Past President of @UTMDAnderson, the No. 1 cancer center in the U.S., cancer surgeon, researcher, healthcare leader
Houston, TX
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Thank you to our Chief Academic Officer, @CarinHagberg, for hosting and moderating a fireside chat with our talented faculty colleagues. I appreciated the opportunity to reflect on my leadership journey and especially my time at @UTMDAnderson. #EndCancer
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The International Symposium on Global Oncology brought together colleagues to celebrate @CharlesBalchMD's remarkable career. Grateful for his leadership, mentorship and lasting contributions to surgical oncology and cancer care at @UTMDAnderson and beyond. #EndCancer
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Honored to join leaders from across the @TXMedCenter and @utsystem in celebrating @KibbeMR's investiture as president of @UTHealthHouston. Congratulations, Melina! I look forward to seeing UTHealth Houston and @UTMDAnderson continue to strengthen our partnership. #EndCancer
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Thank you to The Robert R. and Kay M. Onstead Foundation for its $10 million commitment to Kinder Children's Cancer Center. Together with @UTMDAnderson and @TexasChildrens, we are accelerating progress to #EndChildhoodCancer. #UTMDAnderson_TexasChildrens
We’re grateful for a $10 million gift from the Robert R. and Kay M. Onstead Foundation to fund capital projects for Kinder Children’s Cancer Center, a joint venture of UT MD Anderson and @TexasChildrens. #UTMDAnderson_TexasChildrens #EndChildhoodCancer spr.ly/6014BGJpHo
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This Labor Day, I want to thank @UTMDAnderson’s team members, especially those caring for patients and supporting our operations throughout the holiday weekend. Your dedication and compassion help advance our mission to #EndCancer.
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Last fiscal year, our people made progress against cancer possible – in the lab, at the bedside and behind the scenes. As we begin a new fiscal year today, thank you to every @UTMDAnderson team member. Your work changes lives and will continue to be impactful in FY27. #EndCancer
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After 30+ years, I have decided to retire from @UTMDAnderson to focus on the next chapter of my career. I move on with complete confidence in this institution's future. UT MD Anderson has never been stronger and its future never brighter. #EndCancer 1/3
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I am personally committed to ensuring a thoughtful transition. The announced interim leader, Jeff Lee, our chief physicianexecutive, is a long-time colleague and friend, and I have utmost confidence in his ability to guide UT MD Anderson forward. 2/3
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I am personally committed to ensuring a thoughtful transition. The announced interim leader, Jeff Lee, our chief physicianexecutive, is a long-time colleague and friend, and I have utmost confidence in his ability to guide UT MD Anderson forward. 2/3
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Inspired by the faculty members recognized at @UTMDAnderson's Celebration of Faculty Excellence. Their dedication to discovery, patient care, education and prevention continues to advance our mission and create new possibilities for patients. #EndCancer
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High-quality care depends on strong partnerships, like those of our @UTMDAnderson inpatient and operations medical directors. Grateful for their leadership in advancing the patient experience, as well as safety and quality efforts. #EndCancer
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Congratulations to the 2026 Andrew Sabin Family Fellows, a talented group of scientists and clinicians advancing cancer research across @UTMDAnderson. We are proud to recognize these rising leaders and grateful to the Andrew Sabin Family Foundation for its enduring commitment to accelerating breakthrough discoveries. Read more: bit.ly/4xPn8Vq #EndCancer
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What an honor for @UTMDAnderson to again be No.1 in the nation in cancer care, according to @USNews. I am thankful to every member of our community whose commitment, compassion and collaboration make this recognition possible. Together, we continue advancing our mission to #EndCancer.
UT MD Anderson is proud to be named No.1 in the nation for cancer care in @USNews’ “Best Hospitals” ranking.
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Great discoveries are driven by talented people, bold ideas and mentorship. Erez Baruch, M.D., Ph.D., is helping advance promising microbiome research at @UTMDAnderson, supported by a collaborative scientific community here in Houston. Read more: bit.ly/4pfuqi0 #EndCancer
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Providing hope to patients requires an entire ecosystem of care. Alizabeth Johnson has seen that firsthand, as a surgical technologist at @UTMDAnderson’s Northwest Houston Surgical & Specialty Care location, a caregiver to a cancer survivor and a longtime blood donor. Read more: bit.ly/44ovEhn #EndCancer
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Enjoyed spending time with friends and supporters of @UTMDAnderson in Vail Valley and discussing the future of cancer care. From immunotherapy and the microbiome to patient-centered care and pediatric oncology, the opportunities ahead are inspiring. #EndCancer
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When scientific discovery, clinical trials and philanthropy connect, possibilities for advancing cancer care emerge. Wendi and Brian Kushner’s story reflect the incredible impact this can have on patients and families at @UTMDAnderson. Read more: bit.ly/4aNbuRM #EndCancer
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