Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer

Immunotherapy drugs, also known as immune checkpoint inhibitors, target cancer cells by recruiting and activating the body’s own immune cells to kill cancer cells. This approach—used for about seven years—has dramatically changed the treatment of patients with advanced lung cancer. The hope is to use immunotherapy on patients who are at even earlier stages of the disease.

Advancements in Minimally Invasive Procedures for Thoracic Surgery

“Now we can do minimally invasive procedures in many different ways,” explains Jeffrey L. Port, MD, attending thoracic surgeon at Weill Cornell Medical Center. “We can use a video cameras at the bedside, or a robotic platform. Either allows for smaller incisions without compromise to the operation.”

COVID-19 Vaccine: Your Top Questions Answered

Dr. Kristen Marks, infectious disease expert at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, answers frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Podcast: Developmental Red Flags

Sherry Huang, M.D discusses developmental milestones that children should hit at each age. She shares red flags for developmental delays and how to work with your pediatrician to seek early intervention. She offers resources for parents, including important home strategies you can practice now to help your child stay on track and thrive.

Heidi Bender

Heidi Allison Bender, PhD, ABPP-CN

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Research

Relationships and collaborations with for-profit and not-for profit organizations are of vital importance to our faculty because these exchanges of scientific information foster innovation. As experts in their fields, WCM physicians and scientists are sought after by many organizations to consult and educate. WCM and its faculty make this information available to the public, thus creating a transparent environment.

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Podcast: Multidisciplinary Cancer Care and Translational Research

From the bench to the bedside -- how translational research and multidisciplinary care impact treatment for people with cancer.

Samantha Feder

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Research

Relationships and collaborations with for-profit and not-for profit organizations are of vital importance to our faculty because these exchanges of scientific information foster innovation. As experts in their fields, WCM physicians and scientists are sought after by many organizations to consult and educate. WCM and its faculty make this information available to the public, thus creating a transparent environment.

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Katrina Bradley

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Research

Relationships and collaborations with for-profit and not-for profit organizations are of vital importance to our faculty because these exchanges of scientific information foster innovation. As experts in their fields, WCM physicians and scientists are sought after by many organizations to consult and educate. WCM and its faculty make this information available to the public, thus creating a transparent environment.

No External Relationships Reported