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Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. The majority of new cancer drugs recently approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation.* Recognized for our research, FCS is a recipient of the national Clinical Trials Participation Award presented by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). FCS physicians, trained in prestigious medical schools and research institutes, are consistently ranked nationally as Top Doctors by U.S. News & World Report.
Celebrating its 40th year in 2024, FCS has built a national reputation for excellence that is reflected in exceptional and compassionate patient care, driven by innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies and advanced treatments, including targeted therapies genomic-based treatment and immunotherapy. Our highest values are embodied by our outstanding team of highly trained and dedicated physicians, clinicians and staff.
Maen Hussein: ‘Every Success Motivates Us to Do Even Better’
November 16th 2023In an interview with Targeted Oncology, Maen Hussein, MD, a Q3 2023 Oncology Icons honoree, discusses his path to the community oncology setting and highlights upcoming trends in oncology he feels will improve patient outcomes.
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Emergency Preparedness in Florida Essential for All Oncology Practices
November 11th 2023In an interview with Peers & Perspectives in Oncology, Barbara Morris, DHSc, LAT, ATC, CSCS, HDDP, the director of corporate safety at Florida Cancer Specialists and Research Institute (FCS), discussed how her organization prepares for hurricanes, so that patients and employees remain safe and up-to-date throughout the storm.
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Advanced Technologies Enhance Safety and Comfort for Cancer Patients Receiving Radiation Treatment
November 7th 2023Innovative new technologies being used exclusively by Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC in Ocala and The Villages are helping to target tumors more precisely, reduce side effects and enhance comfort for patients receiving radiation therapy for the treatment of certain cancers, including breast cancer and head and neck cancers.
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Precision Medicine at Scale is Here
August 2nd 2023Lucio Gordan, MD, President & Managing Physician of Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, LLC, talked with Kevin Keegan, General Manager of Oncology Business with Illumina, about how FCS is bringing precision oncology through analysis of real-world data, innovative technology and research to cancer patients being treated in community settings. The conversation is summarized below.
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