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Mikkael Sekeres

@mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social
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Chief, Division of Hematology, Sylvester Cancer Center, University of Miami | Clinical Scientist | Essayist | Book Author | Cyclist | Unabashed Humanist | Views Mine

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JCO Journals @jco-asco.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Listen to the latest JCO Art of Oncology episode with host @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social: "Taking Responsibility” by Dr. Hicks-Courant, who shares how caring for her father with ALS shaped how she approached her work as a gynecologic oncologist. 🎧: bit.ly/3T9Ny5d #gynonc
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MIT Press @mitpress.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
An illuminating interview with @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social on the history, ethics, and future of FDA oversight:
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Interview: How Tragedy Changed the FDA
As the agency considers seven unapproved peptides, Michael A. Sekeres traces the origins of the FDA’s authority.
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JCO Journals @jco-asco.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
New #ASCO #JCO Cancer Stories: "A Chance to Heal with Cold Hard Steel" with host @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social. Dr. Taylor Goodstein shares a powerful perspective on surgery, grief, and finding courage within our own fallibility. Tune in: bit.ly/4rG0nQL
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JCO Journals @jco-asco.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
In the latest #JCO Cancer Stories with host Dr. @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social Dr. Henry Bair shares a moving account of how vision care can honor end-of-life goals—helping a patient with failing sight write to his children. Listen here: bit.ly/3ZxVYD9 #ArtOfOncology
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JCO Journals @jco-asco.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Listen to the latest #ASCO #JCO Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology with host @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social. In this episode "Smell” with Dr. Cusick shares a connection to a cancer patient manifested as a scent. 🎧: ascopubs.org/do/smell-sce...
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
As oncologists, we grieve the loss of our patients. But can we call ourselves "bereaved?" Join me and Dr. Trisha Paul for this latest, fabulous @ascocancer.bsky.social #Cancer stories Podcast! ascopubs.org/do/you-berea... @umiami.bsky.social @urochester.bsky.social
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Are You Bereaved? Allowing Yourself to Grieve a Patient | Podcast | ASCO Publications
Listen to JCO's Art of Oncology article,
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
My latest essay for The Cancer Letter! My introduction to and lessons learned from Rick Pazdur @fda.gov! @SylvesterCancer @UMiamiHealth @ash.hematology.org @ascocancer.bsky.social cancerletter.com/guest-editor...
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My introduction to, and lessons learned from, Rick Pazdur - The Cancer Letter
This editorial has been adapted from “Drugs and the FDA: Safety, Efficacy, and the Public’s Trust.” Rick Pazdur, MD, the newly appointed director for the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research at the...
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Our latest @ascocancer.bsky.social Cancer Stories podcast has dropped! Join me and @AlexisDrutchas as we discuss honoring our patients' past lives and her amazing essay "The Man at the Bow!" ascopubs.org/do/man-bow-rem… @massgeneralbrigham.bsky.social @umiamisoc.bsky.social
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
Pain in a lymph node after drinking alcohol? Sky-high calcium levels? My latest piece for @washingtonpost.com on surprising signs and symptoms of #Cancer! wapo.st/3JOZTHA @ascocancer.bsky.social @ash.hematology.org @umiami.bsky.social
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Guest column | 4 surprising cancer symptoms you should know about, according to an oncologist
One of my patients felt chest pain after drinking wine. It turned out to be Hodgkin lymphoma.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Crossing the FDA-Industry Rubicon, and the importance of avoiding undue influence on the companies @US_FDA regulates: my latest essay for @TheCancerLetter! 💊💉⚕️
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
The latest @ascocancer.bsky.social Cancer Stories podcast has dropped! Join me and Jamie Riches @columbiauniversity.bsky.social as we discuss her beautiful, deeply personal essay Reflection, and explore how an oncologist reacts to a family member with cancer. ascopubs.org/do/reflectio...
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
And what an honor to be recognized alongside @funchainmd.bsky.social and all of these other outstanding oncologists @ascocancer.bsky.social!
