Breakthrough Targeted Therapy Shows Promise for KRAS-Mutated Pancreatic Cancer, with Virginia Cancer Specialists and NEXT Oncology Playing Key Role
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Breakthrough Targeted Therapy Shows Promise for KRAS-Mutated Pancreatic Cancer, with Virginia Cancer Specialists and NEXT Oncology Playing Key Role Fairfax, VA — May 12, 2026 — Virginia Cancer Specialists announced today its participation as a leading clinical trial site in a landmark study evaluating daraxonrasib, a first-in-class targeted oral therapy for patients […]
Bringing Advanced Cancer Care Closer to Home at Reston Hospital
For patients facing cancer, access to advanced care close to home can make a powerful difference. In a recent video interview filmed at Reston Hospital, Dr. Christina Brzezniak and Dr. Mitul Gandhi discuss why community-based cancer care—including access to the latest therapies—is so important for patients and their families. Dr. Brzezniak brings light to Reston […]
Virginia Cancer Specialists Expands Lung Cancer and Thoracic Oncology Program, Welcomes Thoracic Surgeon Christopher R. Johnson, MD
Fairfax, VA – November 25, 2025 — Virginia Cancer Specialists (VCS), the region’s leading comprehensive cancer care provider and ranked the #1 cancer practice in Virginia, is pleased to announce the addition of Christopher R. Johnson, MD, to its distinguished team of thoracic surgeons. Dr. Johnson will begin seeing patients in Fairfax and will have […]
Dr. Danijela Jelovac and Dr. Lindy Rosal Spotlighted in Washingtonian for Advancing Breast Cancer Treatment
Congratulations to our physicians, Dr. Danijela Jelovac and Dr. Lindy Rosal, for being featured in the October 2025 issue of Washingtonian magazine in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The article, “Hope through Innovation,” highlights the cutting-edge work being done at Virginia Cancer Specialists in the areas of targeted therapies, advanced surgical techniques, and personalized […]
Improved Survival with a Chemotherapy Free Option for EGFR Mutated Lung Cancer
Living with advanced non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) driven by mutations in the EGFR gene can feel overwhelming. For many patients, treatment has meant targeted therapy with the gold standard osimertinib, an oral targeted therapy directed toward the EGFR mutated tumor cells. Data from the large MARIPOSA trial published in September 2025 in The New […]
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Key Risks and New Advances in Treatment – Daniel Chong, MD
Insights from Daniel Chong, MD, Medical Oncologist, Virginia Cancer Specialists September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to spotlight one of the most common cancers among men and to encourage conversations that could save lives. While having certain risk factors doesn’t mean you’ll develop prostate cancer, knowing what those factors are can help you […]
Virginia Cancer Specialists Expands and Rebrands Its Palliative Care Program to Support Patients through Every Step of Cancer Treatment
Virginia Cancer Specialists offers a comprehensive scope of integrated services aimed at helping patients maintain quality of life throughout their cancer treatment. FAIRFAX, Va., June 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Virginia Cancer Specialists, the largest private cancer practice in Northern Virginia, named #1 practice in cancer care and all medical specialties by Castle Connolly in 2024 […]
Navigating Breast Cancer Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide to Curing Breast Cancer While Optimally Preserving Your Body Image – Matthew T. Hueman, MD, FACS, FSSO
Introduction: Matthew T. Hueman, MD, FACS, FSSO, Breast Surgeon Facing a breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, but understanding the various surgical options available can empower you to make informed decisions that align with your health goals and body image. In this blog, we will explore different types of breast cancer surgery. For most women […]
New Treatment Breakthrough: Amivantamab Plus Lazertinib for Advanced Lung Cancer – Timothy A. McCarthy, MD
A groundbreaking study published in June 2024 in The New England Journal of Medicine has introduced a promising new treatment for a specific type of advanced lung cancer. The research, co-authored by Alex Spira, MD, PhD, FACP, FACSO, Medical Oncologist and Co-Director of The Virginia Cancer Specialists Research Institute, highlights the combination of two drugs, […]
Unlocking Hope: Celebrating Clinical Trials Week with Virginia Cancer Specialists
As we celebrate Clinical Trials Week, we honor the remarkable journey of discovery and innovation that clinical trials represent in the realm of cancer research. At Virginia Cancer Specialists, we stand as a beacon of hope, leading the charge in pioneering breakthrough treatments and shaping the future of oncology care. A Legacy of Excellence: […]