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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

I am so honored to join the American Cancer Society and ACSCAN as the next CEO. Together with ACS leaders, staff, and volunteers, we will improve the lives of cancer patients and their families through advocacy, discovery, and patient support. One mission against cancer!

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

3 years

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Karen E. Knudsen as the new CEO of ACS and @ACSCAN . Dr. Knudsen makes history as the first woman CEO and first scientific researcher to lead ACS since 1945.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

“Ending cancer as we know it…this is a White House priority, period”, said @POTUS . President Biden— the American Cancer Society stands with you! Together, #NothingCanStopUs #CancerMoonshot @AmericanCancer

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

4 years

A really great article-- "Merkel has never spoken publicly about why she left science, but perhaps because it never really left her. Scientific thinking... remains integral to Merkel’s daily decision-making process" #WomenInScience

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

It's an honor to be selected to the @Forbes 50 over 50: Impact list! I am incredibly grateful to lead the team at @AmericanCancer and @ACSCAN and to have the opportunity to impact lives daily. I look forward to continuing our work toward ending cancer as we know it, for everyone.

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

1 year

Congratulations to our @AmerCancerCEO Dr. Karen Knudsen for being selected for the @Forbes 50 over 50: Impact list! She's the 1st research oncologist and 1st woman to lead our 110 year old org, working every day toward ending cancer as we know it, for everyone. #ForbesOver50

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

So thankful to Dr Biden, MJ Blige, + Tamika F. for joining us to launch the ACS Roundtables to end breast and cervical cancer as we know it. ⁦⁦⁦ @WhiteHouse ⁩ Ladies who get things DONE! ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ ⁦ @maryjblige ⁩ ⁦ @tamikafelder ⁩ ⁦ @FLOTUS ⁩

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Grateful for the chance to share ideas & strategies for improving health (+ reducing the cancer burden) at #IGF with ⁦ @BarackObama ⁩ + @KathrynP_phd ⁩. The future is NOW for integration of genomics! ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ ⁦ @ACSCAN ⁩ @illumina #EveryCancerEveryLife

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Representing 1.9M Americans/year diagnosed with cancer, ACS is ready to stand shoulder to shoulder w/ @POTUS & @theNCI to end cancer as we know it. Thru research, advocacy, & supporting patients we have reduced death from cancer-- let's accelerate our efforts! @AmericanCancer

The Hill

@thehill

3 years

NEW: Biden reignites 'cancer moonshot' with focus on early diagnosis, prevention

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Such an important day @WhiteHouse to help kick off the #CancerMoonshot , and as a part-time Vermonter I was thrilled to share support with @SenatorLeahy . Looking forward to working together to end cancer as we know it. @AmericanCancer

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Did you know #firefighters are disproportionately affected by cancer? Unacceptable! Today, a new partnership launched between ACS and IAFF, standing shoulder to shoulder to develop strategies for prevention & early detection. ⁦ @IAFFNewsDesk ⁩ ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Today, we mourn w/ families of victims of senseless violence in #Uvalde . One of ours at ACS is one of those families, & we are heartbroken. Writing not as CEO but as a mother, wife, & daughter, let us work together to make the world a safer, loving place. Our children deserve it

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Thankful for @FLOTUS , who raised awareness about the importance of prevention and early detection in opening remarks for the #CancerMoonshot . Time to #GetScreened ! @AmericanCancer @POTUS

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

And that’s a wrap for #ASCO22 ! Kudos to ⁦ @CliffordHudis ⁩ and his team @asco for such an impactful meeting, and for partnering to improve lives with ⁦ @AmericanCancer . So good to be back in person!! #grateful

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

#Firefighters are disproportionately burdened by cancer. Through partnership between @IAFFofficial and @AmericanCancer , we are standing strong to do something about it! #ExtinguishCancer @IAFFPresident #CancerMoonshot

