John Stoddard Cancer Center

04/16/2026

Stoddard Cancer Center is pleased to offer free skin cancer screenings on April 29 from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.!
Appointment times are limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Learn more:

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04/14/2026

Iowa continues to rank among the highest in the nation for cancer incidence, and it’s one of the few states in the country where rates are still rising.

What's behind the numbers?

In the latest episode, Dr. Andrew Nish is joined by Mary Charleton, a professor of Epidemiology and the Director and Principal Investigator at the State Health Registry of Iowa and the Iowa Cancer Registry to break down the Cancer in Iowa Report 2026 and what it means for Iowans.

Iowa continues to rank among the highest in the nation for cancer incidence, and it’s one of the few states in the country where rates are still rising. What's behind the numbers?In the latest episode, Dr. Andrew Nish is joined by Mary Charle...

04/13/2026

Alisha Henry, RN, BSN, OCN, is an inpatient nurse on Powell 3 as well as the unit based educator. Alisha provides specialized, compassionate care to those hospitalized for cancer treatment, as well as for complications and side effects along the way. In her role as unit-based educator, Alisha is dedicated to supporting her fellow nurses, ensuring clinical excellence and helping maintain the highest standards of safe, quality care for every patient.

04/10/2026

✨ Shine Your Light ✨

Each year at Rally Against Cancer, we shine our lights to honor those who have been impacted by cancer. Cancer has affected us all, but it can never take away the light we all shine from within, or the light left on this earth by those we love. 💙

Join us in shining your light at Rally Against Cancer on June 6. Your support funds programs and services that help patients on their cancer journey. Buy your tickets now: stoddardrac.org

04/09/2026

A cancer diagnosis looks different at every age, and for adolescents and young adults, the challenges can be especially unique.

If you or someone you love is navigating cancer between the ages of 15–39, you know it’s about more than treatment. It’s about school, careers, relationships, fertility and what the future holds.

At John Stoddard Cancer Center and Blank Children’s Hospital, our Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program is designed to support patients through it all - with care tailored to this stage of life.

From counseling and fertility education to nutrition support and survivorship programs, patients have access to resources that meet them where they are and help them move forward with confidence.

To learn more about the support and resources that are available talk to your care team.

04/08/2026

Fatigue, weakness, pain or limited movement due to cancer treatment can make everyday tasks harder than they should be, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Our certified oncology rehabilitation specialists at UnityPoint Health Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services – Penn Avenue help patients regain strength and get back to what matters most.

At UnityPoint Health Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services – Penn Avenue our experts provide compassionate care as your partners in health in the Des Moines area. Whatever stage of life you’re in, our goal is to make your care easier and more personal.

04/06/2026

Brad Cook, CMD, RTT, is a certified medical dosimetrist and a valued member of your trusted care team at Stoddard Cancer Center! As a medical dosimetrist, Brad works closely with radiation oncologists, medical physicists and radiation therapists. His primary responsibility is to design radiation treatment plans that deliver the prescribed dose to the tumor, while minimizing exposure to surrounding healthy tissues and organs.

04/03/2026

📣 Special Announcement: A Message from Dick Vitale!

Don't miss your chance to hear from special guest, Dick Vitale, at this year's Rally Against Cancer presented by GreenState Credit Union! 🏀 🌟 Join us Saturday, June 6 and see your favorite basketball broadcaster live as he shares about his personal cancer experience and broadcasting career.

🎟 In Vitale's words, "Get those tickets now, baby!" Buy now at stoddardrac.org.

04/02/2026

Stoddard Cancer Center has a lot of amazing events coming up in April and May! 💙 Learn more about all of the events here: http://ms.spr.ly/6183Q5juH

03/31/2026

Welcome Taylor Coleman, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C, OCN, who is now seeing patients at our Medical Oncology and Hematology Clinic! Taylor is motivated each day by the opportunity to continue learning and growing as a provider. She is deeply passionate about caring for oncology and hematology patients and values building meaningful relationships that create a safe, supportive space for questions and open communication. http://ms.spr.ly/6180QIjNk

03/31/2026

Whether it’s building a relationship of trust from the very first visit or the focus they bring to every patient’s concern, the dedication of our physicians is undeniable. They wear many coats — expert, listener and healer— but at the core of it all is a compassionate heart for people.

Today, we’re saying a huge "thank you" to our doctors for being the incredible physicians they are. Our communities are better places to live and grow because of your care. Happy Doctors' Day! 💙 https://uph.link/GratefulPatient

03/27/2026

Your Impact Matters. 💙

The difference your support makes is felt throughout our halls every day. Thanks to you, John Stoddard Cancer Center continues to meet the unique health care needs of cancer patients throughout Iowa.

Click here to see the full 2025 impact report: https://adobe.ly/4deGI6o