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Cure on Wheels Kicks Off 13th Annual Capitol Ride

Cyclists ride to Tallahassee to help advocate for cancer research

Moffitt’s Environmental Services Team Becomes Certified Experts

The cancer center provides educational opportunities for their frontline workers

Meet the Women Doctors Leading the Charge Against Lung Cancer at Moffitt

Physicians and researchers focus on getting more smokers screened and finding innovative ways to help them quit

Moffitt Recognizes Advanced Practice Professional of the Year

Patients and peers nominated award recipients

Nurse Honored for Empathy, Small Acts of Kindness

Radiology nurse Stephane Bourassa takes home the Pam Lowry Compassion in Action Award

Moffitt Honors Nurses During the 2022 Nurse of the Year Celebration

Five nurses take home the annual nurse of the year award

A Fulfilling Mission: Making the Season Bright for Foster Children

Moffitt team members donate presents for hundreds of children through the Foster Angels program

One Year Later, Sister’s Gift Keeps on Giving

Marlene Grenier donated her kidney to her sister after cancer treatment

Moffitt X-Ray Tech Helps Campers with Disabilities

Barry Cohen started the Pasco County PACK Camp 25 years ago

Turning Pain into Purpose

The science and stories behind how exercise can brighten cancer’s darkest days

Team Cutaneous and Moffitt Are Putting Cancer on Ice

Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation hosts Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer Tournament, raising nearly $33,000

Cleaning Hospital Sterile Spaces Requires Expertise

Moffitt’s Environmental Services team is essential in controlling the spread of infectious diseases

Highlighting the Roles of Moffitt Cancer Center Team Members

Glynis Coy, Patient Communications Specialist, says that “hearing” patients smile over the phone is the best part of working at the cancer center

Sharing a Dose of Creature Comfort

Rory the pet therapy pup brings smiles to patients at Moffitt

Offering Hope Through the Ups and Downs of Lung Cancer Journey

Susan Glowski built lasting connections with her care teams during treatment

World Lung Cancer Day Aims to Raise Awareness Around Critical Screenings

Deadly disease affects more than 200,000 Americans each year

Mentorship Program Guides Diverse Students Toward Medical Professions

For the second year, the program connects Moffitt mentors with aspiring medical students from underrepresented communities

Partnership Offers Hospital Opportunities to Those with Disabilities

MacDonald Training Center provides job training for roles at Moffitt Cancer Center

Diversity of Thought Can Come with Challenges

Moffitt employs strategies to embrace different cultures and improve communication

Dr. Anna Giuliano Named Moffitt’s Researcher of the Year

Eliminating HPV-related cancers is her passion and the reason she became a researcher

Battling Burnout

Jennifer Bickel, MD, Moffitt’s first Chief Wellness Officer, is on a wellness mission

‘We’re Making a Difference in People’s Lives’

Meet Sabi Singh, Moffitt’s executive vice president, chief operating officer and hospital president

Researcher Brings Lab Discoveries into the Community

Dr. Susan Vadaparampil focuses on scaling Moffitt’s work to benefit those in Florida and beyond

Group Donates $1.5M Worth of Medical Supplies to Ukrainian Hospitals

Medical Help Ukraine looks for tangible ways to help save lives

Infectious Disease Expert’s Biggest Challenge: Time

Meet Dr. Olga Klinkova of Internal and Hospital Medicine at Moffitt

Moffitt’s Green Committee Launches Annual Earth Day Challenge

Team members work to decrease the cancer center’s carbon footprint

Personal Melanoma Battle Inspires Oncology Nurse

For Moffitt RN, cancer journey influenced future

Mother’s Colon Cancer Diagnosis Inspires Oncology Career

Meet Dr. Vania Phuoc at Moffitt Cancer Center at Wesley Chapel

‘It’s Never Too Late to Quit’

Dr. Matthew Schabath shares his personal story of how he quit smoking for good

Unlocking Therapeutics for Tumor Suppressor Genes

Meet Dr. Elsa Flores, who oversees Basic Science at Moffitt Cancer Center

Researcher Uses Health Literacy, Culture to Improve Communications

Meet Dr. Cathy Meade in the Health Outcomes and Behavior Program

How Does Technology Fit in Health Care?

