News

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute welcomes Wasif Saif, M.D., MBBS , as the new leader of the Phase 1 Clinical Trials Multidisciplinary Team and co-leader of the Gastrointestinal (GI) and Neuroendocrine Oncology Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Dr. Saif is a world-renowned hematologist and oncologist specializing in GI cancers, experimental therapeutics and pharmacogenetics. He joined Karmanos on March 1, 2024. “Karmanos Cancer Institute is a trailblazer in cancer research and has been a m...

WWJ Karmanos makes seeing a genetic counselor convenient for everyone. You don’t have to be a cancer patient to utilize the Karmanos Cancer Genetics Counseling Service . Courtney Kokenakes, MS, LCGC , licensed genetic counselor, explained how appointments with genetic counselors are fashioned. She’ll be available to chat with you at the Screening Saves Lives: Cancer Screening and Educational Event at the Weisberg Cancer Center in Farmington Hills on Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Screening Save...

WWJ Karmanos is hosting its Screening Saves Lives: Cancer Screening and Educational Event at the Weisberg Cancer Center in Farmington Hills. Participants may receive breast cancer screenings, including mammograms, colorectal screening consultations, free head and neck examinations, and wellness checks. They can also speak to a genetic counselor about their potential risk for cancer. Courtney Kokenakes, MS, LCGC , licensed genetic counselor at the Karmanos Cancer Genetics Counseling Service , explained w...

A Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University (WSU) School of Medicine researcher is being recognized for his record of prolific scientific publications and the high impact of that work. Avraham Raz, Ph.D., member of the Tumor Biology and Microenvironment Research Program , an internationally recognized leader in the field of cancer metastasis, and the Paul Zuckerman Professor of Oncology and Pathology, has been named an inaugural Highly Ranked Scholar by ScholarGPS™. The recognitio...

Laura Egle, a registered nurse from 10WN, was nominated by a bone marrow transplant patient and his wife for the outstanding care provided to them during their multiple stays at Karmanos. Laura received this prestigious honor, as she exemplified excellence in nursing and always provided compassionate care. At the award presentation, Laura received a certificate, a beautiful hand-carved Healers Touch sculpture from Zimbabwe, an honoree pin, a congratulations banner to be hung on the unit, and cinnamon ro...

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute is partnering with Wayne State University (WSU) School of Medicine, CrossFit Petoskey and McLaren Northern Michigan to offer cancer survivors 12 weeks of physical activity classes. These free classes are provided as part of an exercise program introducing the sport of CrossFit to cancer survivors. The CAPABLE team seeks 20 cancer survivors to participate in the Cross-Training and Physical Activity: A Better Life Experience (CAPABLE) program. Previous exercise ex...

The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute , in partnership with the Detroit Tigers and McLaren Health Care, the official health care system of the Tigers, continues the tradition of “Pink Out the Park” during the Saturday, June 8 game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Comerica Park. This special event has raised awareness for breast health for the past 12 years, celebrating survivors and honoring the legacies of those who have fought courageously. Breast cancer survivors will take part in a special pre-g...

There was one detail in George Goetz’s tattoo that his wife had a big problem with.  Amy Goetz was fixated on a mole near the center of the body art featuring Native American Chief Keokuk. “My wife always noticed the mole and said it was changing and that I should get it looked at,” George said. For ten 10 years, George’s wife watched his mole for changes, insisting he have it looked at. And, for ten 10 years, it seemed to slip George’s mind when he visited a doctor. That is, , until December 2022....

Patient Power Endometrial hyperplasia is the crowding of glands in the endometrium, making the lining thicker. Symptoms may include heavy and extended periods, bleeding between menstrual cycles, a change in the length of the period, and bleeding after menopause. If left untreated, there could be a risk of cancer. Ira Winer, M.D., Ph.D., FACOG , gynecologic oncologist and member of the Gynecologic Oncology Multidisciplinary Team , explains the types of endometrial hyperplasia and the recommended treatmen...

Patient Power Radhika Gogoi, M.D., Ph.D. , gynecologic oncologist and member of the Gynecologic Oncology Multidisciplinary Team at Karmanos, explained how most women who are diagnosed with endometrial cancer are postmenopausal. She suggested women should not ignore bleeding after going through menopause and pain that may persist or worsen over time. These can be symptoms of endometrial cancer. Read the article here .