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AHN oncologist recognized for work

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The Society of Surgical Oncology has named Allegheny Health Network (AHN) surgical oncologist Norman Wolmark, MD, a recipient of this year’s Charles M. Balch, M.D., Distinguished Service Award for his work with the NSABP Foundation.

Wolmark is an internationally-recognized cancer surgeon and medical director of Surgery and Cancer Program Development, AHN Department of Surgery and Cancer Institute. He is also chairman of NSABP Foundation, a not-for-profit academic research organization led by AHN clinicians with a 60-year history of conducting groundbreaking research studies in breast and colorectal cancers, and chair and principal investigator of NCI-funded NRG Oncology. He received the Balch award along with Bernard Fisher, MD, former chairman of the NSABP.

“Dr. Wolmark’s groundbreaking research on the biology and treatment of breast and colorectal cancer resulted in significant, practice-changing advances for all people with cancer,” said David Parda, MD, chair of Allegheny Health Network Cancer Institute. “His collaborative work led to longer survival rates and improved quality of life for people with cancer. His research helped make possible the personalized care we now offer cancer patients, with genomic testing and targeted treatments based on their individual tumor biology. What’s more, he is also a compassionate, skilled clinician with a constant focus on improving patient care.”

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