Colorado Blood Cancer Institute

05/25/2026

Talk about leading with heart. 💙

One of our very own CBCI RNs, Kaitlyn Fiola, recently donated cells through NMDP, helping give a patient somewhere a chance at lifesaving treatment.

Kaitlyn first joined the donor registry before coming to CBCI, and while an earlier donation opportunity fell through, she was contacted again shortly after joining our team. On March 31, she officially completed her cell donation.

How incredible is that?

Kaitlyn, we are so proud of you. What a meaningful way to begin your career at CBCI, and what a powerful reminder of the hope that donor registries can make possible.

05/21/2026

Sometimes, one phone call can change what feels possible.

Carol’s story is a powerful reminder of why access to clinical trials close to home matters — and we’re proud to help bring those options to patients here in Colorado.

Every clinical trial tells a story—and Carol’s is about perseverance, hope, and access to new options close to home.

After Waldenström macroglobulinemia progressed—and prior treatments were no longer effective—she received an unexpected phone call from Dr. Matous at Colorado Blood Cancer Institute with a new possibility: a clinical trial. She enrolled and now, more than a year later, she’s doing well—her IgM levels have dropped significantly, and she’s back to what she loves: riding and training horses, hiking with friends, and spending time with her grandsons.

Her story underscores a critical point: access matters. Through Colorado Blood Cancer Institute’s alignment with SCRI, Carol was able to pursue an emerging therapy close to home—reducing travel burden and helping her stay connected to daily life.

Read Carol’s full story: https://scri.com/patients/carol


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05/19/2026

💫 Innovative science. Brave patient. New hope. 💫

Aimee Ward was diagnosed with systemic sclerosis, a rare autoimmune disease that can cause the skin and body to tighten and harden. Through a clinical trial at Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, Aimee became one of the first patients to receive CAR T-cell therapy for this condition.

Yes-- the very same CAR T-cell therapy many people know as a treatment for blood cancer is now being studied for its efficacy in treating autoimmune disorders. And Aimee's story is a powerful reminder of what clinical trials can make possible.

We are so grateful for patients like Aimee who help medicine move forward and physicians like Richard Nash, MD, whose work continues to open new doors for care.

Check out the story on Denver7:

Aimee Ward had no symptoms until 2022. She was eventually diagnosed with systemic sclerosis, a rare and progressive autoimmune disease.

05/14/2026

Kind. Compassionate. Knowledgeable. Welcoming. Supportive.

These are the words families often use when they talk about the care they receive at Colorado Blood Cancer Institute.

For patients facing blood cancer, stem cell transplant, CAR T-cell therapy or ongoing treatment, expert care matters. But so does feeling heard, respected and cared for as a person, not just a diagnosis.

At Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, our team is honored to walk alongside patients and families with skill, compassion and care that feels personal.

Learn more: https://bloodcancerinstitute.com/

05/13/2026

For many patients with blood cancer or other serious blood disorders, finding a blood stem cell donor match can be a life-changing step toward treatment.

That match could be someone already on the registry. Or it could be someone who has not joined yet.

Colorado Blood Cancer Institute encourages eligible donors to learn more about the NMDP Registry and consider joining. A simple cheek swab could help connect you with a patient in need of a blood stem cell transplant.

The journey to care begins with a match. You could be that beginning.

Learn more: https://www.nmdp.org/

05/08/2026

Cancer can feel isolating, but support can help make the journey feel a little less lonely.

The CBCI Psychosocial Team, in partnership with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, hosts a free online support group for patients and families to connect with others who understand.

Join us Tuesday, May 26, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., for a space to share questions, concerns and encouragement. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month and also features expert guest speakers on topics like financial support, nutrition, palliative care, stress and survivorship.

Registration is required to receive login information. Register here: https://bloodcancerunited.org/event/colorado-blood-cancer-support-group-2026

05/05/2026

Sean was 41, a former airline pilot, runner, husband and entrepreneur when lingering pain led to a diagnosis he never saw coming: multiple myeloma.

After nearly five years of treatment, Sean came to Colorado Blood Cancer Institute for CAR T-cell therapy, an advanced treatment that uses a patient’s own immune cells to help fight cancer. In the video, Henning Schade, MD, explains how CAR T-cell therapy works and why it was an important option for Sean.

Today, Sean is in remission and experiencing something he had not had in years: life without chemotherapy.

For Sean and his wife, CBCI offered more than advanced treatment. It offered a team they trusted, a plan they could follow and hope for a better quality of life.

Watch Sean’s story.

CAR T–Cell Therapy is an immunotherapy that helps a person's immune system recognize and fight cancer. Hear from Sean, a patient of Colorado Blood Cancer Ins...

04/30/2026

Good nutrition can make a big difference during cancer treatment and into survivorship. That’s why CBCI has a team of registered dietitians here to help with personalized support, practical tips and nutrition plans built around your needs.

Need ideas for easy snacks, protein shakes, electrolytes or food safety during treatment? Just ask your doctor or nursing coordinator to connect you with our nutrition team. https://bloodcancerinstitute.com/service/nutrition-services

04/28/2026

Big congratulations to Dr. Peter Forsberg on having his research abstract selected for presentation at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting!

This is a meaningful accomplishment and a reflection of the important research happening at Colorado Blood Cancer Institute. The ASCO Annual Meeting, which is held in late May, is one of the leading gatherings in oncology, and being selected to present is a strong recognition of work that helps move cancer care forward.

We’re proud of physicians like Dr. Forsberg who are caring for patients today while also helping shape the future of cancer treatment through research. Best of luck in Chicago!

Learn more about Dr. Forsberg on our website: https://bloodcancerinstitute.com/physicians/profile/Dr-Peter-A-Forsberg-MD

04/22/2026

✨Research helps turn progress into possibility for patients.✨ That is why we are proud to see Colorado Blood Cancer Institute and Sarah Cannon Research Institute recognized in a recent article on marginal zone lymphoma research. Being part of this work matters because research helps connect patients to emerging therapies and helps move blood cancer care forward.

Check out the article here: https://www.openpr.com/news/4436471/marginal-zone-lymphoma-pipeline-2026-fda-updates-therapy and learn more about our clinical trials here:
https://bloodcancerinstitute.com/clinical-trials/

04/17/2026

We’re excited to share that our very own Tara Gregory, MD, and Luke Mountjoy, MD, will be presenting at BMT InfoNet’s Celebrating a Second Chance at Life Survivorship Symposium.

This free virtual event, happening May 2-7, 2026, is designed for individuals who have undergone a stem cell transplant or CAR T-cell therapy, and their care givers. Through expert-led sessions, attendees can gain practical, easy-to-understand guidance for navigating life before, during and after treatment.

It’s a meaningful opportunity for patients, survivors, care partners and healthcare professionals to learn, connect and feel supported.

Learn more and register:

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