Try these options when asking about your family’s health history to make family members more comfortable about sharing. For more information, (205) 975-0003, or email [email protected]. #cancerawareness #nationalfamilyreunionmonth
UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center
Medical Practices
Birmingham, Alabama 1,587 followers
Alabama's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center.
About us
The UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center is among the nation’s leading cancer research institutions and one of only 51 centers designated by the National Cancer Institute. Being routinely recognized as among the nation’s best means the citizens of Alabama have access to the latest therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and the expertise needed to treat their cancer right in their own backyard. From bench to bedside, the O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center is at the forefront of improving cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment, and scientists and clinician-scientists at UAB have pioneered advances in chemotherapy, surgery, radiotherapy, immunotherapy and nutrition. Our community outreach efforts reach vulnerable populations by providing the region with educational and prevention programs. The O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center offers a full array of treatment options from multidisciplinary clinics filled with experts from across cancer fields to the latest state-of-the-art technology. The center is home to an outstanding faculty of 400 clinicians, scientists and clinician-scientists, many of whom are internationally and nationally recognized for their expertise in oncology. The O'Neal Cancer Center treats approximately 20,000 patients annually, with an estimated 5,000 new patients each year.
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https://www.uab.edu/onealcancercenter/
External link for UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center
- Industry
- Medical Practices
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Birmingham, Alabama
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- Public Company
Locations
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1824 6th Ave S
Birmingham, Alabama 35233, US
Employees at UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center
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Karim Budhwani
CEO-Scientist
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Christy Berryman
Corporate Meetings and Conventions | Contract Negotiations | Customer Focused | Meeting Consultant
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Michael Bertram
Director of Institutional Research Core Program at University of Alabama at Birmingham
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George F. Wheelock, III
Community Volunteer at at Retired
Updates
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UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center reposted this
Enjoyed representing the UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center today at the Transplant Games of America! Did you know that the O’Neal is Alabama’s only comprehensive cancer center and has the state’s only bone marrow transplant program? #theonealdifference
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July is National Family Reunion Month. Knowing and acting on your family’s health history is an important part of staying healthy, so talk to your family members. For more information, (205) 975-0003, or email [email protected]. #cancerawareness #nationalfamilyreunionmonth
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The Gabrielle’s Angels Foundation recently awarded Tatiana Marquez-Lago, Ph.D., and Rui Lu, Ph.D., Medical Research Awards for their research into innovative cancer treatments. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gUgzEjVD
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The O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center thanks everyone who participated in this year’s “A Family Affair” Program! Dedicated to proving comprehensive support to rural African American breast cancer survivors and their families, A Family Affair is a testament to the power of community and the impact of targeted support for those who need it most. Below are some highlights from the program, and a full photo gallery from the event is viewable on Facebook. See you next year! https://lnkd.in/eHnGVC9k #ocoe #cancerawareness
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Talk with your doctor about what colorectal cancer screening option is right for you. Remember, early detection saves lives! For more information, (205) 975-0003, or email [email protected]. #menshealthawarenessmonth #cancerawareness
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2024 Mary Ann Harvard NextGen Award winner Yogesh Kumar, Ph.D., is researching the application of machine-learning in the segmentation and registration processes of cancer treatment. Read about his work on our blog: https://lnkd.in/ezhRjwHn
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Men should begin to discuss prostate cancer screenings with their doctor at age 50. Some men may need to begin screening earlier. For more information, (205) 975-0003, or email [email protected]. #menshealthawarenessmonth #cancerawareness
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UAB O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center reposted this
Highlighting the impactful work of O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB and Unite for HER in our ACS NBCRT member organization spotlight today. Thank you for your commitment to the ACS NBCRT!
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