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@bobriter.bsky.social

Breast cancer, prostate cancer, CHEK2, Autoinflammatory syndrome. Working to connect researchers and the patient community at Cornell. Backyard birder. Bob's books: https://www.bobriter.com/

124 Followers  |  138 Following  |  16 Posts  |  Joined: 12.11.2024  |  1.5936

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I spent my morning speaking with undergraduates involved in cancer research. As a cancer survivor, I have a vested interest in the next generation of cancer scientists. Based on the students I met, the future looks bright. @theaacr.bsky.social

26.04.2025 17:09 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 2    📌 0
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I’ll be the peer mentor for this GRASP Huddle on Thursday. Much of what we know about breast cancer in women also applies to men, but endocrine therapy can be different. A few spots are still available.
@graspcancer.bsky.social

graspcancer.org/events/male-...

03.03.2025 18:38 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0
In Appreciation of Community Oncologists Patient advocate and cancer survivor Bob Riter celebrates the dedication and commitment of community oncologists in a rapidly changing practice environment.

I recently wrote this when reflecting on the work of oncologists who treat all kinds of cancers and all kinds of patients. connection.asco.org/do/appreciat...

01.03.2025 13:23 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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2024 Shkreli Awards - Lown Institute A top ten list of the worst examples of profiteering and dysfunction in health care, named for the infamous "pharma bro" Martin Shkreli.

These awards highlight some of the most egregious behavior in healthcare, especially relating to business practices. lowninstitute.org/projects/202...

07.01.2025 22:34 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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I think she just wants me to mind my own business.

03.01.2025 12:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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This is such a good card that many of us should keep handy.

02.01.2025 12:23 — 👍 2    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Steffi Oesterreich talking with advocates during the Hot Topics session at @sabcs.bsky.social

13.12.2024 19:11 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Sandi Stanford at @sabcs.bsky.social She’s in the “Hall of Fame” in the world of patient advocacy.

13.12.2024 19:03 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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@vkaklamani.bsky.social talking with advocates in the “Hot Topics” session at @sabcs.bsky.social

13.12.2024 18:58 — 👍 9    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Ian Kunkler presenting on the SUPRIMO Trial at @sabcs.bsky.social

12.12.2024 15:46 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Ginny Mason receiving the Research Advocacy Champion Award from the Susan G Komen Foundation this evening.

12.12.2024 04:03 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Dr. Erika Mayer of @dfcibreastonc.bsky.social answering questions following her presentation about CDK4-6 inhibitors to patient advocates. Carrie Treadwell of @theaacr.bsky.social is moderating. @sabcs.bsky.social

11.12.2024 19:02 — 👍 8    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0
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Laura van’t Veer receiving the William L. McGuire Award at @sabcs.bsky.social

11.12.2024 17:44 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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“That’s right, officer. He hit me and then flew in that direction.”

03.12.2024 22:11 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Mourning Doves dress conservatively, abstain from alcohol, and always pause to say grace before meals.

03.12.2024 00:03 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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When you're left behind to guard the peanuts.

01.12.2024 22:49 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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