Baptist Health Cancer Care

05/22/2026

A major advancement in pancreatic cancer treatment: a new phase 1/2 clinical trial shows that daraxonrasib, an experimental oral targeted therapy, significantly improved survival for patients with previously treated metastatic pancreatic cancer.

Special congratulations to Dr. Kyaw Aung, medical oncologist at Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, who served as a co-author on the landmark publication. The therapy targets RAS mutations, found in more than 90% of pancreatic cancers, a long-elusive target that may mark a new era in how this disease is treated.

05/21/2026

Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men in the United States, with smoking remaining the biggest preventable risk factor. Dr. Taub shares key facts about bladder cancer and why earlier diagnosis can improve outcomes for patients.

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Creativity, connection, and community all came together during our Mosaic Welcome Center Project Patient Workshop.

Patients spent time designing colorful mosaic butterflies that will become part of a larger installation created to welcome and inspire others throughout their cancer journey 💚🦋

05/18/2026

Glioblastoma is the most common malignant brain tumor in adults and one of the most aggressive cancers doctors treat. Dr. Kotecha shares insight into the current standard of care, while research continues to move forward in hopes of improving outcomes and expanding treatment options for patients facing this diagnosis.

05/18/2026

Dr. Ripal Gandhi, interventional oncologist at Miami Cancer Institute, explains how targeted drug-delivery technology may help reduce side effects while improving precision treatment for pancreatic cancer patients.

A targeted drug-delivery system called TAMP aims to send chemotherapy near pancreatic tumors instead of through the entire body in a Phase III trial.

05/18/2026

Lynn Cancer Institute in Boca Raton treated its first patient using highly precise proton therapy. Patients can now benefit from this advanced form of radiation, supported by a multidisciplinary team of cancer experts. https://baptisthealth.net/baptist-health-news/first-patient-treated-with-proton-therapy-at-lynn-cancer-institute

05/14/2026

Some moments say it better than words can 💚🎶

This Hospital Week, we’re celebrating the incredible people across Baptist Health Cancer Care whose kindness, teamwork, and compassion make such a lasting impact every day.

05/12/2026

At 31, Lisa knew something felt off after experiencing persistent breast pain for months.

With a strong family history of breast cancer, she decided to get checked and although no lumps were found during her exam, imaging revealed DCIS, an early stage form of breast cancer often found through mammograms before symptoms appear.

What followed was a journey filled with surgeries, radiation, recovery, and learning to navigate life after diagnosis. Today, Lisa is sharing her story to remind other women to listen to their bodies and advocate for their health, no matter their age.

Read more about Lisa’s journey at the link in bio. 🩷