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Thrilled to connect with colleagues here @JFKLibrary in #Boston , and work together to solve the problem of the >200 diseases we call cancer. #CancerMoonshot @AmericanCancer @AACI_Cancer @theNCI @DanaFarber @POTUS @WHOSTP45

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 months

A special day here in SF…over 250 close colleagues gathered from all over the world to celebrate Dr Felix Feng— my friend and brother. You inspire us, Felix!! ❤️

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

11 months

What a lovely surprise! I am honored to be included amongst these incredible women. The tie that binds is that we are all motivated by the same driver— reducing the burden of cancer! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN #EveryCancerEveryLife

OncoDaily

@oncodaily

11 months

100 Influential Women in Oncology: Key Opinion Leaders to follow on Social Media in 2023: Part 5 🇺🇸🇧🇪🇪🇺🇦🇷🇧🇷 A month ago, OncoDaily began its series on ‘100 Influential Women in Oncology: Key Opinion Leaders to Follow on Social Media in 2023.’ As committed,

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

So thankful to be launching the ACS National Roundtables on Breast & Cervical Cancer on Monday @WhiteHouse with Dr. Biden + @maryjblige ! Working together, we can end cancer as we know it, for everyone. @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN @FLOTUS #EveryCancerEveryLife

The Hill

@thehill

2 years

Mary J. Blige to join Jill Biden for White House cancer roundtable

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

The data are clear— science saves lives. Grateful that Vice President Harris championed the importance of research in ending cancer as we know it, in the introduction to the new #CancerMoonshot . @AmericanCancer @VP

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

I’m proud to lead @AmericanCancer , working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone, alongside so many women in scientific leadership. Happy #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience to @AlpaVPatel , @daniels_elvan , @lwelmore0320 , and all our female incredible scientists!

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

5 years

Feeling incredibly honored to join the @AACR Board of Directors, and grateful to the AACR for leading the mission to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, collaboration, funding, and advocacy. Looking forward to serving! @KimmelCancerCtr

Margaret Foti, PhD, MD (hc)

@AACR_CEO

5 years

The 2019-2020 AACR Board of Directors is meeting here in Atlanta while the staff finalizes preparations for the opening of #AACR19 . We are grateful to have this spectacular group of scientists leading the @AACR in pursuit of our mission.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

5 years

I could not be more excited about this tremendous gift from the Kimmels in the name of research! Key partners in the effort to improve the lives of cancer patients and their families. TY Caroline and Sidney! ⁦ @KimmelCancerCtr ⁩ ⁦ @TJUHospital ⁩

Jefferson University gets $70 million gift to help pay for new research tower in Philly

The 220,000-square-foot research building is a key piece of what Jefferson’s chief executive Stephen K. Klasko called the Locust Street Research Corridor.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Thrilled to be @WhiteHouse to celebrate the Inflation Reduction Act— which creates meaningful savings for cancer patients undergoing therapy. A key step toward ending cancer as we know it, for everyone! @LLacasseACSCAN @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN @POTUS #CancerLobbyDay

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Thankful to @WhiteHouse for including the voices of patients in the #CancerMoonshot . “Patient navigation is essential”. @AmericanCancer could not agree more! Until there is a better way, ACS provides cancer navigator grants across the country thru our Patient Support pillar.

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@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Excited for the start of an all day mtg @WhiteHouse to discuss goals for the #CancerMoonshot , alongside colleagues & advocates! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN @tamron_little @LombardiCancer @WHOSTP

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Exceptional choice! Dr. Bertagnolli is an outstanding physician, scientist, innovator & transformational leader. We congratulate our Board member, and look forward to working with her in this new role to end cancer as we know it. ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩

Biden picks renowned cancer surgeon Monica Bertagnolli as NCI chief

The Biden administration has selected Monica Bertagnolli, a renowned surgical oncologist, as the next director of the National Cancer Institute, according to two sources familiar with the decision.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

5 months

This honor would not be possible without the support of our incredible @AmericanCancer Society team members, partners, and volunteers! Thank you, all!

