Health hosted a two-day symposium, The Big in Big Data: Breakthrough Discoveries, Disease Disparities, and Precision Medicine.

Ewing Sarcoma Patient Longs To Be a Kid

During the 2017 football season, Matthew Arndt told his mom about the problem. What was believed to be childhood growing pains soon turned into a diagnosis of Ewing sarcoma, a rare cancer that grows in the bones or soft tissue surrounding bones.

Taking Breast Cancer in Stride

Cynthia Garner, 62, exudes positivity. She's a power walker who eats right and has never smoked. That’s why yearly mammograms did not intimidate her. After more than 20 years of normal scans, she expected the same in late 2018.

A Curious Course to an Esophageal Cancer Diagnosis

Josh Mullin expected to mark his 40th birthday with the typical trappings: a few friends, cake, a celebratory drink. Instead, he began his 41st year with the worst birthday present anyone can get: a cancer diagnosis. Josh jokes about it now, cancer-f...

Peace Crane Symbolizes a Turning Point for Breast Cancer Survivor

According to Japanese lore, cranes signify good health and longevity by living 1,000 years. The legend is that anyone who folds 1,000 paper cranes will be granted one wish. This tradition is what first led architect-turned-artist Denise DiPiazzo to&n...