Huntsman Cancer Institute

The first day of spring brings new life across our campus—trees in bloom, flowers opening, and a renewed sense of hope. Each season reminds us why we do this work: to nurture brighter, healthier futures for every patient we serve.

Cancer isn’t always a straight line. The ups and downs can take an emotional toll. Dr. Kevin Byrne, part of our Supportive Oncology and Survivorship team and a psychiatrist at @uofu_hmhi, shares how we help patients navigate the uncertainties. bit.ly/4dxkuwr

Spring is springing in Utah!

In the new episode of our podcast, Samantha Murrell shares her experience after a stage four lung cancer diagnosis at 37. We also go behind the scenes of a lab tour and talk to Brad Cairns, PhD about how research is extending lives and offering hope. huntsmancancer.org/podcast

You could be a cancer patient's lucky charm by donating blood 🍀 ARUP Blood Services is the sole provider of blood products to our patients. You can schedule an appointment with them by calling 801-584-5272 or visiting utahblood.org.

Advanced prostate cancer care is not one-size-fits-all. When J.R. Smith was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer, his care team built a personalized plan focused on treatment and quality of life. Nearly seven years later, he’s still racing & cycling. bit.ly/4lHpAZ5

This weekend, the Beacon of Hope glows burgundy in recognition of Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month, honoring our patients and their loved ones. We also thank the clinical and research teams advancing care—and the donors and partners whose support makes this research possible.

Congratulations to Kshama Jaiswal, MD, FACS, on receiving the ASE Distinguished Mid-Career Educator Award! 🎉 This national honor recognizes her outstanding contributions to surgical education and leadership. Well deserved!

Thank you to our presenters including Garrett Harding, Heather Simonsen and Brad Cairns for sharing more and guiding us around the facilities! @huntsmancancer #LeadershipUtah

The first stop of #LeadershipUtah’s Healthcare Day is @huntsmancancer. From cutting-edge clinical trials to personalized support, their world-class team provides hope and healing for patients.

We've officially raised $2,000,000, and the momentum is building! 🚀 Sigma Chi brothers and sweethearts across North America continue to lead the charge, surpassing a big milestone toward our $5,100,000 goal for the Huntsman Cancer Foundation during the 2025–26 academic year.

AI-powered gene discovery. Next-generation robotic surgery. Expanded theranostics. Decentralized clinical trials bringing care closer to home. In our latest Discovery Innovations, our leaders explore how research and care are advancing in 2026 & beyond. bit.ly/4uGHRdl

Career pivots, candid lessons, and thoughtful takes on leadership. Rachel Hess, Erin Rothwell, and Cornelia Ulrich share insights on mentorship, growth and navigating change in research. Spotify: bit.ly/4aVa5ZV and Apple: apple.co/4d4MRBQ. @huntsmancancer @UUtah

New paper from Kimberley Evason @huntsmancancer & co shows that microRNA-21 is a target of activated β-catenin that mediates some of its effects during liver tumorigenesis 📰 doi.org/10.1242/dmm.05…

@AmiBPatelMD absolutely killing it at @HopkinsHeme Grand Rounds!

Firefighters protect their communities. We’re working to protect them, too. Utah’s House Bill 65 expanded cancer coverage to 15 cancers and funded statewide screenings. More than 130 firefighters have been screened so far, with cancers detected early. bit.ly/4bvYYXs

This Women’s Week: three women leading research at the University of Utah share how they built their careers and what it really took to get there. The pivots, the mentors, the evolving research landscape, and the realities behind leadership. #IWD2026 youtube.com/watch?v=d7SoPe…

Congrats to Umang Swami @umangtalking on being recognized as one of the Top Reviewers of @JCO_ASCO for 2025👉Peer review is the backbone of scientific progress, and this honor reflects his intelligence, rigor, and commitment to advancing cancer research. @huntsmancancer @ASCO

This weekend, the Beacon of Hope shines blue for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, honoring our patients, their loved ones, and our teams advancing prevention, early detection & care. Research drives progress—we’re grateful to donors and federal funding that make it possible.

We're kicking off Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month with #DressInBlueDay! Screening can detect colorectal cancer early—often before symptoms appear—when treatment is most effective. If something feels different, or if you’re due for screening, talk to your doctor.