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The Cancer Letter @cancerletter.com · 22/10/2025
Alison Loren, Adam Cuker, @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social named to @ash.hematology.org leadership cancerletter.com/in-brief/20251017_…
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Alison Loren, Adam Cuker, Mikkael Sekeres named to ASH leadership - The Cancer Letter
The American Society of Hematology announced the election of three new members to its executive committee for terms starting after the2025 ASH Annual Meeting on Dec. 6-9 in Orlando. To access this subscriber-only content please log in or subscribe.If your institution has a site license, log in with IP-login or register for a sponsored account.**Not […]
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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 27/09/2025
An English study found that the most common health complaints that led to a cancer diagnosis were: • A breast lump • Urinary tract symptoms • Change in bowel habits Here’s other symptoms you should know:
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Guest column | I’m an oncologist. Here are common cancer symptoms you should know about.
Worried about a swollen lymph node or change in bowel habits? Keep these red flags in mind.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Worried that a swollen lymph node or weight loss may indicate that you have cancer? My take @washingtonpost.com on common cancer symptoms you should know about. @ascopost.bsky.social @ash.hematology.org www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Guest column | I’m an oncologist. Here are common cancer symptoms you should know about.
Worried about a swollen lymph node or change in bowel habits? Keep these red flags in mind.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
It means so much to have your support @abrunner.bsky.social for @ash.hematology.org Councillor!! Thank you 😊🙏🩸
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Ruben A. Mesa, MD, FACP @rubenmesamd.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
I was excited today to vote on the #FutureLeadership of @ash.hematology.org ! As a member for 30 years deeply passionate to #Fight4Hematology I urge all of you to vote, I was honored to vote for an amazing trio @markcrowther @Adamcuker & @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸 American Society of Hematology elections have opened!!!! 🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸🩸 🩸 Join me in participating in this most democratic of processes! Check your email today and please vote!!!!
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ALT: a sign that says your vote matters in red white and blue
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 06/08/2025
What a privilege to chat with @ElaheIzadi on the @washingtonpost.com Post Reports podcast about everyday endocrine disrupting chemicals and cancer risk! 🧐🦀 Steps to avoid the chemicals and how worried should you be? @ash.hematology.org @ascocancer.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/podcasts/pos...
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What an oncologist wants us to know about everyday chemicals - The Washington Post
Endocrine disrupting chemicals can be found in everything from your nonstick pan to your shampoo. But what are they – and how worried should you really be about them?
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Our latest @ascocancer.bsky.social #CancerStories Podcast has dropped! Listen to the beautiful poem by Elane Kim @harvard.edu as we explore the relationship between mothers and daughters when a parent is sick. ascopubs.org/do/transcrip...
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Transcription: Phone Call, 2018: A Mother’s Love in Illness | Podcast | ASCO Publications
Listen to Journal of Clinical Oncology's Art of Oncology poem,
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Wondering if BPAs, PFAS, or Phthalates in everyday household items can cause cancer? I discuss in my latest @washingtonpost.com article! 🍼🍳🧴 @umiamisoc.bsky.social @ascocancer.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Column | We asked an oncologist: Should we worry about endocrine disruptors?
The health concerns surrounding endocrine disruptors, such as phthalates, BPA and PFAS, can sound scary. But what we do know suggests the risks are low.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
news.abbvie.com/2025-06-16-A... Wow — top line VERONA results are negative — no advantage to AZA + VEN compared to AZA alone for higher-risk #MDSsm. AZA or DAC alone remain the standard for HR-MDS. So disappointing😢 🎗️🩸
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AbbVie Provides Update on VERONA Trial for Newly Diagnosed Higher-Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes
AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) announced the global Phase 3 VERONA trial evaluating venetoclax in combination with azacitidine in the treatment of newly diagnosed higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome...
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Stephanie L. Graff, MD FACP FASCO @drsgraff.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
⛱️☀️📖 You have heard of “light summer beach reads” — and now @JCO_ASCO brings you “stirring, emotionally powerful, reflective narrative summer writing” (practically the same, right??) But really, what a wonderful opportunity for young writers. ✍🏻📝👨‍💻 @oncoalert.bsky.social
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
If you were diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and had a complete response to therapy, would you still undergo debilitating surgery? Join me with Dr. Carl Forsberg to hear what he decided on Cancer Stories! @ascocancer.bsky.social ascopubs.org/do/whipple-c...
