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“When 60% of ‘not medically necessary’ denials are reversed…we’re seeing algorithmic denial for delay’s sake.” — Anthony J. Paravati, MD, Kettering Health

The ABCDE warning signs help spot melanoma early, so counsel your patients regarding Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, and Evolving (the mole or spot changes in size, shape, or color. It may also start to bleed, itch, or crust).

“If the systems of the site are compromised and being held for ransom, there would be no way to continue that trial, and [it would likely be] impossible to participate in other trials.” — Jeff Patton, MD, OneOncology

“Patients with stage IB-IIIA or IIB disease should be considered for neoadjuvant and/or adjuvant systemic therapy based on biomarker testing for PD-L1 status, EGFR mutations, and ALK gene fusions.” — NCCN NSCLC Guidelines, Version 3, 2026

64% of surgeons felt their demanding schedules left insufficient time for personal relationships, and one-third screen positive for depression.

“As an oncologist, when patients lost their hair, my response was, ‘Don’t worry. It will grow back.’ And it will grow back. But it really sucks as you’re waiting.” – Dr. Sue Hwang