From artificial intelligence and machine learning to information technology and data, Dr. Edmondo Robinson shares the future of digital health

Here’s the Moffitt Team that Met with Dr. Jill Biden

World renowned researchers and doctors showcased their work in prevention and community engagement

Moffitt CEO Leads Beyond the Office

“Those on the front line hold all of the secrets to our success,” says Dr. Patrick Hwu

Moffitt Announces 2021 Nurse of the Year Winners

Seven nurses were honored at the eighth annual award ceremony

An Unbreakable Bond

Sara Leahey met Dr. Patrick Hwu as a pediatric cancer patient. More than a decade later, she works as a researcher in his lab.

Why I Give Back

Family becomes longtime Miles for Moffitt volunteers after father survives 9/11 and related cancer

Moffitt and USF Students Create a Solution to Ventilator Shortages

The Eucovent, designed by USF students, will allow multiple patients to breathe off one ventilator

A Letter to Team Members on Moffitt’s 35th Anniversary

On Oct 27, 1986, Moffitt Cancer Center opened its doors to our first patients

Moffitt Celebrates 35th Anniversary

Here are the top 35 milestones over the past 35 years

Moffitt Researchers Hone Precision Prevention

Jessica Islam and Tiffany Carson are working to tailor approaches that are more effective for diverse populations.

“We Are United:” Estamos Unidos Gives Voice to Moffitt’s Hispanic/Latinx Team Members

The cancer center’s newest Team Member Engagement Network unites, supports and helps others overcome barriers

Believing in the Mission

Moffitt nurse and cancer survivor honored by Tampa Bay Rays

Saluting the Incredible Work Ethic of Moffitt Cancer Center

Meet just a few of the passionate team members rallying behind our mission

The ReMissions Are Ready to Rock

Moffitt’s finest musicians team up to share their sound with Tampa Bay

Moffitt Scientist Recalls Hurricane Katrina Devastation

Mom convinced the Tulane graduate to evacuate 10 hours before landfall

Building a Stable Foundation for the Future

Single mom and cancer survivor partners with Habitat for Humanity to build home

How I Spent My Summer Vacation Learning about Cancer Research

BEST Academy youth learn basic science from Moffitt postdoctoral fellows.

‘They Look at My Freckles’

Moffitt’s annual Pediatric Melanoma Clinic returns to the McKinley Campus

Lightning Stanley Cup Win Marks Return to Normalcy

Packed arena a significant milestone in the fight against COVID-19

Moffitt Leader Pays It Forward

Jazmin Calzada credits her mentors for her success and wants to help other climb the ranks

Family Business

Dad, mom and daughter contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer

Moffitt Names Researcher of the Year

The 2020 W. Jackson Pledger Researcher of the Year is Dr. José Conejo-Garcia

Following the Science

Five of 10 researchers from MD Anderson joined Dr. Patrick Hwu at Moffitt

Focusing on New Technology to Treat Breast Cancer

Dr. Catherine Lee credits her family of doctors and Asian background for her career in medicine

Moffitt Nurse and Army Reservist Deployed to Pandemic Frontlines

COVID-19 war zone couldn’t defeat nurse Alexandra Houston

Moffitt Announces 2021 Nursing Excellence Award Winners

Seven Nurses were honored for their hard-work and dedication to patients and the cancer center.

Accepting the Spotlight

Dr. Christine Chung doesn’t like being in the spotlight but wants to show other Asian women they, too, can be leaders.

Like Mother, Like Daughters

Careers in healthcare a calling for the Rau family

A Day in the Life of a Moffitt Nurse

Meet Magen Davis, one of our nursing education specialists

Cancer Registrars – The Driving Force of Cancer Data

Telling the patient story through data

Celebrating Women’s History Month

Join us in saluting some of Moffitt Cancer Center’s most talented

Doctors’ Day: 5 Questions with Moffitt’s Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Bob Keenan provides perspective on how health care has changed in the past year

Moffitt Surgeon Recalls His Time Serving in the Vietnam Era

Dr. Lary Robinson says the experience helped shape the physician he is today

Moffitt Celebrates National Health Care Human Resources Week

Learn how our HR team members help the cancer center with its mission

Moffitt Announces 2020 Award of Excellence Winners

Award of Excellence honors Moffitt employees who exemplify the mission and vision of the cancer center

