Medical oncologist with focus on kidney cancer, immunotherapies and the tumor microenvironment. Views expressed are my own. #kidneycancer #immunotherapy

Joined February 2015
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Impressive !!! But not unexpected ..
For medical information, general AI frontier models (Google, OpenAI, Anthropic) outperformed specialized @EvidenceOpen and @UpToDate as assessed by 12 US clinicians, randomized and blinded to which model and extensive testing/benchmarks. This was not anticipated. @NatureMedicine nature.com/articles/s41591-0…
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@KCRS26 is shaping up to be another fantastic meeting for the #kidneycancer community. Great science, great conversations, and great people! Hope to see many of you in Boston on July 23–24, or online if you can’t make the trip. #KCRS26 will bring together leaders in kidney cancer research, clinical care, advocacy, industry, and the patient community. In-person attendance is limited due to space constraints; however, virtual registration is free and open to all. Register: bit.ly/KCRS26Registration #KidneyCancer @kidneycan
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KCRS26 is shaping up to be another fantastic meeting for the #kidneycancer community. Great science, great conversations, and great people! Hope to see many of you in Boston on July 23–24, or online if you can’t make the trip. Register: bit.ly/KCRS26Registration #KCRS26 #KidneyCancer
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Yes!
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CTLA-4 inhibition provides clinically meaningful benefit that is worth the extra toxicity in RCC
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Join us !!
Can’t join us in Boston? You can still be part of #KCRS26 -- for free! Virtual registration is available for the 2026 Kidney Cancer Research Summit, bringing the latest conversations in #KidneyCancer research directly to you. Register here: bit.ly/KCRS26Registration #AcceleratingCures
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UNEQUIVOCALLY - IT DOES.
Does CTLA-4 inhibition benefit RCC patients?
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No doubt !!! Not my patient population, but this is such a devastating disease. Stunning result which will carry forward big time. Congrats to all the collaborators, industry and most importantly our patients who give their precious time to make breakthroughs possible
Absolutely practice changing!! One of the most stunning developments in the treatment of patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer !! It is one of the rare moments in oncology which you will always remember ! Like the imatinib, trastuzumab presentations @ASCO #ASCO26 @OncoAlert
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Join us at KCRS 2026. Free online. kcrs.kidneycan.org

Out this week in @OncJournal: a perspective on clinical and translational #kidneycancer research, framed on projects presented at #KCRS. Just in time for this year's conference, which will be in Boston from July 23-24 (in-person and virtual)! Link to the article in next tweet.
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The faculty lineup for #WorldGU26 continues to grow! Several more outstanding thought leaders have joined since our last announcement, and there’s still more to come. Check out the updated faculty roster, featuring conference chairs @CaPsurvivorship & @Daniel_J_George ow.ly/vvfG50YMUgU The 2-day CE-accredited conference returns to Nashville, TN, on December 3-5, 2026. Save the date and follow us for more faculty announcements and updates! Who are you most excited to hear from? @aaparicioMD @tingbao2011 @PBarataMD @katy_beckermann @mishabeltran @jackiebrown_MD @AlanBryce9 @drjefstathiou @MarkTFlemingMD1 @BGarmezy @OncHahn @MRHarrisonMD @EHeath4100 @EJonasch @MonikaJoshimd @jonathan_leeman @PavlosMsaouel @maughanonc @BradMcG04 @CParkMD @drphil_urology @EdwinPosadasMD @charlesryanmd @MutlaySayan @Scarps_kristen @cnsternberg @sonpavde @sandysrimd @alantanmd @DrKarineTawagi @drulkav @jeffyoriomd @bilenma @TDorffOnc @NaomiHaas5 @MikeLattanzi @MoningiShalini @ashleyrossmdphd @bsomer @HHammersMD @MattMilowsky
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Triplets are an uphill battle if you choose a potent IO/TKI combo as the comparator. Nivo/Ipi is actually the doublet to beat for drug development. Cosmic 313 suffered from choosing the wrong TKI, Litespark 012 from its design. There is still room for triplets..
JUST IN: LITESPARK-012 did not meet its dual primary endpoints of PFS and OS versus pembrolizumab lenvatinib in frontline advanced ccRCC. A disappointing result, but an important one. Carefully conducted negative trials still move the field forward by challenging assumptions, informing future strategy, and helping us avoid adding complexity without clear patient benefit. merck.com/news/merck-and-eis…
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The #KidneyCancer Research Summit is truly a "Who's Who" of #RCC trailblazers. Register NOW to grab your free, front-row virtual seat for #KCRS26! Scheduled for July 23–24, 2026 in Boston, KCRS gathers global leaders across research, clinical care, and industry to share data, exchange ideas, and drive progress forward. Don't miss out! Secure your spot here: bit.ly/KCRS26Registration #AcceleratingCures Please share!📣 @DrChoueiri @HHammersMD @montypal @arihakimi @DrRanaMcKay @tompowles1 @KimrynRathmell @BraunMDPhD @BradMcG04 @AlbigesL @LisaHenske @VincentWenxinXu @JBrugarolas @WesleyYipMD @charlesbnguyen @DrYukselUrun @NazliDizman @ReneeSaliby @PavlosMsaouel @MikeSerzanMD @crisbergerot @AChakrabortyPhD @JudithVarner2 @AdanmaAnjiMD
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Thank you for highlighting! Great session & discussion on advanced RCC therapies w/ Drs. @HHammersMD @JVentoMD @hannahdzmd
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@QianJanieQin @UTSWHemeOnc @utswcancer with broad 1st line landscape talk of metastatic #kidneycancer - triplets and adaptive IO strategies coming. Nicely done 👏 #ChrisWood26
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As #KidneyCancerAwarenessMonth comes to a close, the work continues. Throughout March, we’ve explored the facts, symptoms, treatment options, and research that are shaping the future of #KidneyCancer care. Awareness is an important first step — but progress depends on continued research, advocacy, and support for the kidney cancer community. Thank you for helping raise awareness, share knowledge, and support the work to #AccelerateCures for kidney cancer. #KnowledgeIsPower
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Big insights are on the way! 🧬✨ We sat down with Dr. Hans Hammers and Dr. Chandler Park at MaTOS GU 2026 to discuss the latest in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC) research. From the LITESPARK-011 study to the future of second and third-line therapies, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Full interview dropping soon on Spotify and YouTube! 🎧📺 #MaTOS2026 #RCCResearch #OncologyInterviews #GUOncology #LITESPARK011 #MedicalEducation #ComingSoon @DrAIravani @rohitjainMD @AJangMD @MosheOrnsteinMD @CParkMD @LuisRaezMD @EddieSantosMD @sonpavde @ChadTangMD @DrKarineTawagi @AbhiTrip87 @drulkav @ZakhariaYousef @PGrivasMDPhD
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Wonderful effort! Please participate. trccproject.org/

