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Hannah Safron’s journey to Washington, DC was shaped by a strong sense of service, curiosity, and commitment to community health. From her roots in suburban Chicago to her current work as a Community Health Associate at the GW Cancer Prevention and Wellness Center, Hannah is fueled by a passion…
Joslyn Trovati’s journey into oncology social work wasn’t a straight line—but it was a deeply intentional one. Raised in northern New Jersey, Joslyn always knew she wanted to help others. Initially drawn to psychology, she realized she was meant for a more dynamic, community-centered role. That…
As summer rolls in and the sun shines brighter, it’s tempting to spend more time outdoors. But before you head to the beach, the pool, or even your backyard, it’s important to remember that too much sun can be harmful—especially to your skin.
The GW Cancer Center announced the launch of an updated free on-demand course titled Oncology Patient Navigator Training: The Fundamentals. The revised training aligns with both the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Professional Oncology Navigation Task Force Practice (…
Christina Lisi’s personal foundation is built upon community. After receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, she reached out to friends and family, who rallied around her as she sussed out care teams and treatment options. And when she chose GW’s Breast Center and Cancer Center as her cancer journey…
Radiation therapist Badjo Kouadio won the lottery — a few times. The first time was when she entered the Diversity Visa lottery (also known as the Green Card lottery) and came to the United States. The second time was when she became a radiation technologist and began a defining career that…
The GW Cancer Center is proud to announce the addition of Prashanth Ashok Kumar, MD, to its hematologist-oncologist team. Ashok Kumar, who specializes in thoracic cancers and primary CNS tumors, further strengthens the center's commitment to providing top-tier, patient-centered cancer care.
When it comes to love languages, Raeshawn Rae is multilingual. Her patients at the GW Cancer Center are often on the receiving end of her words of affirmation and encouragement
Even though Jeff Bethony is a basic researcher, there is nothing basic about his work.
With a background in neglected tropical diseases and overseeing GW’s Biorepository while studying the confluence of HIV and cancer, his career has gone from the bench to the field to the bedside, and…
