Ivy Blog
Staff Spotlight: Terra Ybarra
- July 15, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in #IvyTeam
Following in the footsteps of her mother, Terra knew she wanted to become a nurse and help people. As a research nurse clinician at the Ivy Center, she does just that as the contact point for the patient throughout their journey walking them through every step of the way. For Terra, who lost her brother-in-law at the young age of 35 to glioblastoma, the fight against this disease is personal. Learn more about Terra here.
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The Brain Tumor Community’s Unique Perspective During COVID-19
- May 20, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in Patient Support
While the world is facing a global pandemic and adjusting to the new normal, brain cancer patients are going through...
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Immune-Boosting Foods For Brain Tumor Patients
- May 16, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in Patient Support
Now more than ever, staying healthy at home is a top priority for everyone and even more so for patients with malignant brain tumors . One way to stay healthy is to show our bodies love and nourishment with healthy, grounding foods that can help support immune function.
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8 Apps For Your Mental and Physical Health
- April 27, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in Patient Support
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has collectively had to shift our focus inward, both literally and...
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Staff Spotlight: Matthew Elijah Dufault
- April 23, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in #IvyTeam
As a research technician in our preclinical lab, Matthew Dufault dedicates his time to finding a cure for brain cancer. His passion for neurology developed nearly ten years ago when he was treated at Barrow Neurological Institute for an arteriovenous malformation. Today, Matthew shares how his personal connection inspires him each and everyday.
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Brain Tumor Research
- April 6, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in Glioblastoma
Discover how COVID-19 has affected brain tumor research in this article from Ivy Brain Tumor Center. Learn about the challenges and potential solutions.
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Celebrating the Women Making an Impact in Science and Brain Tumor Research
- March 5, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in Events
Celebrating Women in Science: Meet the women of the Ivy Brain Tumor Center who are leading the way in brain tumor research and treatment.
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Staff Spotlight: Amy Hong
- February 18, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in #IvyTeam
As a data management specialist, Amy plays a critical role in managing all the information that is collected throughout the duration of the clinical study. This includes data captured from patients at study visits and results from the Ivy Laboratory.
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2019 Head for the Cure
- January 27, 2020
- Ivy Center
- Posted in Events
As we embark on this new year, we are taking this opportunity to reflect on some of the most memorable...
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A GBM Diagnosis and Journey to Barrow
- July 12, 2019
- Abby Cooper
- Posted in Patient Stories
My husband Ian is a planner. So much so, that we joke about how thoroughly he contemplates every option and...
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