Progress in rare kidney cancer subtypes depends on collaboration. This month, we’re highlighting the work of the tRCC Project, which is advancing research for translocation renal cell carcinoma (tRCC) by building a comprehensive dataset that combines clinical information, genomic sequencing, and patient-reported experience. For rare cancers like tRCC, every data point matters. Learn more about the project and participation opportunities at trccproject.org #AcceleratingCures #KidneyCancerAwarenessMonth #BetterTogether
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Our friends and collaborators at High5Oncology were on the ground in San Francisco FIND THEM HERE 👉 buff.ly/9peFwD4 Capturing THE KEY discussions from ASCO GU and highlighting the innovations shaping the future of GU oncology and THEIR #GU26 PAGE IS NOW LIVE!! Tagging some of the amazing @high5md GU faculty @amerseburger @EfstathiouEleni @weoncologists @nachoduranm @GoebellJ @HHammersMD @IvanyiPhilipp @montypal @brian_rini @OncoBellmunt @scserendipity1 @GoebellJ @PGrivasMDPhD @IvanyiPhilipp @y_loriot @tompowles1 @bjartell @scserendipity1 @EfstathiouEleni @grimm_mo @amerseburger @declangmurphy @nealshore @OncoAlert #ProstateCancer #KidneyCancer #BladderCancer
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We remember Peter Rooney, a dedicated KidneyCAN advocate whose curiosity, determination, and generosity helped strengthen the kidney cancer community. After his diagnosis, Peter made it his mission to learn everything he could about kidney cancer—asking thoughtful questions about the science, the research, and the treatments that could help patients in the future. That knowledge made him a powerful voice on Capitol Hill, where he worked tirelessly to advocate for research funding. Even while facing the physical challenges of metastatic disease, Peter continued to walk the halls of Congress during Advocacy Days, meeting with lawmakers and sharing the patient perspective. He approached this work with honesty about the realities of treatment and a steady optimism that made him both effective and inspiring. Peter’s advocacy was often a shared effort with his wife, Katharina, who stood beside him throughout the journey. Together they brought grace, purpose, and a deep commitment to helping others.
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#ReedOn3! The McLaughlin family has launched an incredible grassroots fundraiser to support #KidneyCancer research. Inspired by Reed McLaughlin, a devoted father, husband, coach, and loyal supporter of everyone around him, the Reed on 3 campaign is bringing people together to raise awareness and funds for kidney cancer. Their goal is $50,000, and they’re already more than $22,000 of the way there! Help them reach their goal: bit.ly/ReedOn3 #AcceleratingCures
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Comprehensive presentation by Dr. @HHammersMD spotlighting emerging targets in RCC: From HIF-2α inhibition to mRNA vaccines, CAR-T cells, and bispecific antibodies. The field is evolving fast, with so much on the horizon. #GU26 @OncoAlert @OncBrothers
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Greetings from Day Two @ASCO #GU26, where @advocatekidneys is busy taking in the latest #KidneyCancer research and connecting with friends from around the globe. We're excited to see what is shared tomorrow on the latest in #rcc research!
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