Cybersecurity ‘Guardian Angel’ Keeps Moffitt Safe

Hugh Percy serves as a symbol of opportunity for the Black community

Moffitt Receives Accreditations for Five Fellowship Programs

Celebrating the first ACGME programs owned and operated by the cancer center

World Champions and Health Care Heroes

Vaccinated frontline workers get the opportunity of a lifetime

Super Date Night

Three Moffitt couples snag tickets to Super Bowl LV

Health Care Workers Unwind on Super Bowl Sunday

Oncologist Dr. Brandon Blue looks forward to seeing the Bucs play in the big game

Capitol Ride: The Super Bowl Lite Edition

On heels of big game, Moffitt docs will join Cure on Wheels cyclists halfway

Moffitt Nurse Scores Super Bowl Surprise

Check out how ABC’s “Good Morning America” and Buccaneer Rob Gronkowski honored a vaccinated frontline health care worker

Memories of Super Bowls Past

Moffitt team members share stories and memories of previous Super Bowl experiences

The Second Toughest Ride

Moffitt patient and team member takes on 2021 Cure on Wheels Capitol Ride

'I Never Thought The Game Would Even Happen'

Moffitt doctor shares his excitement of going to the Super Bowl

Moffitt Nurse Surprised with Super Bowl Tickets

Long-time Tom Brady fan Pam Lowry is thrilled to see him play in person

Moffitt Focuses on Engaging Black Team Members

Black Empowerment Alliance at Moffitt gives employees a voice

Moffitt Patients Honor Dedicated Team Members

Patient and Family Advisory Council hosts annual Awards of Excellence

Moffitt’s Employee COVID Vaccine Clinic a Team Effort

Behind the scenes of vaccinating thousands of healthcare workers

Moffitt Announces 2020 Nurse of the Year Award Winners

Five nurses received the prestigious award

From Volunteer to Registered Nurse

Angelica Casey has been living Moffitt’s mission since age 16

When Cancer Steals Mom Too Soon

A daughter’s perspective

Moffitt Celebrates Innovation and Excellence in Pharmacy Practice

Meet the 13 pharmacists receiving top honors

Moffitt Announces its Advanced Practice Professional of the Year

More than 140 nominations were submitted by patients, caregivers and co-workers.

Moffitt Joins Blanket Tampa Bay to Help Homeless

The center’s commitment to sustainability is bringing sleeping bags to those in need

Move for What Matters – Janelle Morales

Cancer Crushers Help Raise Funds for Research

Using All the Right Words

Celebrating International Translation and Interpretation Day

Living Through the AIDS Crisis and COVID-19

“In the beginning, everyone died,” Moffitt nurse recalls.

Celebrating Survivorship and Hispanic Heritage

One cancer survivor is using her cancer journey to educate her community

Moffitt Cancer Center Names Patrick Hwu, M.D., as President and CEO

Tumor immunologist with 33 years of oncology experience begins tenure Nov. 10

5 Questions with a Left-Handed Surgeon

Moffitt’s Dr. Lary Robinson talks about life as a lefty

Finding Fatherhood

For Dr. Julian Sanchez and his husband, their first Father’s Day is especially poignant

The History of Hospital Week

How a day of hope later turned into years of celebration

Four Strangers

Moffitt nurse Pam Lowry jumped into action when she saw a horrific crash on the way to work

Father FaceTimes Daughter Down the Aisle

Nurses prove love conquers all, even in a pandemic

A Nurse’s Promise

Danielle Nasello paces her patient to the Disney World Marathon finish line.

An Interview with Dr. Susan Vadaparampil

Susan Vadaparampil, PhD, MPH, is a senior member and associate center director of Community Outreach, Engagement, & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center.

Interview with the Researcher of the Year 2019

Dr. Heather Jim received Moffitt's 2019 Researcher of the Year award

Moffitt Announces Award of Excellence Winners

The Award of Excellence honors two employees who exemplify the vision and dedication of H. Lee Moffitt, the founder of Moffitt Cancer Center.

Meet Moffitt Pet Therapy Dog Roux

Pet therapy dogs provide comfort and companionship to patients at Moffitt Cancer Center.

Moffitt a Winner of the John A. Hartford Foundation Tipping Point Challenge

Out of 1,500 organizations, Moffitt was one of 24 winners.

Black History Month Shows Glimpse of Year-Round Inclusion Efforts at Moffitt

At Moffitt Cancer Center, there is an ongoing effort focusing on diversity and inclusion among its team members.

New Moffitt Unit is Completely Dedicated to Immune Cell Therapy

The state-of-the-art ICE-T unit will give patients and their caregivers a better treatment experience

On the Road Again

With two days and 200 miles behind us, the Cure on Wheels cyclists begin day three of the journey

Why I Ride: A Rookie’s Perspective on the Capitol Ride

I’m cycling to the state Capitol – wish me luck!

