Kidney Cancer Program Videos
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Dallas Mayor Rawlings: Hope for kidney cancer patients
UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program, one of two programs recognized by the National Cancer Institute for research excellence, strives to find a cure.
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Advances in Sarcomatoid RCC
At the ASCO 2019 annual meeting, Dr. Brugarolas discusses sarcomatoid renal cell carcinoma, the current challenges, and the advances that are defining a new treatment paradigm.
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We Journey Together
The collaborative, ground-breaking work of UT Southwestern investigators and multidisciplinary clinical teams is fueling breakthroughs in kidney cancer. Donor support plays a pivotal role in funding promising research that is leading to effective treatments and cures.
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Kidney Cancer Program: Striving For Excellence
Dr. James Brugarolas, M.D., Ph.D., presents an overview of the Kidney Cancer Program at UT Southwestern's Internal Medicine Grand Rounds on March 8, 2019.
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Why volunteers raise funds for UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program
Volunteers and Patient Advocates at the UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program have made it their personal mission to raise private funds for kidney cancer research.
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2017 Kidney Cancer Program Annual Event hosted hundreds
This year's annual event had over 200 guests and faculty in attendance. Guest speakers included the Director of Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, Dr. Carlos Arteaga and one of UTSW's Nobel Laureates, Dr. Bruce Beutler.
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Transforming immunotherapy with Nobel prize-winning research
How fundamental research and clinical trials at UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program are transforming patient lives.
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Seven minute whole-body MRI finds more bone metastases
UT Southwestern radiologists and Kidney Cancer Program members develop new MRI that finds previously undetected bone metastases in cancer patients. See Joe Bird tell his story.
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Stage IV kidney cancer patient finds hope at UT Southwestern after aggressive diagnosis
After being given a grim diagnosis of stage IV metastatic kidney cancer in early 2017, Robert Tokarczyk came to the UTSW Kidney Cancer Program where he found hope. Investigators at UTSW are continuing to develop clinical trials to help patients like Robert fight this disease.
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Despite the odds, Stage IV kidney cancer patient is now cancer free
After being given the diagnosis of stage IV kidney cancer in early 2013, Kevin Patterson was told he had a 10 percent chance of making it to a year. Now, five years later, Kevin is in remission.
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State-of-the-art MRI technology bypasses need for biopsy
Using an algorithm and a state-of-the-art MRI technology, investigators at UT Southwestern have a four in five chance of identifying clear cell histology and accurately diagnosing small stage 1 kidney tumors.
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Australian native travels 9,000 miles to UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program
After being diagnosed with metastatic kidney cancer at the beginning of 2018, Darren Nolan went on a global search to find the best options.
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CrossFitter tackles stage IV kidney cancer
CrossFitter Valerie Smith discusses her experience in a clinical trial combining immunotherapy (interleukin-2) and radiation to combat stage IV kidney cancer.
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Stage IV kidney cancer patient sees success with RADVAX trial
After living with stage IV ccRCC for the past three years, Larry Carlson shares his journey on a new immunotherapy clinical trial.
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Tee Off Fore Kidney Cancer
Drawing more than 100 golfers, patients, advocates, and friends, the first annual Kidney Cancer Coalition (KCC) Tee Off Fore Kidney Cancer golf tournament took place at the Cowboys Golf Club on November 17, 2017. The event raised over $27,000 to support the UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program.
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Stage IV kidney cancer patient miraculously comes back from hospice
After receiving two doses of an immunotherapy agent and stereotactic radiation, 73-year-old Harold Wellbaum saw remarkable improvements in his cancer and his strength. The concept is now being explored in a clinical trial at UT Southwestern.
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Kidney cancer patient’s battle guides researchers
Researchers unlock mystery of aggressive kidney cancer.
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Single father faces new reality after stage IV kidney cancer diagnosis
53-year-old Michael Stekoll describes his struggles with cancer while raising his two young daughters.
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Retired police officer shares his journey with stage IV kidney cancer
How skilled surgery, expert radiation, and a great team kept Stoney Burks from losing his ability to walk.
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iSAbR: Enhancing immunotherapy with stereotactic radiation
Boosting the immune system’s attack on kidney cancer with radiotherapy.
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State-of-the-art surgery for kidney cancer
Urological surgeons at UTSW Kidney Cancer Program, one of only two programs recognized by the NCI with a Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) award, discuss advanced surgery options for kidney cancer.
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Definitive radiation treatment for kidney cancer and metastases
UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program pioneers new stereotactic radiation approaches for kidney cancer metastases and tumor thrombus.
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Safely delaying surgery for kidney cancer
How doctors in the UT Southwestern Kidney Cancer Program are helping patients live safely without surgery.
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Being proactive with clinical trials
How a clinical trial and cutting-edge research helped Richard survive stage IV kidney cancer.
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Engaging the immune system
An innovative clinical trial using radiation to enhance the efficacy of immunotherapy.
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Lung cancer diagnosis while being treated for kidney cancer
Mel describes his diagnosis of lung cancer while being treated for kidney cancer. Lung cancer is often missed and may be found in as many as 6 percent of patients with kidney cancer.
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President's Research Council presentation
James Brugarolas, M.D., Ph.D., discusses the Kidney Cancer Research Program with UT Southwestern's President’s Research Council.
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Not alone – fighting cancer with my team
Dealing with kidney cancer takes a team of experts. According to educator Sam Swierc, being referred to UT Southwestern was "the best thing that ever happened in my life."
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Closer to a cure for kidney cancer
UT Southwestern Simmons Cancer Center partners with The V Foundation in the kidney cancer research program.
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How immunotherapy saved my life
Jean shares her experience of learning that her kidney cancer can be treated.
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How I learned to live with kidney cancer in both kidneys
Patient Tony Towler talks about his experience undertaking drug treatment for kidney cancer to avoid surgery and dialysis.
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How I found out I had kidney cancer and my experience with partial nephrectomy
Roy's story of how he accidentally found out he had kidney cancer, and how he is cancer-free after partial nephrectomy.
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All-clear after minimally invasive ablation of my kidney cancer
Mike's experience with radiofrequency ablation for recurrent kidney cancer.
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How meeting other patients with stage IV kidney cancer transformed my journey
Patient advocate Tony Towler and Merlinda discuss an encounter through their cancer journey and volunteer program.
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KCP Inaugural Event 2013
Kidney Cancer Program inaugural event
Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings introduces a comprehensive program for kidney cancer patients at UT Southwestern Harold C. Simmons Cancer Center. – December 8, 2013.
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