City of Hope Phoenix

10/16/2025

Dr. Raquel Prati has been a vital part of City of Hope Phoenix since 2017, offering advanced breast surgery options including lumpectomies and mastectomies. She’s known for her expertise in skin- and nipple-sparing techniques, allowing for immediate reconstruction and better outcomes for her patients.

Originally from Brazil, Dr. Prati completed her medical training at Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul and pursued further specialization in breast surgery at UCLA. She works closely with a team of breast cancer specialists to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

✅ Board Certified in Breast Surgery
✅ Member of the Society of Surgical Oncology ASCO, and the American Society of Breast Surgeons

We’re proud to have Dr. Prati on our team.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Kt4uPC

10/13/2025

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re highlighting Mazen Khattab, M.D., C.P.E., a medical oncologist and hematologist at City of Hope Phoenix.

Dr. Khattab brings specialized expertise in:
✅ Breast cancer
✅ Lung cancer
✅ Gastrointestinal malignancies
✅ Hematologic conditions

He is triple board-certified and committed to delivering leading-edge, compassionate care guided by the latest NCCN protocols and clinical research.

📍 Located in North Phoenix
🎓 Medical degree from University of Damascus
🏥 Residency at Northeast Ohio Medical University
🔬 Fellowship at Allegheny Health Network
🏅 Named a Phoenix Magazine “Top Doc” in Hematology & Oncology (2023–2024)

Dr. Khattab also serves as a physician advisor to industry partners, helping shape clinical trials and innovations in oncology care.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/46ZmObL

10/09/2025

In May 2023, Brittany Barden started a new chapter at City of Hope Phoenix balancing a demanding career and life as a single mom. Just weeks in, she discovered a lump under her arm — on her son’s birthday. Within days of the discovery, she was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer.

With no family nearby, Brittany faced surgery, radiation, and medical menopause, all while caring for her son, Beau. Her parents flew in to help, and her friend Megan moved back to Arizona to support her — eventually becoming her wife and creating a new family.

City of Hope provided medical care, as well as emotional and mental health support. Brittany’s journey is a testament to resilience, community, and the importance of early detection.

Her story reminds us: cancer doesn’t discriminate by age, and support makes all the difference.

10/09/2025

This October, we’re spotlighting Linda Ling-Ying Liu, M.D., a board-certified breast cancer surgeon at City of Hope Care Center Scottsdale and City of Hope Phoenix.

Dr. Liu brings more than two decades of experience and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to breast cancer care. She’s committed to ensuring patients receive innovative treatment and compassionate support — with exceptional aesthetic results.

📍 Serving patients in Scottsdale and Phoenix
🎓 Princeton alumna; AOA honors graduate of Albert Einstein College of Medicine
🏥 Completed general surgery residency at University of Michigan Hospitals
🏅 Named a “Top Doc” in Arizona for over 10 years by Phoenix Magazine
📚 Published author and community educator on breast cancer screening and care

Learn more: https://bit.ly/487FMOK

10/05/2025

We’re proud to spotlight Cynthia Lynch, M.D., a leading medical oncologist at City of Hope Phoenix. Since joining in 2015, Dr. Lynch has focused exclusively on breast cancer, working within our Women’s Cancer Center to provide expert, multidisciplinary care.

Her career includes leadership in numerous clinical trials, especially those targeting advanced breast cancer treatments. With board certification in medical oncology and multiple recognitions as one of Castle Connolly Top Doctors, Dr. Lynch brings both excellence and compassion to every patient she treats.

More: https://bit.ly/4ntXRv7

10/04/2025

Meet Christopher Chen, M.D., M.B.A., a medical oncologist and hematologist at City of Hope Phoenix.

Dr. Chen treats patients with a wide range of cancers and blood disorders, with a special focus on:
✅ Breast cancer
✅ Lung cancer
✅ Hematologic malignancies
✅ Benign hematology disorders

He serves as Medical Director of Community Practices and sees patients at our Gilbert Outpatient Care Center, with access to hospital services in Goodyear.

Dr. Chen earned his M.D. and M.B.A. from SUNY Buffalo, completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Arizona and is triple board-certified in hematology, medical oncology, and internal medicine.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/42fy1lX

10/03/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and our City of Hope Phoenix/TGen team is proud to kick off the month with a powerful pink coat ceremony.

Throughout October, our breast cancer experts will wear pink lab coats as a symbol of our commitment to early detection, personalized care and groundbreaking research — especially for the growing number of younger women facing breast cancer.

We’re here for every patient and survivor in Phoenix — turning pink into a symbol of hope, strength and action.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/46vjOnr

10/01/2025

Just 1 month to go until we walk together to end cancer for all.

Join the movement that brings together survivors, families, friends, and supporters — united by one goal: funding life-saving cancer research at City of Hope Phoenix and TGen.

Let’s make every step count. There’s still time to register and fundraise.

👉 Sign up today and be part of something bigger: https://bit.ly/3UGZZnt

09/26/2025

Meet Alan H. Bryce, M.D., interim president and chief clinical officer at City of Hope Phoenix.

Dr. Bryce brings more than expertise to our community — he brings heart. With a lifelong commitment to curing cancer and a deep belief in the power of personalized care, he’s helping transform how we treat prostate and testicular cancers.

From leading research in cancer genomics to expanding access to advanced therapies across Arizona, Dr. Bryce is guiding our mission to deliver compassionate, cutting-edge care to every patient who walks through our doors.

Based in Goodyear, he’s proud to serve patients across the Valley. At City of Hope Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves hope.

09/25/2025

City of Hope Phoenix and TGen were proud to join forces with Matriarch Mixer for last week’s September Indigenous Wellness Summit, a vibrant gathering rooted in community, culture, and healing.

Together, we listened, learned, and uplifted voices that spoke to the importance of prioritizing:

-Personal and community health
-Understanding family history and genetic makeup
-Seeking care from providers who honor and respect cultural identity

💬 “Indigenous Business and Professionals are a core of our work. We want to create a space that provides our women and matriarchs with a space that fosters sisterhood, relationships and community. As a result, it re-energizes us all to continue to do the work and know we are not alone in this journey” — Melody Lewis, Matriarch Mixer Founder

📸 Photo credit: Roshan Spottsville

09/24/2025

Meet David Luyimbazi, M.D., a dedicated surgical oncologist at City of Hope Phoenix who treats complex cancers of the liver, pancreas, skin, and abdominal cavity. He offers a range of options, including minimally invasive techniques and HIPEC therapy, always with a focus on what matters most to each patient.

He’s known for his thoughtful, collaborative approach to care.

“The fundamental role of an oncologist is to shepherd each patient through the process of diagnosis, then to the right treatment and, finally, an acceptable outcome. This pathway often ends up being unique to the patient and their values.”

Outside of work, Dr. Luyimbazi enjoys running half marathons, solving puzzles, and playing chess. 👟 ♟️

We’re proud to have him caring for patients in Phoenix.

09/19/2025

🌐 Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping cancer care, and it’s happening right here at City of Hope Phoenix.

Toufic Kachaamy, M.D., interventional gastroenterologist and chief of medicine at City of Hope Phoenix, uses GI Genius® during colonoscopies to help identify areas that may need a closer look, drawing on insights from thousands of past procedures. But AI’s impact goes far beyond detection — it’s helping doctors tailor treatments, predict outcomes, and even accelerate research.

Learn how this technology is enhancing the human touch in cancer care.

Artificial intelligence may have the ability to transform cancer care. Learn about AI and cancer treatment, detection and research, and what the future may hold.