Fighting Lung Cancer in the Lab
David R. Jones, M.D., Associate Professor of Surgery and Chief of General Thoracic Surgery
Each year, lung cancer kills more than 170,000 Americans. Despite significant treatment advances in other cancers, the five-year survival rate for lung cancer remains a dismal 15 percent. David R. Jones, M.D., chief of thoracic surgery and leader of U.Va. Cancer Center's Thoracic Oncology Program, is committed to changing that. more >
HealthFacilitiesOver the next several years, a number of new facilities will transform patient care, research, and medical and nursing education. These new buildings will enhance the U.Va. Health System's ability to meet the needs and aspirations of its patients, faculty, students, and community. They include:
Programmatic PrioritiesIn addition to its capital goals, the Campaign for Health is focused on a number of programmatic priorities, including:
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