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

5 months

Our CEO Dr. Karen Knudsen has been named to the inaugural @CNBC Changemakers list, a group of women who are setting the standard for what it takes to defy the odds, innovate and thrive in business. Congrats, Dr. Knudsen! More: #CNBCChangemakers

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

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Dr. @KimrynRathmell is an exceptional physician scientist and a voice of wisdom on how to align scientific priorities to solve for the most pressing challenges in cancer prevention, detection, and cure. I look forward to working with her toward our goals!

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

1/2: In my last post as EVP of Oncol. Services & @KimmelCancerCtr Director, I want to say what an incredible honor it has been to lead our cancer program for the last ~7 yrs. TY to providers, researchers, faculty, students, & staff who make a difference each day. #SKCCstrong !

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

It is my honor to lead ACS, and accelerate our ability to improve the lives of cancer patients & their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. TY for asking about our mission, @TheCancerLetter ! @AmericanCancer #oneACSagainstcancer

The Cancer Letter

@TheCancerLetter

3 years

. @AmerCancerCEO is the first translational bench scientist, the first cancer center director, and the first woman to run @AmericanCancer .

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

As a science based organization dedicated to improving the lives of #cancer patients & families, ACS feels compelled to ensure that all staff are #vaccinated against #COVID19 . Safety of ACS employees + the vulnerable population we serve is paramount! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN

ACSNews

@ACSNews

3 years

. @AmericanCancer adopts new #COVID19 vaccination policy mandating all staff to be fully vaccinated by November 1, 2021. By leading with #science , following the #evidence , we are dedicated to always putting people first. Read the full statement:

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Please join @AmericanCancer in raising awareness about #prostatecancer . We made progress through research on life-extending therapies, but #prostatecancer remains the second leading cause of cancer death in men. We can and must do better! #oneACSagainstcancer

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@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

To end cancer as we know it, precision oncology must be part of the solution. Toward that goal, we are thrilled that personalized medicine/life sciences/healthcare pioneer, and bona fide cancer fighter @MichaelPellini has joined the @AmericanCancer Board.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

My teammates @AmericanCancer work incredibly hard every day-- throughout the country-- to improve the lives of #cancer patients & their families. Under expert leadership, we are proud to announce the first "ACS People Dept", to support & grow our exceptional team!

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Thrilled to announce Dr. Dahut as the new ACS Chief Science Officer! A longstanding leader @thenci , he brings significant expertise across the cancer research continuum, and will lead both our exceptional intramural + extramural research programs. Welcome, Bill! @AmericanCancer

ACSNews

@ACSNews

2 years

.Dr. William Dahut Named Chief Scientific Officer for @AmericanCancer @AmerCancerCEO

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

Friend found! So excited to join forces with friend and ⁦ @TJUHospital ⁩ colleague ⁦ @AustinChiangMD ⁩ today ⁦ @WhiteHouse ⁩ , toward ending colorectal cancer as we know it, for everyone. ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ ⁦ @ACSCAN ⁩

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Dear ⁦ @Phillies ⁩ - dropping a little love & luck from ⁦ @WhiteHouse ⁩ where we ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ launched 2 new initiatives to end breast + cervical cancer, as part of the #cancermoonshot . Today starts your #moonshot — let’s go @phillies ! #WeDriveFor #RedOctober

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Thesis defense day! So excited to hear one of my incredible PhD students, @amy_mandigo present her game changing findings on RB loss on metastatic cancer. Look out world— the brilliant Dr Mandigo is coming! #WomenInSTEM @KimmelCancerCtr

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

What it looks like when 600 volunteers from all 50 states + Puerto Rico gather in DC to meet with elected officials and push for cancer research + policies that improve cancer outcomes, for everyone. This group is a FORCE! Thank you, @ACSCAN volunteers!!! #CancerLobbyDay

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

10 months

This award is a reflection of the work that our entire @AmericanCancer Society team does every day to improve the lives of cancer patients and their families! I'm honored and grateful to the @PHLBizJournal for the recognition.