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A Whipple of Choice: Choosing Between Debilitating Surgery or Watchful Waiting | Podcast | ASCO Publications
Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology Art of Oncology article,
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Announcing the first EVER @ascocancer.bsky.social JCO Art of Oncology Narrative Medicine Contest! 🎉✍️🎗️🩺🎉 We're looking for essays that explore the human experience of cancer and reflect on the experience of trainees and early career hematologists/oncologists. Apply Now! ascopubs.org/jco/art-onco...
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Art of Oncology Narrative Medicine Contest | Journal of Clinical Oncology
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
5 surprising things linked to #cancer — and what to know about them. Studies suggest that tattoos, chemical hair straighteners and even hot tea might be a problem. Here’s what an oncologist recommends, by @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202... via @washingtonpost.com
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
I’m an oncologist. Here are 11 science-based ways to reduce your cancer risk. My latest essay @washingtonpost.com (and I practice what I preach)! @umiamisoc.bsky.social @ascocancer.bsky.social @ash.hematology.org www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Column | I’m an oncologist. Here are 11 science-based ways to reduce your cancer risk.
About 40 percent of cancer cases are considered preventable. Try these lifestyle changes to stay healthy.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
5 surprising things linked to cancer — and what to do about them. My latest @washingtonpost.com column! ☕️🚬🍖💈 www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Guest column | 5 surprising things linked to cancer — and what to know about them
Recent studies have suggested that tattoos, chemical hair straighteners and even hot tea might be a problem. Here’s what an oncologist recommends.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Ever think about writing a book? David Marks has...and did! Join us for the latest @ascocancer.bsky.social Cancer Stories podcast as we discuss the nuts and bolts of the writing process, navigating feedback, and getting published. ascopubs.org/do/writing-m...
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
So thrilled to be joined by @missmeganel.bsky.social to discuss her amazing essay “Tamales” in our latest @ascocancer.bsky.social #CancerStories podcast! Listen to how patients invite their doctors into their culture and their world. 🎗️♥️🇲🇽 ascopubs.org/do/tamales-cel…
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
What a terrible loss to @fda.gov. Peter Marks was a role model for me in training and as a brilliant, balanced regulator for cellular therapy and during the most onerous of health crises.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 18/03/2025
Check out our latest @JCO_ASCO Cancer Stories podcast: I Hope So To with the terrific pall med doc @releiter! @SylvesterCancer @UMiamiHealth @DanaFarberNews sites.libsyn.com/93240/i-hope...
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Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology: I Hope So Too: Creating Space to Hope with Patients and Families
Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology Art of Oncology article, "” by Dr. Richard Leiter from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The article is followed by an interview with Leiter and host Dr. Mikk...
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André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
As an oncologist, I have advice: Don’t wait until retirement to enjoy life. Here are five things my patients have taught me about living meaningfully, by @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202... via @washingtonpost.com #cancer #YOLO
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Column | As an oncologist, I have advice: Don’t wait until retirement to enjoy life
Here are five things my patients have taught me about living meaningfully.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
My latest in @washingtonpost on what my patients taught me about living meaningfully! 1) Fulfill your dreams now; 2) Take your relationship's pulse; 3) Ask what matters most; 4) Minimize cancer risk; 5) Always be kind. @umiamisoc.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Column | As an oncologist, I have advice: Don’t wait until retirement to enjoy life
Here are five things my patients have taught me about living meaningfully.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
My latest in @washingtonpost.com on what my patients taught me about living meaningfully! 1) Fulfill your dreams now; 2) Take your relationship's pulse; 3) Ask what matters most; 4) Minimize cancer risk; 5) Always be kind. @umiamisoc.bsky.social www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Column | As an oncologist, I have advice: Don’t wait until retirement to enjoy life
Here are five things my patients have taught me about living meaningfully.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Nice piece‬⁩ on the links between alcohol intake and cancer. Thanks for the chance to contribute! Alcohol causes cancer in these 4 ways, doctors say | Fortune Well ⁦‪@sylvestercancer‬⁩ ⁦‪@umiamihealth‬⁩ fortune.com/well/article...
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The dangers of drinking: Doctors explain the 4 ways alcohol can cause cancer
You don’t have to partake in binge drinking or have alcohol use disorder to increase your risk of alcohol-associated cancer.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Had a bit of a spill 3 weeks ago but happy to report am back in the saddle today and looking forward to Dolphins Challenge Cancer @SylvesterCancer @UMiamiHealth #DCC next weekend! All for a great cause.
