Liver cancer is the sixth most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide and third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.1,2 Hepatocellular carcinoma, or HCC, is the most common type of liver cancer, yet more than half of patients are diagnosed at advanced stages of the disease often when symptoms first begin to appear.3,4 Historically, the prognosis for advanced HCC has been poor, with only 7% of patients surviving up to five years after diagnosis.4

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But today, there is reason for optimism. Advances in research and medical innovation are signaling a shift in patient expectations, offering hope for more time for patients navigating their unresectable HCC or uHCC diagnosis. Here to explain the progress being made in the treatment landscape is Dr Shroff [shrawf] with the University of Arizona Cancer Center.

BIO:
Rachna T. Shroff, MD, MS, FASCO, is associate director of Clinical Investigations and co-leader of the Gastrointestinal Clinical Research Team at the University of Arizona Cancer Center (UACC). She also is a professor with tenure in the Department of Medicine, Chief of the Division of Hematology and Oncology, and Medical Director for the Oncology Service Line. Dr. Shroff also served as Associate Dean for Clinical and Translational Research for the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson; 2021 – 2024. She came to UACC from MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, where she was on faculty from 2010-18 after completing her medical oncology fellowship there.
Research Interests
Dr. Shroff is a clinical and translational investigator focused on developing novel therapies for pancreatic and hepatobiliary cancers. She holds multiple positions nationally due to her expertise in these areas, including serving as the Hepatobiliary Subcommittee co-chair for the Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG) and as Chair for GI ASCO 2025, a meeting sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Oncology focused on gastrointestinal cancers. Most recently, she was elected to serve on the ASCO Nominating Committee. She also is a member of the Scientific and Medical Advisory Board for the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation.

Dr. Shroff has led numerous clinical trials focusing on pancreaticobiliary tumors and is the national PI for SWOG 1815 which investigated a triplet chemotherapy regimen as a potential new standard of care for biliary cancers. This is based on a phase 2 study she led that is now published in JAMA Oncology. Dr. Shroff has been invited to speak at national and international meetings on topics related to targeted therapies for pancreatic and biliary cancers and has numerous peer-reviewed publications in this area.

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NEW YORK, NY (January 10, 2014) – With a vision of healthy people on a healthy planet, the Holistic Chamber of Commerce (HCC) is weaving together an international movement promoting holistic, natural  and sustainable products, services and solutions.  To that end, the HCC is pleased to announce that holistic leaders in Manhattan NY have started a local chapter and have partnered with www.goodnewsplanet.com, Health and Wellness Channel, as well as www.peacedayparty.org .

“Manhattan is the perfect place for the Holistic Chamber of Commerce. We have a large population here and a community that really values those products and services. It’s time for us to come together and show the standard of integrity and professionalism we bring to the work we do. I see association with the international organization as a natural partnership for our vibrant and growing holistic business community. We are in the service business, yet we are still hidden. That marketing aspect is where I really see a need for support. The HCC offers that.” Along with International Speaker, Author, Business Coaching experience, Advice columnist of the Oh Orly! Column Orly Amor, President of the HCC in Manhattan, brings a clear vision of her own to this local chapter.

As a group associated with the international organization , the Holistic Chamber of Commerce – Manhattan will promote and support local holistic and sustainable practitioners, professionals, and business owners.  Meetings are currently on the Third Wednesday of Every Month. Our Launch Party Grand Opening being on Wednesday, January 22^nd, 2014 at PRANNA Restaurant, 79 Madison Avenue, NY 10016 between 6:30 and 9:30 PM.

Our online presence is already established at http://www.HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com/Manhattan.

The HCC is an international organization which serves as a bridge bringing consumers together with holistic and eco-friendly options. Now with over 1,000 Professional Members throughout North America, consumers have easier access to high quality health, lifestyle and business products, services and solutions.  All members of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce are reference-checked prior to being represented in the online Member Directory at www.HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com.

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Membership in the Holistic Chamber of Commerce is $120 annually, with an additional one-time processing fee of $35.  All potential professional members must submit references before being accepted for membership.

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Contact:  The Holistic Chamber of Commerce – Manhattan Chapter

Orly Amor, Chapter President

Phone 917-515-6803

Manhattan@HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com

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