News & Information
At Memorial Sloan Kettering, our leading edge research is constantly advancing what we know about cancer and new discoveries are improving care for patients here, and all over the world. In News and Information, you will find information about our groundbreaking work and the dedicated professionals who make it all happen.
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Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) has been recognized as the number two hospital for cancer care in the nation by U.S. News & World Report in its annual Best Hospitals listing.
MSK is proud to join with National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer centers and other organizations to launch an awareness initiative urging the nation’s physicians, parents and young adults to get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination back on track.
In the News
After 21 years of dedicated service, Elizabeth McCormick, MSN, RN, CENP, Senior Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer and Enid A. Haupt Chair, Department of Nursing, will retire from MSK at the end of 2021. During her tenure, Ms. McCormick transformed and ultimately redefined the role of nursing at MSK.
Read about how First Lady Jill Biden and Anthony Fauci visited a community vaccine clinic in New York City on June 6.
A newly approved imaging technology can identify the location of prostate cancer cells, allowing doctors to choose the best treatment.
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News Releases
With founding partner Equinox, Cycle for Survival surpasses $285 million raised since 2007; every dollar funds rare cancer research led by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Dr. Craig Thompson, Dr. Peter Bach, Dr. Ushma Neill, and Dr. William Rosa were recognized for their professional, civic, and philanthropic achievements.
MSK today announced a $20 million gift from the Ge Li & Ning Zhao Family Foundation to support lung cancer research and the development of new therapies to treat this disease.
Media Coverage
Memorial Sloan Kettering was featured in a TODAY Show segment about the benefits of receiving specialized care at a comprehensive cancer center. MSK’s Diane Reidy-Lagunes discussed what individuals need to know once they’re diagnosed and how to navigate the patient journey. An MSK patient also shared her experience.
Thursday, July 22, 2021
In an opinion piece, MSK’s Sana Raoof discusses racial disparities in cancer diagnosis and new tests that could make it easier to screen people who typically fall through the cracks of today’s health care system. Note: this article is behind a paywall.
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Editorial - The latest crisis in the lingering pandemic is a nationwide blood shortage that threatens people being treated for trauma, surgeries and cancer. MSK’s Melissa Pessin is quoted. Note: this article is behind a payway.
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
News from the Lab
The DNA breaks that occur during meiosis are necessary but dangerous. Scientists now have a better handle on how cells control the chaos.
Meet molecular biologist Agnel Sfeir, who joined SKI's Molecular Biology Program in March 2021.
The [email protected] fellowship will provide Dr. Delconte with two years of financial support for her research on natural killer cells in cancer.
MSK News
Scientists at Memorial Sloan Kettering are learning how to turn cancer’s appetite against itself.
Learn about Verdun Perry’s devotion to fund rare cancer research at MSK.
The MSK Immigrant Health & Cancer Disparities service improves people’s lives in communities that too often get overlooked and suffer disproportionately from cancer, including lack of access to care.
2020 Annual Report: Meeting the Moment
MSK researchers like physician-scientist Karuna Ganesh are using an innovative technology called organoids to unlock the mysteries of cancer metastasis.
In her new role as Chief Health Equity Officer, gynecologic cancer surgeon Carol Brown is leading a new commitment to reducing cancer disparities. Dr. Brown spoke with NBC’s Today show anchor Al Roker about raising awareness about these disparities.
Memorial Sloan Kettering staff, patients, and donors stepped up in extraordinary ways during the COVID-19 pandemic. Meet just some of these heroes.