Lewis on Oncology

• Unmasking Mask Misinformation and Myths   Dr Mark Lewis provides talking points to counter misinformation on mask wearing.
  Medscape Oncology, August 19, 2020
• The Oncologist's Role With Savvy Patients   Patients are savvy, says Dr Mark Lewis. Oncologists are uniquely positioned to help patients navigate the labyrinth of novel therapies and determine the best treatment options.
  Medscape Oncology, July 21, 2020
• In Uncertain Times, Oncs Are Among the Best at Risk Assessment   Dr Mark Lewis discusses oncology decision-making during the COVID-19 pandemic, comparing it to Homer's 'The Odyssey.'
  Medscape Oncology, July 14, 2020
• Helping Our Kids Deal With COVID-19: 5 Tips Mark and Stasha Lewis, both physicians, talk about steps they've taken to balance their professional and family responsibilities during the COVID-19 outbreak.
  Medscape Oncology, April 10, 2020
• COVID-19 Mortality Risk 'Profoundly Disturbing'   Dr Mark Lewis discusses the coronavirus and COVID-19, highlighting the importance of protecting those at risk, including patients with cancer.
  Medscape Oncology, March 18, 2020
• Stopping the Cancer Shame Game   All the good habits and willpower in the world may not protect against a patient's bad luck, notes Dr Mark Lewis.
  Medscape Oncology, March 02, 2020
• When a Promising Trial Fails, It Can Feel Personal   Dr Mark Lewis shares how even with disappointing trial results, he remains hopeful that continuing research will craft a better present and future for our patients with pancreatic adenocarcinoma.
  Medscape Oncology, February 20, 2020
• Family History Is Never 'Noncontributory'   Dr Mark Lewis discusses how a few seemingly insignificant health details 'cast my entire family in a different light.'
  Medscape Oncology, November 15, 2019
• Clinical Trials Need More Transparency for Patients   Dr Mark Lewis says that in an era of shared decision-making, we should welcome and even facilitate patients' searches for information about their cancers--and that includes clinical trial results.
  Medscape Oncology, November 07, 2019
• Schrodinger's CAT: 'Scanxiety' Makes You Feel Both Well and Sick   Scanxiety is a bit like 'Schrodinger's CAT scan,' where you're both well and sick at the same time, says oncologist Mark Lewis.
  Medscape Oncology, August 28, 2019
• An Oncologist With Cancer: Mark Lewis Shares Unique Viewpoint   As an oncologist with pancreatic cancer, Mark Lewis brings a unique, valuable perspective to cancer care. He hopes you'll agree.
  Medscape Oncology, July 31, 2019