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Early Onset Colorectal Cancer Program
One of the first programs of its kind dedicated to young people who have been diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Patient and Caregiver Support
We treat the whole person, not just the cancer. Our support services provide care and support outside of traditional medical care.
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- January 15, 2025
Explore pioneering work in AI, cell therapy and immunotherapy, and our approach to compassionate, community-informed care in the 2024 Pathways to a Cure annual report.
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- May 16, 2025
We answer 10 of the most common—and often misunderstood—questions about how cancer clinical trials work, who they’re for, and why they matter.
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CUIMC NewsroomMay 14, 2025A computer analysis of mammogram images has revealed six breast texture patterns linked to higher risk of breast cancer.
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NewYork-Presbyterian AdvancesMay 12, 2025ChatGPT said: Researchers at Columbia are using an implantable ultrasound device to temporarily open the blood-brain barrier, improving chemotherapy drug delivery for glioblastoma treatment.
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- May 9, 2025
Upon receiving ASCO’s Karnofsky Award, Dr. Dawn Hershman reflects on the questions, patients, and conversations that have shaped her career.
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Patient Stories
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Alondra was diagnosed with colorectal cancer at just 42 years old. Thanks to the support of her care team at Columbia, she was able to quickly return to her life and her family.
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After Patti Murillo-Casa beat cervical cancer, she had another fight for her health - depression led to weight gain and a series of other health issues. After losing 113 pounds, Patti is a group fitness instructor specializing in senior fitness and cancer recovery fitness, sharing her story with others to inspire change.
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Jane Hanley was devastated when she learned she had advanced lung cancer. Nearly five years later, Jane has a new outlook on life under the care and trust of her devoted oncology team at Columbia/NewYork-Presbyterian.
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