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impactCancer Summer 2011

In this inaugural issue, you’ll learn about some of the incredible cancer research, care and facilities that are possible because of our philanthropic champions, community partners, grateful patients, fundraising events and more.

impactCancer Summer 2011

    Welcome

    ImpactCancer is our new quarterly publication that celebrates the remarkable generosity, hard work and dedication of our donors and friends. 

    In this inaugural issue, you’ll learn about some of the incredible cancer research, care and facilities that are possible because of our philanthropic champions, community partners, grateful patients, fundraising events and more. You’ll also read about the transformative gift made by Les and Abigail Wexner, a gift that will surely make it possible for the world to one day say, “But for Ohio State, we never would have cured cancer.” Thank you for your continued support for helping us create a cancer-free world.

    Michael A. Caligiuri, MD
    CEO, James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute
    Director, OSU Comprehensive Cancer Center

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    JamesCare Comprehensive Breast Center

    The fight against breast cancer took a major leap forward mid-January when the JamesCare Comprehensive Breast Center opened its doors at 1145 Olentangy River Road and welcomed patients seeking the most inclusive approach to diagnosing and treating breast cancer.

    Creating an Oasis

    With her $2 million pledge to fund the Phyllis A. Jones Legacy Park in front of the new OSUCCC – James, Phyllis Jones is making good on a promise she made to her late husband, Clayton K. Jones.

    Pelotonia

    During its first two years, Pelotonia has raised more than $12.3 million for cancer research at the OSUCCC – James, with $1 million of the proceeds earmarked for fellowship grants for undergraduate, graduate and postdoctoral students.

    Home for Hope

    When Charles Ruma, president of Virginia Homes in Powell, Ohio, was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2006 at the age of 36, he was introduced to a world he never wanted to know.

    In Your Honor

    Jodi and Stan Ross wanted to do something to honor William Farrar, MD, who has treated two of their family members.