Surgical Oncology
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Immune landscape in adrenal cancer
The profile of immune-related gene expression and tumor-infiltrating immune cells in adrenocortical cancer suggests targets for new treatment strategies. Read MoreDec 14, 2021
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It’s all about the patient for surgical oncologist Solórzano
Surgical oncologist Carmen Solórzano, M.D., senses she has a reputation for being tough on residents. It doesn’t bother her. Read MoreOct 5, 2017
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Early drivers of gastric cancer
Using bioinformatics approaches, Vanderbilt investigators have identified gene expression networks that are deregulated in mouse and human stomach cancers. Read MoreAug 8, 2017
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Solórzano named chief of Surgical Oncology, Endocrine Surgery
Carmen Solórzano, M.D., professor of Surgery and director of the Endocrine Surgery Center at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), has been named chief of the Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery in the Department of Surgery. Read MoreJan 21, 2016
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Stomach cancer cues
Vanderbilt scientists have discovered a new molecular mechanism that promotes stomach cancer development, findings that could provide new opportunities for treatment. Read MoreAug 6, 2015
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Enzyme counters stomach acid attack
Dysfunction or loss of an “antioxidant” enzyme may lead to higher risk for esophageal cancer in patients with gastric reflux disease. Read MoreSep 11, 2012