Learn how surgical oncology has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic and how programs are adapting to fluctuations in staff availability and patient volume.
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On this mini-podcast, learn how surgical oncology has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic and how programs are adapting to fluctuations in staff availability and patient volume.
Guest: Lawrence Wagman, MD, Surgical Oncologist, City of Hope Medical Center; Regional Medical Director, City of Hope, Inland Empire Program
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This mini-podcast is supported by educational grants from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, Merck & Co., Inc., and Pfizer Inc.
The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author(s)/faculty member(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of their employer(s) or the Association of Cancer Care Centers.
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