American Cancer Society Philadelphia

@ACSPhiladelphia

10 months

Congrats to our @AmerCancerCEO on her @PHLBizJournal Women of Influence award!! We are so proud of her work leading @AmericanCancer in our vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

The @ACSCAN #LightsofHope ceremony brings awareness to lawmakers-- thru these lights we honor cancer patients & remind officials to step up commitment to fight cancer. Today, I celebrate treasured friends from @KimmelCancerCtr , survivors that I love with all my heart. #ATeam

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

9 months

We at the @AmericanCancer Society applaud the confirmation of @NCIDirector Dr. Bertagnolli as the next director of the @NIH . She is a true game changer!

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Cancer is a global problem with wide variation across countries. We have much to learn from each other through research. For example, just look at #BreastCancer variation! To learn more, go to or #WorldCancerDay @AmericanCancer

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Capping off an incredible 1st wk as CEO of @AmericanCancer & @ACSCAN w/ #ASCO21 . What could be better? I'm so proud to lead ACS in improving the lives of cancer patients & their families through advocacy, discovery & patient support. #researchsaveslives @ACS_Research #partners

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

A historic day here ⁦⁦ @WhiteHouse ⁩ , launching the ACS Roundtables to end breast and cervical cancer as we know it, for everyone! ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ @acscan ⁦ @arifkamalmd ⁩

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

As part of our annual commitment to the nation, ACS released the report on Cancer Facts and Figures today. Through research and advocacy, we are making progress against the >200 diseases we call cancer! @AmericanCancer How did your state do? Read here:

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Healthy living is a critical part of #cancer prevention and survivorship. Absolutely love partnering with @pat_croce , who through @AmericanCancer HEALED, inspires & leads by example. Together we are taking cancer head on! @arifkamalmd @billdahutmd @MichaelNeal_17

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Today I am not only CEO of @AmericanCancer but a thankful patient. TY @NFL for partnering thru #crucialcatch on cancer screening. TY @Eagles for raising awareness w/ACS in Philly + helping make the @KimmelCancerCtr Breast Center a reality. You are saving lives! #GoBirds ! 🦅

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

We’re thrilled to have the brilliant Dr. @loreleimucci join us @AmericanCancer as our new Director of Strategic Research Partnerships. Dr. Mucci embodies scientific & leadership excellence and will greatly accelerate our mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. @df_hcc

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

1 year

Renowned prostate cancer researcher Dr. @loreleimucci named Director of Strategic Research Partnerships at ACS. In this role, Dr. Mucci will address the alarming negative trends in prostate cancer incidence and disparities. More here:

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

7 months

Magical evening last night in DC as we celebrated the 2024 ACS Medal of Honor winner, Dr Pasi Janne from @DanaFarber . So well deserved— Dr Janne has revolutionized understanding & treatment of #lungcancer . Game changer and longstanding ACS awardee! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

While interesting, only a minority of those invited to undergo colonoscopy were actually screened. So in the end (no pun intended), what did we really learn? A different interpretation is that if someone actually WAS screened (not just invited), outcomes were better. #GetScreened

NEJM

@NEJM

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In this randomized trial involving 84,585 participants in Poland, Norway, and Sweden, the risk of colorectal cancer at 10 years was lower among those invited to undergo screening colonoscopy than among those assigned to no screening.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

4 months

I am deeply disappointed by today's news. This announcement deals a significant blow to the Biden Administration's cancer moonshot goal to end cancer as we know it by reducing tobacco use.

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network

@ACSCAN

4 months

In a major blow to public health, today the @WhiteHouse issued a shocking announcement that it is indefinitely delaying the finalization of the @US_FDA ’s rule to eliminate the sale of menthol cigarettes, with no mention of flavored cigars. #ProhibitMenthol

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

All I can say is WOW! Incredible talk from ⁦ @Kaochar2 ⁩ at the Coffey-Holden meeting. Developed new, much needed prostate cancer models. Well done Dr. Kaochar!!! ⁦ @PCF_Science ⁩

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Partners in ending cancer as we know it!

