What’s New
COVID-19 Update #14
Update # 15: CDC: Recommendations for Bivalent COVID-19 Booster Doses in People Ages 12 Years and Older. September 13, 2022
Each year the flu vaccine is updated to be effective against the prevailing flu. It is a process that adds the predominant variant to the existing vaccine. It is NOT a brand-new vaccine. This same process is being used to update the Covid-19 booster shots. Both Moderna and Pfizer have updated their original monovalent vaccines to be effective against both predominant Omicron variants. The updated version is called a bivalent vaccine. Learn more here…
Genomic Oncology
Dr. Mark Adler, Institute Director, heads the Genomic Oncology Diagnostics and Second Opinion Initiative, a new generation-platform for developing treatments tailored to the individual patient. It involves the application of sensitive genomic tests to the determination of a tumor’s drug sensitivity and resistance. In addition, a person’s hereditary traits and a tumor’s genetic signature will be used to determine how best to eliminate a given cancer with a specific therapy or agent.
We have added 5 new articles authored by Dr. Adler to this page.
Read more here!
Dr. Brenner’s Musings
“Be Here Now” … Ram Das
An Ode to Nurses
The latest addition to Dr. Brenner’s Blog is up and ready for you! Enjoy this sweet musing about the miracle that is you!
His previous blogs are available on this page as well.
Videos and Talks
Comprehensive Cancer Care: Integrative Oncology with Daniel Vicario, MD and Paul J. Mills
Medical oncologist Daniel Vicario, co-founder of the San Diego Cancer Center, talks about his pioneering research in integrating Western medicine with ancient healing techniques as he develops comprehensive treatment plans for his patients. In this conversation with Paul J. Mills of UC San Diego, Dr. Vicario gives examples of treatments that have led to a decrease in symptoms, fewer doctor visits and a higher quality of life for those who are responsive to holistic cancer care.