Media Mentions

Dr. Yoshie Umemura, Chief Medical Officer at the Ivy Center, was highlighted in an episode of the Arizona Physician Podcast. During the discussion, Dr. Umemura shared insights into her motivation for pursuing a career in neuro-oncology, her reasons for joining the Ivy Center, and her strategic plans to advance the clinical trials program. Her efforts focus on pioneering new treatments for brain cancer, including glioblastoma, through innovative research and patient care.

The Head for the Cure Foundation and the Ivy Center joined forces to talk about the impact the Head for the Cure 5K makes in the brain tumor community. Dr. Shwetal Mehta, deputy director of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and Matt Anthony, Head for the Cure’s founder, talked about how funds raised at the walk/run go toward cutting-edge research at the Ivy Center.

The Ivy Center was featured on an episode of "Arizona & Me," a program that showcases local organizations making significant impacts in the community. During the episode, Ivy Center Director Dr. Nader Sanai discussed the origins of the Ivy Center and its dedicated mission to find a cure for the most aggressive brain tumors. Nurse Navigator Jacki Garcia detailed the patient experience, from diagnosis through treatment and every step of their journey.

August 25th marked five years since our nation lost Senator John McCain to a deadly glioblastoma brain tumor. The Ivy Brain Tumor Center honors Senator McCain and all those affected by this devastating disease by remaining committed to our mission to find a cure for patients with brain tumors. Andy McCain, son of John McCain and avid supporter of the Ivy Center, appeared on 12News to talk about his father and how the family remembers him.

Discover five years of transformative progress against glioblastoma through ABC15's illuminating coverage of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center. They delve into innovative treatments, patient stories like Heather Knies', and the visionary leadership of Director Dr. Nadar Sanai. Read the full coverage here.

OncLive On Air has a discussion with Dr. Nader Sanai, director of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center. Delve into intricate insights about meningiomas, including prevalence, malignant grading, common symptoms, and innovative treatment modalities for high-grade cases.

Oncology Nursing News highlights Jacki Garcia, RN, BSN, CNRN, and Kristen Hendrickson, BA, RN, and their roles within Phase 0 trials and impact on personalized treatments for brain tumor patients. Join them as they explore the invaluable work of the Ivy Center, providing hope and potential treatment options to those in need.

In honor of Glioblastoma Awareness Day, Ivy Center patient, Jenn Ortiz, joins 12 News with Dr. Shwetal Mehta to discuss the importance of raising awareness and funds for this devastating disease.

The Ivy Brain Tumor Center, a research center dedicated solely to the discovery of a cure for brain tumors, will open the doors to its new headquarters later this year. North Central News covers the construction progress and shares more about the new building.

Jacki Garcia, RN, BSN, CNRN, and Kristin Hendrickson, BA, RN, shed light on Phase 0 trials and their impact on personalized treatments for brain tumor patients. Join them as they explore the invaluable work of the Ivy Center, providing hope and potential new treatment options to those in need.