News & Breakthroughs at Siteman
Stay informed with the latest cancer news and breakthroughs from Siteman Cancer Center. Our news feed provides timely updates on research breakthroughs, clinical trials, and community events.
In the Media
FDA approves standard-changing therapy trialed at Siteman
Immunotherapy Improves Survival of Patients with Locally Advanced Head and Neck Cancer The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new standard of care for certain locally advanced head and neck cancers — the first change in standard-of-care therapy for affected patients in more than two decades. This follows the promising results of clinical […]
In the Media, Research
Innovative immunotherapy shows promise against aggressive T cell cancers
WashU startup’s “off-the-shelf” CAR-T cell therapy evaluated in international clinical trial A new type of immunotherapy that targets aggressive blood cancers shows promising results alongside manageable side effects, according to the results of an international phase 1/2 clinical trial led by WashU Medicine researchers at Siteman Cancer Center, based at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine. […]
In the Media
The Brain Tumor Center at Siteman announces associate directors
Huang is promoted, and Chheda joins the leadership team of the multidisciplinary practice The Brain Tumor Center at Siteman Cancer Center, a multidisciplinary practice of physicians and scientists, has named two board-certified WashU Medicine faculty members as associate directors. They are: “We are proud to announce Dr. Huang’s new leadership role, which reflects his deep […]
In the Media, Research
AI-driven blood test could aid earlier detection of brain cancer
WashU Medicine physician-researchers at The Brain Tumor Center at Siteman Cancer Center have co-developed an innovative approach that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect brain cancer, potentially leading to earlier diagnoses. Siteman is based at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine. The process incorporates a noninvasive blood test and machine learning that analyzes the blood sample […]
Health & Wellness, Patient Resource, Prevention
For Your Health: Make wellness part of spring cleaning
There’s always the same 24 hours in a day, but somehow when we hit spring, it can seem like we get some extra time. With more daylight and warmer weather, the days can just feel like they’re expanding. And with that shift can come a boost in our energy and motivation to tackle lingering projects […]
In the Media
Siteman named among top U.S. cancer centers
Newsweek rankings note the strength of breast, prostate, lung and colorectal cancer and leukemia programs Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and WashU Medicine has been ranked No. 13 of cancer centers nationwide by Newsweek. The recognition — part of the news magazine’s listing of America’s Best Hospitals for Specialized Care 2025 — makes Siteman […]
In the Media, Staff/Faculty Update
Cornelius receives research achievement award
American Skin Association recognizes her work in public policy, education Lynn Cornelius, MD, the Winfred and Emma Showman Professor of Dermatology and chief of the Division of Dermatology at WashU Medicine, has been honored with the 2025 Research Achievement Award in Public Policy and Education from the American Skin Association. The award, given May 9 […]
In the Media, Patient Resource
New cancer care clinic opens in Center for Advanced Medicine
The Cancer Care Clinic at Siteman Cancer Center has moved to a larger, more easily accessible area within the Center for Advanced Medicine (CAM) on the Washington University Medical Campus. The clinic provides cancer treatments, manages side effects of cancer therapy, and provides other services for cancer patients, including evaluations, infusions and injections, and care related […]
Health & Wellness, Patient Resource, Prevention
For Your Health: Move more, live better
It’s likely no surprise to read that physical activity is good for us. In fact, it may be hard to go a full day without seeing something positive about exercise and physical activity on the news or social media. What can sometimes get lost in all that, though, is how wide-ranging the benefits of physical […]
In the Media