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The Latest News From the Ivy Center
The Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow Neurological Institute strives to be a valuable resource for any brain tumor or brain cancer-related media needs. Our media relations team is happy to help answer questions and arrange interviews. The expert neurosurgeons, neuro-oncologists and scientists at the Ivy Center are available to speak on a variety of topics.
Our state-of-the-art media studio is available for audio and video interviews. We can also arrange filming opportunities at various locations around the center and labs.
To contact the media relation team, call Jennifer Keeler at 602-670-4400 or email: [email protected].
Please see below for the latest media coverage and news from the Ivy Center. To read about our inspiring patients and those behind the scenes at the Ivy Center, visit the Ivy Blog.
Nurses on the Front Lines Are Helping Patients Navigate Brain Tumor Cancer Care
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.
‘It’s Not Taking Me’: Valley Mom Fighting Glioblastoma, Doctors Fight For Better Prognoses For Patients
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.
Ivy Brain Tumor Center Opens Novel Clinical Trial to Test Direct-to-Tumor Drug Delivery Method
In an effort to discover new treatments for brain tumors, such as glioblastoma, the Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow Neurological Institute, announced the initiation of a ground-breaking Phase 0 clinical trial that tests a new experimental drug delivery method called superselective intra-arterial infusion, or SSIAI. This innovative approach can deliver highly-concentrated doses of experimental drugs directly to the tumor, potentially bypassing the blood-brain barrier and minimizing systemic side effects.
New Home For Brain Tumor Treatment
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 And Kristin Hendrickson On Navigating Patients Through Phase 0 Trials
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.
Ivy Brain Tumor Center Appoints New Chief Medical Officer
Yoshie Umemura, MD, was recently appointed as Chief Medical Officer of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center and Chief of Neuro-Oncology and the William and Joan Shapiro Chair of Neuro-Oncology at Barrow Neurological Institute. Dr. Umemura plans to build on the Ivy Center’s clinical trials program and translate those findings directly into patient care.
Glioblastoma aka GBM Podcast, Episode: Starting with Zer0
The Ivy Brain Tumor Center joins Glioblastoma Research Organization's podcast, "Glioblastoma aka GBM" to discuss the journey in finding a cure for brain cancer. Featuring Catherine Ivy, the driving force behind the quest for a cure and renowned neurosurgeon, Dr. Nader Sanai, they delve into the remarkable world of brain cancer research
The Bio Report Podcast, Episode: Using Phase 0 Trials to Bring Precision Medicine to Treating Brain Tumors
The Bio Report, Episode: Using Phase 0 Trials to Bring Precision Medicine to Treating Brain Tumors Description: In a compelling episode of The Bio Report, Dr. Nader Sanai, director of the Ivy Center, sheds light on the power of Phase 0 clinical trials in delivering personalized treatments to brain tumor patients. Learn how the Ivy Center is transforming the landscape of brain cancer research.
Ivy Brain Tumor Center Announces Interim Results of Two Clinical Trials Targeting High-Grade Glioma
The Ivy Center proudly announces our participation in the 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting for two Phase 0 clinical trials of infigratinib and niraparib in recurrent high-grade glioma and newly-diagnosed glioblastoma.
Nicole Hazen Fund For Hope & The Women’s Board of Barrow Make $400,000 Donation to the Ivy Brain Tumor Center During Brain Tumor Awareness Month
The Arizona Diamondbacks hosted an incredible game dedicated to brain tumor awareness! The Ivy Center is incredibly thankful for the generosity of the Nicole Hazen Fund for Hope, which donated $200,000 to support our research efforts. The impact of this donation was further amplified by The Women’s Board of Barrow Neurological Foundation and The Rick Oehme Foundation, who matched the contribution, resulting in a total contribution of $400,000. Additionally, the D-backs Give Back 50/50 Raffle raised over $40,000 from the fantastic support of attendees.