DAISY and Sunflower Awards 2019

The semi-annual awards honor nurses, medical assistants and oncology techs

ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE™

The journey to IRONMAN Florida

Touched by an Angel

Moffitt community teams up to make foster kids’ Christmas wishes come true

Keeping the Spirit at the Holidays

Sean Powell, Moffitt's Director of Social Work shares how he faced the holidays after his father's passing.

Seeing Double: Twin Data Specialists at Moffitt

The duo works in Clinical Trials Research Programs at Moffitt

Where in the World Was Dr. Kendra Sweet?

The Moffitt hematologist climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for treating a chronic form of leukemia

Inspiring Young Minds

Moffitt team members take to the classroom to inspire future generations during the Great American Teach-In.

What Should Kids Know About Breast Cancer?

How to engage in healthy conversations about breast cancer with children.

A Disability Does Not Mean an Inability

Moffitt embraces National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

Six Questions with Moffitt Medical Assistant Stefany Martinez

A Colombian native, Martinez shares that her culture revolves around family, food and music.

You can take the Girl out of Colombia, but not Colombia out of the Girl

Moffitt Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Her Positivity Is Her Patients' Inspiration

Dr. Lia Perez has spent 16 years doing blood and bone marrow transplants at Moffitt.

Moffitt's Chief Nursing Officer Receives Top Honor

Jane Fusilero receives Administrative Nursing ICON Award from the Florida Nurses Association.

From Guatemala to Tampa with Love

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Moffitt nurse’s passion for people.

Remembering 9/11

Moffitt team members share memories, thoughts on eighteenth anniversary.

Meaningful Work at Moffitt

Team members share thoughts, memories of their time at the cancer center.

Moffitt Cancer Center CEO Named Physician Leader to Know

Dr. Alan List Featured on Becker’s Hospital Review’s list for fifth time.

Moffitt Duo a Breed Apart

Service dog Zara goes where her human goes — including to work at Moffitt Cancer Center.

The Hang Up on Robocalls

Moffitt’s chief information security officer offers tips on how to protect yourself.

Good Directions

Moffitt research associate Amber Beyer, and team are working on an adaptive cell therapy for women with HER2+ breast cancer.

Moffitt Named Leader in Healthcare Equality

Moffitt team member and patient Wanda Lane knows exactly why the cancer center is a 2019 LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader.

Moffitt tops Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT

Moffitt tops Computerworld's Best Places to Work in IT

Work-Life Balance, Career Development and Mission Keep Moffitt Cancer Center on Computerworld’s List of 100 Best Places to Work in IT

I Couldn’t Have Done It without You, Dad

Today, we honor fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, stepfathers, fathers-in-law, uncles, partners, husbands, brothers, friends, mentors and men who lov ...

5 Questions with Moffitt’s Speech Pathologists

Speech-language pathology is a career field that works with a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders affecting people of all ages.

Beauty Changes Lives

Swafford began trimming her father's locks after his hair began thinning due to side effects from lung cancer treatment.

Spreading Positivity from the Piano

Ancizar Bejarano-Bonilla spends work breaks serenading patients, families and colleagues

Bringing Cancer to the Canvas

When artist Ray Paul was diagnosed with sarcoma in 2011, he wanted to better understand his disease.

Not All Superheroes Wear Capes

Do you know the significance of some of the quintessential elements of the nursing wardrobe throughout time?

Nursing Isn’t a Job. It’s a Passion.

Pam Lowry wanted to be a nurse for as long as she can remember. She read all of the Cherry Ames nursing novels growing up and loved going to work with ...

Moffitt Healthy KIDZ Program Awards $24,000 in Scholarships

Twelve outstanding high school students received a Moffitt Healthy KIDZ Role Model Award scholarship!

My Mom, My Colleague

Moffitt’s Chief Nursing Officer Jane Fusilero and her son, cardio-oncologist Dr. Michael Fradley discuss the challenges and joy of working under the s ...

The Voice on the Phone

Nelson joined the Moffitt Cancer Center family four years ago and works in the phone triage unit of the Hematology Clinic.

Two Letters that Mean the World

The letters R and N may not mean a lot to the average person, but for Eliana Torres those two letters mean the world.

