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DHMC among first in U.S. to use innovative technology for lung cancer diagnosis
Used to view the inside of the lungs and obtain a tissue sample for biopsy, the goal of this technology is to enable earlier and more-accurate diagnosis of small and hard-to-reach nodules in the periphery of the lung.

New study examining women’s breast density knowledge suggests opportunities for improvement
A Dartmouth Cancer Center and Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium study highlights a need for more effective breast density notification and for tools to engage women in understanding their personal breast cancer risks and screening options.

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health becomes Dartmouth Health
Leading academic health system positions for the future with new name, new logo to emphasize integration across its network

This Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Learn About the Best Prevention, Screening Methods from D-H Experts
“The Importance of Screening for Colorectal Cancer” will be held on Tuesday, March 22

Registration Now Open for the 41st Annual Prouty
The Prouty is back and in-person on July 8-9, 2022.

Dartmouth, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health Launch Major Cancer Research Institute
Landmark $25 million lead gift for $50 million campaign.

Linda T. Vahdat, MD, Named Deputy Cancer Center Director, Section Chief of Medical Oncology and Interim Chief of Hematology at Norris Cotton Cancer Center
In her role as Deputy Director, Dr. Vahdat will bring extensive experience as a practicing clinical researcher and academic medical oncologist to the NCCC leadership team.

NCCC Researcher Elected to National Academy of Inventors
Translational Engineering in Cancer researcher Brian W. Pogue, PhD, has been named as a 2021 fellow of the National Academy of Inventors for his work in biomedical imaging.

D-H Research Team Approved for $32.7 Million for Study on Colorectal Cancer Screening in Older Adults
A research team led by Audrey H. Calderwood, MD, MS has been approved for a $32.7 million funding award by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute for a large study on colonoscopy vs. stool-based testing for older adults.