Dr. Kimryn Rathmell

@NCIDirector

3 years

. @NCIDrDougLowy and I enjoyed catching up with HHS Secretary @SecBecerra , @AmerCancerCEO , and @AACI_Cancer Executive Director Jennifer Pegher at today’s @WhiteHouse #CancerMoonshot event. We will work with our partners to supercharge the Cancer Moonshot and #EndCancerAsWeKnowIt

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

8 months

As of January 2024, lay patient navigators will become a reimbursable component of cancer care. This is a huge step toward enhancing equity in cancer care outcomes and we are grateful to grateful to the Biden administration for their support and collaboration. #TheHillHealth

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

Wishing Congressman @JoaquinCastrotx a speedy recovery. About 8,000 #carcinoid tumors and cancers are diagnosed in the #gastrointestinal tract in the US each year. Find out more: .

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

7 months

Welcome 2024-- and a historic moment in the USA! As of Jan 1, cancer patients have increased accessed to professional navigators. This is key, as navigation has been shown to improve outcomes & reduce the cancer burden. @AmericanCancer is here to help! #MedTwitter 👇

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

7 months

New! Introducing the ACS Leadership in Oncology Navigation training and credentialing program, made for oncology patient navigators who deliver essential nonclinical support. Enroll today!

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@AmerCancerCEO

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I am honored to be named to the inaugural #CNBCChangemakers list alongside these incredible women! This is a testament to the important work that our team at the @AmericanCancer Society is doing to accelerate progress toward our vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

CNBC

@CNBC

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The women named to the inaugural #CNBCChangemakers list are setting the standard for what it takes to defy the odds, innovate and thrive in a volatile business landscape. @JBoorstin explains. Full list here:

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

Feeling thankful for Coach Roy Williams, for incredible partnership in expanding access to cancer screening and cancer care in North Carolina. A true hero and gentleman! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN @UNC_Lineberger @CoachesvsCancer @NaismithTrophy #NaismithAwards

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

An honor so well deserved— hearty congratulations Dr Paskett on receiving the ACS-ASCO award for her impact on cancer prevention. THANK YOU for what you do, Electra! You inspire us all. @AmericanCancer @ASCO @e_paskett @OSUCCC_James #ASCO22

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

So honored today to be welcomed into ⁦ @FDNY ⁩ Engine 55, where we kicked off the partnership of ACS and IAFF— battling together to extinguish cancer. These are true heroes! ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ ⁦ @IAFFNewsDesk ⁩ ⁦

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

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As a PhD candidate in 1991, I could have never predicted having dinner w/ the brilliant Dr Maniatis & @gulleyj1 ⁩, debating how to protect privacy after whole genome sequencing. Life is good. Cancer research saves lives! ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩ ⁦⁦ #EveryCancerEveryLife

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Concerning: We are behind in protecting the next generation from HPV-induced cancers. ACS is linking arms with health systems across the nation to reverse the troubling trend in HPV vaccination. Let's not let COVID-19 get in the way of cancer prevention!! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

Interesting study! As someone who started off in science studying TY1 retrotransposons ⁦ @theNCI ⁩ in the late 80s, I could have never predicted this! Yet another reason why funding basic science is key for improving human health. ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩

Pan-cancer analysis identifies tumor-specific antigens derived from transposable elements

Nature Genetics - Analysis of multiple tumor types, cancer cell lines and adult tissues identifies tumor-specific transposable-element-chimeric transcripts. Mass spectrometry data confirm that many...

