Progress in Precision Medicine for GIST Patients
These new data were presented by Dr. Sebastian Bauer and Dr. Breelyn A. Wilky during the 2023 January ASCO Plenary Series from the INTRIGUE Efficacy Results of ctDNA Analysis for GIST Patients.
Caregiver of the Month – January 2023: Andrea Mantilla
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. Andrea Mantilla shares her story. #thrivingtogether
European Patient Cancer Coalition Publishes Patient Guide for Cancer Biomarkers
European Patient Cancer Coalition published Patient Guide for Cancer Biomarkers in January 2023.
GIST Advocate & Board Member Dr. mOe Anderson Shares Her Vision About Her TEDTalk Opportunity
GIST Advocate & Board Member Dr. mOe Anderson shares how she set her intentions on a vision board to give a TEDTalk and this happened for her in January 2023. #thrivingtogether
#ThrivingTogether
Our theme for this year is Thriving Together and we are going to illustrate that concept throughout the year by sharing the celebrations, triumphs, and milestones that our community is experiencing while living with GIST.
AmazonSmile Ends Feb. 20 – Other Options to Consider
The AmazonSmile program is ending February 20th and we're asking you to consider signing up to be a G.E.M donor - even $10 a month makes a significant impact!
Medical Advisory Board Member Dr. Sameer Rastogi, AIIMS Team Publish Study on SDH-deficient GIST
Medical Advisory Board Member Dr. Sameer Rastogi and the AIIMS Team Publish Study on SDH-deficient GIST titled, "Succinate dehydrogenase deficient GIST: Case series and review of literature from a tertiary care centre in India".
Executive Director Sara Rothschild Participates in Medscape CME on GIST
LRG Executive Director Sara Rothschild took part in a CME course produced by Medscape titled 'Improving Outcomes & Quality of Life in Advanced GIST: Discussing the Patient Journey and the Latest Data.'
LRG Medical Advisory Board Issues Statement on the Value of Telemedicine
The LRG Medical Advisory Board issued a statement in response to a NEJM article on telemedicine with the hope that other organizations & physicians will follow suit, advocating for treatment ease & equity.
The LRG Board of Directors Welcomes John Abrams to the Team
GIST Mentor John Abrams joins the Board of the LRG.