City of Hope has been a part of Natasha Shows’ life for almost as long as she can remember. Her mom, Bella Adeimy, spent nearly 36 years as a nurse...

“Cancer” is a very heavy word. For people who hear this word from their doctor, it can bring up a range of emotions, from anxiety to anger. Everyone recognizes the...

The compassion Wang demonstrates is a vital element of nursing excellence at City of Hope, her colleagues say. Patients coming to the cancer center for treatment are often experiencing...

It started in 1998. Marjo Woodhull was in her mid-40s when her doctor felt something unusual during a routine Pap smear. A follow-up ultrasound identified a growth in her abdomen...

Melisa Valenzuela has always been a competitor. Growing up in East Los Angeles, she sought out the toughest challenges. “Especially basketball,” she said, recalling her school days. Playing with other...

Jung Soo Lee takes pride in what she’s accomplished on her own.  Born in Seoul, South Korea, Lee speaks perfect, unaccented English — she spent a few years of her...

But without warning, Bedolla fell ill. A trip to the hospital was the start of a year-long journey that led to him being diagnosed with a rare type of...

Patients rave about anesthesiologist and pain management specialist Andrew T. Leitner, M.D., saying he takes the time to listen and explain “the whys and how of everything.” They call...

Misagh Karimi, M.D. As a medical oncologist who treats men daily, I’m committed to helping men be proactive and make their health a priority. This includes speaking with men and their families about...

There are millions of cancer survivors, including many in your community and some you may even know. Since 1991, overall cancer mortality has dropped by 33 percent. And thanks to...