Back to School

The wife and mother of five is pursuing a Bachelors of Science in Nursing.

Mind and Body Against Cancer

A Moffitt psychiatrist helps patients while on her own cancer journey.

The Team of Support: Moffitt’s Supportive Care Medicine Department Collaborates to Care for the Whole Patient

Cancer can often leave patients depressed, anxious and sometimes raises existential questions and crises of faith. Helping to relieve these stressors ...

Investigational Drug Service

The Investigational Drug Services pharmacy manages the drugs needed for approximately 300 various early-phase clinical trials administered in Moffitt’ ...

This is Where I Belong

Lewis has been at Moffitt over a decade, and say's she'll retire here.

Moffitt Doctor Brings his Passion to Pakistan

He hopes to set up a robust program in his home country.

Genetic Counseling and Testing: What’s It All About?

If you or any of your relatives have had cancer, you may be wondering if the disease runs in your family.

Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day

Dozens of students joined their parents on the job for a glimpse inside life as a Moffitt team member.

Moffitt Named a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace

“It is again an honor to be recognized by the Tampa Bay Times as a best employer,” said Mariana Bugallo-Muros, vice president and chief human resource ...

Five Questions with a Cancer Registrar

In honor of National Cancer Registrars Week, we sat down with Jennie Jones, director of the Cancer Registry at Moffitt Cancer Center.

Hard Work, Education Get You Where You Want to Go

Moffitt VP & Chief HR Officer Mariana Bugallo-Muros

On Career Ladder, Sometimes a Step Back is a Move Forward

By the time she was eight years old, Cathy Grant had called London, the South American country of Guyana and Brooklyn her home.

Developing Female Leadership from Within

Yvette Tremonti has mentored many Moffitt women, advocated that qualified female candidates be sought out for open leadership roles and encouraged pol ...

Symposium Encourages Better Care for LGBTQ+ Patients

The symposium will teach its clinical care team and healthcare providers in the community best care and practices for LGBTQ+ people with cancer.

“Every discovery leads to more questions.”

Meet Moffitt researcher Dr. P.K. Epling-Burnette.

“Find your passion, patience and compassion.”

Meet Moffitt 2017 Physician of the Year Dr. Pamela Hodul.

“Work hard. Speak up. Learn how to say ‘No’ and Be Nice.”

Meet Moffitt lung cancer researcher Dr. Jhanelle Gray.

A Shot Against Cancer

Without consistent messaging, Florida HPV vaccination rates trail the nation.

Celebrating Women in Oncology

February 3 is National Women Physicians Day

Moffitt Psychiatrist Helps Patients while on Her Own Cancer Journey

Aliya Hafeez, M.D., currently splits her week between chemo, recovery and seeing patients.

DAISY and Sunflower Awards

DAISY awards are given semi-annually to an inpatient and an outpatient nurse who are nominated by patients and their caregivers.

Support of Work-Life Balance Helps Moffitt Nurse Navigate Life as a Working Mother

Sherri Smith raised her two children and earned her degree, all while working full time at Moffitt.

Regular Screenings led to Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

Moffitt team member Mike DeWitt knew of his family history but had no symptoms when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

Returning Home

Joshua Rivera, manager of Moffitt's Revenue Cycle Systems team, travels to his beloved Puerto Rico for the first time since Hurricane Maria ravaged th ...

Family Tradition

Mariana Chiappori's parents inspired her to continue the family tradition by pursuing a career in the nursing field.

Get A Head of Cancer with Free Head and Neck Screening

Get A-'Head' of Cancer with Head and Neck Screening

As Director of Breast Imaging at Moffitt, Dr. Blaise Mooney is used to spending a lot of time at the cancer center. But he never expected to walk in a ...

The Legacy of 'Mother Moffitt'

Julie Djeu, PhD, took on the title of first research scientist at the fledgling Moffitt Cancer Center back in 1986 in part because she loves a challen ...

Colorectal Cancer Is Preventable - If You Get Regular Screenings

March is colorectal cancer awareness month, so what better time to spread the word that colon cancer screening saves lives.

Your Chance to Eliminate Cancer

HPV is so common that nearly everyone - men and women - will get it at some point in their lives, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Pre ...

On the Go from Moffitt's Revenue Cycle to the Pit Lane

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! If you’re watching the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18 you may see a familiar face in Pit Lane.

The ReMissions Shine Light on Moffitt’s Mission

“We listen to each other, work together and make harmony together.”

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