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@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

ACS is deeply concerned about the continued impact of COVID-19 on cancer patients. We require vaccines for all staff & volunteers who interact with cancer patients, and encourage health systems and other public health organizations to implement similar guidelines. @AmericanCancer

ACSNews

@ACSNews

3 years

. @AmericanCancer is speaking out on behalf of cancer patients and their families to support vaccination mandates for health care workers. Read the full statement:

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@AmerCancerCEO

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It’s a very good day when spent sharing ideas with the visionary @e_paskett ! An incredible force for good who puts patients first in her approach to cancer science and reducing cancer disparities. #CancerMoonshot @AmericanCancer

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Thank you, @PCF_Science for this incredible honor! I am so grateful to PCF for serving as a major catalyst for discoveries that help men with #ProstateCancer , and look forward to the #PCFRetreat ! @AmericanCancer

PCF Science

@PCF_Science

3 years

@PCFnews At 11:25AM ET, please join #PCFRetreat for the @PCFnews #WomenInScience Award Lecture by Dr. Karen Knudsen @AmerCancerCEO . Dr. Knudsen is a #ProstateCancer researcher & former EVP of Oncology Services & Enterprise Director of @KimmelCancerCtr , now CEO of @AmericanCancer & @ASCAN .

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@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

On behalf of all ACS, I'd like to shout THANK YOU to our *incredible* 2022 @AmericanCancer Board Chair, @MarquardtGlobal . As CEO, I could not have asked for a better Board partner as we work across the nation to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. #EveryCancerEveryLife

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@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

While tomorrow brings celebration with my own family on #Thanksgiving , today I'd like to express immense gratitude & thanks for my awesome "work family" @AmericanCancer . It really doesn't get better than this! 💕 #ExecutiveDreamTeam 🙏 #FeelingGrateful #EveryCancerEveryLife

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

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On this #InternationalWomensDay , I’d like to share my gratitude for the incredibly accomplished women that I have the privilege to work with on the @AmericanCancer Society executive team. These women are a force!

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

7 months

Today, the @AmericanCancer Society released our 2024 Cancer Facts and Figures report. The data reveal that over 2 million NEW cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in the U.S. These findings underscore the importance of cancer prevention & screening.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

"It Takes All of Us to Intercept Cancer". Thank you, @NFL for partnering with @AmericanCancer in our efforts to save lives from cancer. A crucial catch, indeed! #CrucialCatch

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Hello, Pittsburgh! Excited and honored to give the Ronald B. Herberman Lecture tomorrow at the @UPMCHillmanCC Retreat, and exchanging ideas about the latest advances in cancer cures with UPMC colleagues. Can’t wait! @AmericanCancer @UPMCnews

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

So proud to lead an organization that not only understands the importance of increasing diversity in the #cancer workforce, but actively funds and orchestrates programs to promote women leaders in #oncology . On behalf of all @AmericanCancer , Happy #InternationalWomensDay !

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

2 years

Today on #InternationalWomensDay we are grateful for the inspiring group of leaders, researchers, volunteers & all of the incredible women who innovate, empower, give selflessly, and fiercely pave the way toward a world without cancer.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

5 years

Excited to start @AACI_Cancer and @AACR Hill Day. Kicking off the day with some of my favorite cancer leaders. Cancer research saves lives! @RoyJensenMD @DrSarcoma @AACRPres @KimmelCancerCtr @weinerg

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

President Biden summarizes the #CancerMoonshot - “bringing a new urgency to the fight against cancer…change the culture, increase cooperation…”. Could not agree more. Partnerships are key for ending cancer as we know it, for everyone. @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN @POTUS

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

It's official! ACS commends @POTUS for the brilliant choice of @theNCI director, @AmericanCancer Board member @bertignollim . Dr. B is a strong advocate for impactful science + reducing cancer disparities. We look forward to working w/ her in this new role!

President Biden Intends to Appoint Dr. Monica Bertagnolli as Director of the National Cancer...

Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint Dr. Monica Bertagnolli as the 16th – and first woman – Director of the National Cancer

www.whitehouse.gov

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

THANK YOU to all to the partners & volunteers who have joined forces with ACS to support #cancer patients and families in the #Ukraine , and those who have been displaced by the invasion. Read here to find out how you can help! @AmericanCancer @ASCO @KimmelCancerCtr

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

2 years

Cancer resources, in-language information, and support are available to all patients with cancer, their caregivers, and the oncology research and care community in Ukraine and Central and Eastern Europe.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

I am so proud of what we've been able to achieve in just one year since the reignition of the Cancer Moonshot. From the creation of new national roundtables to the funding of cutting-edge research programs, we are accelerating progress to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

President Biden

@POTUS

2 years

One year ago, Jill and I reignited the Cancer Moonshot to end cancer as we know it today. Since then, we've announced over 25 new programs to close the screening gap, address environmental exposure, decrease preventable cancers, move cutting-edge research forward, and more.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

So glad to connect @WhiteHouse with friends & colleagues who partner with @AmericanCancer in the fight against cancer. A beautiful holiday evening! @mpdrc @DrRobWinn @BrianJCostello @UCSFCancer @StJude @nes047 @ACSCAN #EveryCancerEveryLife

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

4 years

Honored to be amongst the many amazing and inspiring women of GU oncology! Looking forward to seeing you all this week @asco GU! #GU20

Amina Zoubeidi

@AminaZoubeidi

4 years

Happy international #WomenScienceDay to inspiring, amazing scientists and role models @SKCCDirector @mishabeltran @loreleimucci @FrancescaBZNY @AndreaMiyahira @LoebStacy @Kaochar2 @BevanLab @aaparicioMD @Ecastromarcos @Fletcher_C @Eva46653369 @PCF_Science

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

4 years

And that’s a wrap, folks! The happy faces say it all. Thank you so much to the GU community that came out in record numbers for #GU20 , to the ASCO-GU planning comm, amazing faculty/presenters, @asco staff, and the exceptional Chair-Elect Dr Boorjian! Can’t wait for #GU21 !!

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Yes indeed— the biggest day every year for ACS. Major wins against cervical cancer in our report (TY, HPV vaccination!) but a serious call to action for prostate cancer… a +5% y/y shift to diagnosis of advanced disease. We can and must act! @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN

Toni Choueiri, MD

@DrChoueiri

2 years

JUST IN: The paper we all quote every year is out: "Cancer statistics, 2023" @CAonline Despite #COVID19 , death continued to decline from 2019 to 2020 (-1.5%). This is a 33% overall reduction since 1991 & estimated 3.8 million deaths averted! @OncoAlert

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Standing strong with ~3000 ACS teammates, working in >5000 communities across the USA, alongside 1.5M volunteers/yr, on behalf of all 1.9M in the country who will hear the words “you have cancer” this year. Every Cancer. Every Life. #OneACSagainstcancer

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

2 years

Today we re-introduce ourselves as the only organization improving the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat and survive cancer. #EveryCancerEveryLife

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

So excited to be with fellow oncology leaders at #ASCO22 , and especially these two incredible women! ⁦ @ERPlimackMD ⁩ ⁦ @DrWinkfield ⁩ ⁦ @AmericanCancer ⁩

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Phenomenal talk by Dr. Feng @UCSFCancer on the intersection of clinical genomics & functional genomics. Terrific example of how #cancerresearch informs clinical advances. @PCF_Science

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

While Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery in the US, its effects can still be felt in the health disparities facing the Black community. As we reflect, I’d like to share some of these concerning trends & the work that @AmericanCancer & @ACSCAN are doing in response.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Our hearts go out to Mr. Abloh's family. There is much to learn re: the causes of rare cancers like cardiac angiosarcoma, and to develop effective treatments. You have our commitment to keep pushing the frontiers of #cancerresearch until every cancer is cured. @AmericanCancer