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Christina Jewett @by-cjewett.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
The freeze on NIH indirect cost cuts is now nationwide: www.nytimes.com/2025/02/11/h...
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Court Halt on Trump Cuts for Medical Research Is Extended Nationwide
The federal order temporarily halts the Trump administration’s plans to slash $4 billion in overhead costs for research at universities and medical centers into diseases like cancer.
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
That’s it, I’m moving to Illinois 🤣🤣🤣
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American Society of Clinical Oncology @ascocancer.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Tune in to Cancer Stories: The Art of Oncology w/ @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social. Dr. Kathryn Cappell discusses balancing patient protection & joy in oncology care, & her #JCO article "You Don't Bring Me Flowers." Listen: brnw.ch/21wQwuw
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
Our latest podcast for @ascocancer.bsky.social Cancer Stories just dropped! ascopubs.org/do/you-don-t... Here's a clip of me and Kathryn Cappell discussing her beautiful essay "You don't bring me flowers." 🎗️💐🏥
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Very disturbing @fda.gov. We need to enroll the types of patients to clinical trials who eventually will be treated by approved drugs! www.statnews.com/2025/01/23/f...
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FDA purges material on clinical trial diversity from its site, showing stakes of Trump DEI ban
Following the Trump administration's DEI ban, the FDA's move to scrub webpages has ensnared many pages focused on ensuring diversity in drug trials.
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Dr. Maria “Ken” Figueroa @kenfigueroa.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
Registration is now open for the IV Biennial Miami Leukemia Symposium organized by the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center April 25-27 2025 in Coconut Grove, Miami. Amazing speakers in an amazing city. Register now! CME credits available web.cvent.com/event/83501e...
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About - 4th Biennial Miami Leukemia Symposium
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
What a treat to be able to chat with ⁦‪@l_schapira‬⁩ about writing and the ⁦‪@ASCO‬⁩ ⁦‪@JCO_ASCO‬⁩ podcast Cancer Stories! And how intimidating to take over as host given the terrific job she has done these past years! ⁦
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
This is how we holiday party in the Division of Hematology ⁦‪@SylvesterCancer‬⁩ ⁦‪@UMiamiHealth‬⁩‬⁩! So grateful to work with such extraordinary people! ♥️😀🩸⁦‪@DrSDNimer‬⁩ ⁦‪@CraigMoskMD‬⁩ ⁦‪@DrPlatelet‬⁩ ⁦‪@drsangeetmd‬⁩ ⁦‪⁦‪@JustinWattsMD‬⁩
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Had the opportunity to comment on a study examining temperature and red blood cell elasticity in bats, with implications for humans entering a torpor state for space travel. Yes, you read all of that correctly. Thanks to @GeographicN for the great story! www.nationalgeographic.com/science/arti...
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New bat discovery could help humans hibernate during space travel
The 21-month trip to Mars poses a litany of problems, particularly keeping people healthy. Could hibernation be an answer?
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
When cycling in Cleveland, occasionally I would encounter a deer in the road. Advantage Miami. When cycling in Miami, occasionally I encounter this big fellah near the road.🐊 Advantage Miami? Enjoy training for @TackleCancer #DCC25 @SylvesterCancer!
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Mikkael Sekeres @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social · 10/12/2024
Outstanding presentation on trial of AZA + Ven in younger #AMLsm adults by @DanPollyea #ASH24. Proud to be part of this collaboration @SylvesterCancer @UMiamiHealth! ORR 69%, MRD- 64% @ash-hematology.bsky.social
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Jenifer Hamilton @jeniferhamilton.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Thank you @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social for being such an incredible leader, partner, mentor, cheerleader, and friend to the @ash-hematology.bsky.social comms team. The pleasure has been ours! #ASH24
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Andrea P. Fischer @andreapfischer.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
We ask a lot of @ash-hematology.bsky.social volunteers but we do it with a smile and sometimes we give you donuts. #ASHKudos @mikkaelsekeres.bsky.social for all that you do for #hematology and your patients! #ASH24 #comms dream team @jeniferhamilton.bsky.social @melissamcgue.bsky.social
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