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💡 At Baptist Health, advancing medicine starts with groundbreaking research led by some of the most prolific physician-scientists in neuroscience and oncology. Meet the “brains behind the brain” — three leaders making a global impact through innovation and collaboration. Together, Drs. Manmeet Ahluwalia, Michael McDermott, and Minesh Mehta exemplify the power of research to transform lives — from publishing groundbreaking studies to delivering advanced care to patients worldwide. 🧠 💥 🍍 Learn more about their extraordinary work and how Baptist Health is driving innovation in #neuroscience and #neurooncology 🔗 https://bapth.lt/BBTB Minesh Mehta Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD, MBA, FASCO Michael McDermott

The Miami Brain Symposium brought together leading experts to explore innovative approaches for managing primary and metastatic central nervous system tumors. From navigating complex cases to discussing newer treatment strategies, this year's event highlighted both the current standards of care and promising future directions in neuroscience. We are incredibly grateful to our expert speakers and panelists for sharing their knowledge and the engaged attendees for their thoughtful discussions, reinforcing the importance of collaboration in advancing patient care. Together, we’re shaping the future of neurooncology and enhancing care for our patients. Here's to continued innovation and progress in the field! Yazmin Odia Minesh Mehta Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD, MBA, FASCO Sani Kizilbash Stephen Bagley Pablo Recinos Christina Jackson

👏 Marcus Neuroscience Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital is proud to be one of the first two institutions in Florida to earn Advanced Certification in Spine Surgery (ACSS) from The Joint Commission! 🏆 This Gold Seal of Approval® reflects our unwavering commitment to providing safe, coordinated, and evidence-based care for spine surgery patients—from consultation to recovery. Thank you to our dedicated team for achieving this milestone and setting a new standard for excellence in spine care. Congratulations! ➡️ Learn more about this recognition and what it means for our patients: https://lnkd.in/eJeDkjVN Lincoln Mendez

Growing up in Indiana, Jean Putnam had other ideas about what she wanted to be when she grew up, but she found her true calling in becoming a nurse. Now, as Chief Nurse Executive at Baptist Health, nursing is more than a career for her, it’s a way to make a lasting impact. Whether caring for patients or mentoring the next generation of nurses, she finds purpose in making a difference. Discover her inspiring journey, passions, family and role at Baptist Health. #MeetTheChief #ChiefNursingOfficer Jean Putnam

We look forward to starting 2025 with another informative Precision Oncology Symposium led by Manmeet Ahluwalia, MD, MBA, FASCO. Sign up here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eFUkhtmV Register today to take advantage of the discounted registration rates by Friday, January 3!

Dr. William Holubek has been featured in Health Leaders for his recent appointment as Chief Medical Officer at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. The article highlights his vision for driving innovation and advancing patient care within the hospital. Check out the full story here:

A patient who was referred to us from another state with a highly complex unresectable pancreatic cancer reached out today by email to share incredible news: she just had another negative PET scan, normal tumor markers, and is living a normal life more than 2 years after we treated her with ablative radiation therapy at Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute. 🙌     She wrote: "This is the best news possible before Christmas. You continue to give me the best gift ever…life. I am forever grateful! Miss seeing you and your team."   This is why we do what we do. Grateful to make a difference. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season!   #PancreaticCancer #CancerCare #Gratitude #Hope #Healing

Is it #ADHD or just a busy mind? 🤔 Dr. Rachel Rohaidy M.D. a double board-certified neuropsychiatrist from Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, discusses the signs, challenges, and life hacks for managing ADHD — especially for adults. 🧠✨🍍 Don’t miss this insightful Baptist HealthTalk episode — Watch now https://bapth.lt/ADHD

🍍 Dr. Minesh Mehta: A Lifetime Leader in Brain Metastasis Research 🌟 From humble beginnings in a remote Ugandan village to becoming one of the most prolific and cited authors in brain metastasis research, Minesh Mehta, M.D., deputy director, chief of radiation oncology at Miami Cancer Institute and John and Mary Lou Dasburg Endowed Chair in Radiation Oncology is transforming care for some of the most complex cancer cases. Dr. Mehta’s groundbreaking work includes: 🔬 Advancing #protontherapy to improve precision and reduce side effects. 🧠 Leading international studies like the METIS trial, which doubled time to intracranial progression for #NSCLC patients. 🧪 Pioneering the ADORATION trial, combining Azeliragon and stereotactic radiosurgery to combat metastatic brain cancer. 💡Learn more about Dr. Mehta’s remarkable contributions and his journey to advancing brain cancer treatments 👉 https://bapth.lt/BMMehta #BrainMetastasis #BrainCancer #RadOnc

The future of radiation oncology for pancreatic cancer is here. 🎙️ Tune in to the latest Doc-to-Doc podcast featuring Dr. Adeel Kaiser and Dr. Kathryn Mittauer, PhD, DABR from Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute as they discuss how ablative radiation therapy using the 0.35 Tesla MR-Linac is transforming outcomes for patients with locally advanced pancreatic cancer. Discover how innovation in MR-guided SBRT is improving survival rates while minimizing toxicity. Watch here 🔗 https://bapth.lt/PCMRLinac #RadiationOncology #PancreaticCancer #MedicalInnovation #CancerCare