The New York Times

@nytimes

3 years

Virgil Abloh, the barrier-breaking Black designer whose ascent to the heights of the traditional luxury industry changed what was possible in fashion, died on Sunday. He was 41.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Inspiring close to 1st night of #IAFF56th , spending time with IAFF members from across N. America and their incredible leader @IAFFPresident . Plans in full motion to reduce cancer amongst these brave individuals who work every day to save lives! @AmericanCancer #ExtinguishCancer

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Happening now: hundreds of ACS volunteer leaders from across the nation laying out strategy to accelerate improving the lives of #cancer patients & their families. Thankful for leadership and commitment to mission. Cancer patients can’t wait! @AmericanCancer #ACSImpactTogether

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

5 years

Record attendance, AGAIN for @asco #gu19 ! A reflection of how quickly this field is moving and the importance of ASCO-GU for presenting the latest findings & sharing best practices.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Happening now: Dr. Bertagnolli lays out priorities for @theNCI toward supporting cutting edge research that will reduce the burden of cancer and advance society. Love the emphasis on measurable goals and a focus on health equity! @NCIDirector @AmericanCancer

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

Thank you, @BrookeShields for helping us to spread the word, and to help end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. #GrabYourGirls #GetScreened #EveryCancerEveryLife @AmericanCancer

Brooke Shields

@BrookeShields

2 years

October is #BreastCancerAwareness Month and we’re sharing the most important message you can hear: Get yourself checked. I’m joining the @AmericanCancer to remind ALL of us, no matter your age, to Grab Your Girls and Get Screened. So…mammogram party, anyone? 💗

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@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

Cancer impacts everyone, but it doesn’t impact everyone equally. This #PrideMonth , it’s important to recognize the disproportionate cancer burden facing the LGBTQ+ community and what we at the @AmericanCancer Society are doing to reverse these concerning statistics:

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Happening now: ACS volunteers across the country convene w/ an expert panel to expedite health equity & equitable cancer care. A refreshingly authentic conversation and call to action for ACS to lead the way across the thousands of communities we serve. @AmericanCancer @ACSCAN

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

Excellent news: I am thrilled to welcome @MarquardtGlobal as the next Chair of the @AmericanCancer Board. He is an incredible leader, & shares our mission to improve the lives of cancer patients & their families. #oneACSagainstcancer #LeadershipMatters !

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 months

Stronger together with my friend @CliffordHudis ! @AmericanCancer Society + @ASCO = helping patients better find cancer information online. Find out more at

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

1 year

When prostate cancer is found in its advanced stages, the likelihood of survival is 32%. When detected in early stages, the 5-year survival rate is nearly 100%. Through #PSAforHIM and more access to screening, there’s hope for Black men and for all individuals at high risk.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

3 years

So enthusiastic about our 1st Chief Patient Officer, @arifkamalmd ! Our patient support pillar touches millions of lives/yr thru education, transportation, lodging, navigation, prev. & screening— under Dr. Kamal we will further increase our impact. Game changer! @AmericanCancer

American Cancer Society

@AmericanCancer

3 years

We’re thrilled to announce that @arifkamalmd will be joining the American Cancer Society as the inaugural Chief Patient Officer on Feb. 1, leading the #PatientSupport team to improve the lives of #cancer patients and their families.

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

What a great start to Saturday! Bumped into friend and cancer center leader colleague @NeliMUlrich at the SLC airport on my way home to #Philadelphia ! @huntsmancancer @AmericanCancer @Phillies @AACI_Cancer #WeDriveFor #EveryCancerEverylife

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Karen Knudsen, MBA PhD

@AmerCancerCEO

2 years

ACS’s first-ever Chief Patient Officer is making a major difference. Orchestrating efforts in >5000 communities for patient education, navigation, transportation and lodging programs, + prevention and screening initiatives across the US, @arifkamalmd is a force! @AmericanCancer

Arif Kamal MD, MBA, MHS

@arifkamalmd

2 years

Appreciate the feature in @DukeMedSchool “Alumni Making a Difference” - it takes a village to treat the whole person, and I’m thankful for great colleagues at @DukeCancer @DukePallCare #hapc

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