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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · May 21

In the ER with dad, I went to the bathroom and a code was called, I have never prayed so hard not to hear the number 82

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Gravel Influencer @gravelinfluencer.bsky.social · May 16

From @hsph.harvard.edu on Instagram. In FY 25, 46% of the school's budget came from federal grants.

Thinking of the many friends I have at Harvard Chan right now who just want to do work that will make the world healthier.

Yesterday afternoon, scientists across Harvard Chan School learned the government had abruptly terminated their research.
Nearly every single one of the school's direct federal grants was terminated.
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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · May 17

Honored to receive this recognition by Leaders in Healthcare as the 2025 Rising Star Woman in Healthcare.

Gracias Totales!

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Florez Lab @florezlab.bsky.social · May 16

✨ It’s so shiny we can’t stop staring or taking📸👀🌟
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
Rising Star Women Leader in Healthcare Award just arrived and it’s giving serious disco ball energy 💃🏽💫 (just like her plant hehe✨)

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The Cancer Letter @cancerletter.com · May 17

Tom Lynch (@fredhutch.bsky.social) and Skip Burris (@scri.com) on how NIH funding cuts imperil biopharma innovation—and cost patient lives. In a time of uncertainty, “react to the knowns, not the fear”
https://cancerletter.com/podcastc/20250516_1/

The Directors: Tom Lynch and Skip Burris on how NIH funding cuts imperil biopharma innovation—and cost patient lives In a time of uncertainty, “react to the knowns, not the fear”...

Thomas J. Lynch Jr. and Howard A. “Skip” Burris III lead two institutions that couldn’t be more different—an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center on one side of the country and a for-profit research enterprise on the other—but they stay up at nights worrying about the same thing: “Changing the paradigm of how research is funded and […]

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · May 17

Humans are built resilient and some decide to use their struggles to excel

Each time I visit “La Casa Azul” - Frida Kahlo’s house, I am reminded that I can find joy during the dark days & dare to be my true self

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Lung Cancer Research Foundation @lcrf.org · Apr 28

Women have unique challenges when facing a #LungCancer diagnosis. Drs. Narjust Florez and Isabel Preeshagul will address them during our May 14 Together Separately livestream, Women and Lung Cancer. Join us at 4 pm ET - sign up at LCRF.org/together. #WomenLC @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social

Together Separately: Women and Lung Cancer - Lung Cancer Research Foundation

Narjust Florez, MD, Associate Director of the Cancer Care Equity Program and thoracic medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center, will join us once again for our popular Women and […]

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IASLC @iaslc.bsky.social · Apr 29

On #LungCancerConsidered this week, @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social & Dr. Mihaela Aldea talk about RET-positive NSCLC: diagnostic hurdles, treatment choices & more!

🎧 Tune in: bit.ly/TL25RET

#TexasLung25 #NSCLC

What You Should Know About RET-Positive NSCLC: Live from TexasLung25 | IASLC

In this episode of Lung Cancer Considered, host Dr. Narjust Florez leads a discussion live from the Texas Lung Cancer Conference with Dr. Mihaela Aldea about th ...

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Yvonne Diaz @yvonnediaz.bsky.social · May 6

Dr @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social doesn’t shy away from tough, taboo topics. @lungevity.bsky.social #HopeSummit, she led a powerful convo on how cancer affects identity, relationships, intimacy & sexual health. Her message: you deserve care, pleasure & to feel whole.

Great party favours

#LCSM

Five female lung Cancer Patient Advocates with leading thoracic oncologist, Dr Narjust Florez

Photo of Yvonne Diaz, lung Cancer Patient Advocate with leading thoracic oncologist, Dr Narjust Florez

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Latinasinmedicine @latinasinmed.bsky.social · May 9

Dra. @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social D es la líder que necesitamos en la Junta Directiva de la IASLC.
Visionaria. Inclusiva. Valiente.

¿Necesitas más razones para votar por la Dra. Flórez?
✔️ Tiene una visión clara
✔️ Toma acción
✔️ Tiene un historial de impacto

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Florez Lab @florezlab.bsky.social · May 9

🎙 Together, Separately: Lung Cancer & Women
Join @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
& Dr. Preeshagul
in an important conversation on lung cancer and women’s health.
🗓 May 14
🕓 4 PM – 5:00 PM (ET)

📍 Don’t miss this powerful dialogue on disparities, advocacy, and change.
#HearHer
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Together Separately: Women and Lung Cancer - Lung Cancer Research Foundation

Narjust Florez, MD, Associate Director of the Cancer Care Equity Program and thoracic medical oncologist at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center, will join us once again for our popular Women and […]

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Dana-Farber News @danafarbernews.bsky.social · May 13

Years after @ascocancer.bsky.social adopted respectful language guidelines, a study shows noncompliance is widespread. Speaking with @oncologynews.bsky.social, coauthor @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social @danafarber.bsky.social continues pushing for change in how patients are spoken about. bit.ly/3EQoBF5

ASCO Abstracts Show Persistent Noncompliance With Language of Respect Guidelines

Although ASCO adopted guidelines on using language of respect for patients and professionals in 2020, a recent study found that compliance is still sorely lacking.

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Florez Lab @florezlab.bsky.social · May 14

📢 That’s why we’re voting for Dr. @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social a trailblazer in research, mentorship, and global equity in cancer care.
📅 Don’t miss your chance to make an impact.
📩 Check your email for a ballot from [email protected]
🗓️ Deadline to vote: May 22

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Florez Lab @florezlab.bsky.social · May 1

New article alert!!!!
@healthcentral.bsky.social
Making Cancer Clinical Trials Work for Everyone, featuring commentary from
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Dana-Farber News @danafarbernews.bsky.social · Apr 25

#AACR25 kicks off today and we’re proud to highlight exciting #headandneck, #breastcancer, #lungcancer and #cancersurvivorship research studies presented by @danafarber.bsky.social faculty. Check out the highlights here: bit.ly/4jLGH9Q

Dana-Farber faculty-led research at #AACR25

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 24

From discussing young lung ca to the increasing incidence in women, the last 24 hrs in Cali, Colombia were full exchange of ideas

Desde discusiones sobre el ca de pulmón en jóvenes hasta el aumento de casos en mujeres, las últimas 24 hrs en Cali, Colombia estuvieron llenas de intercambio de ideas

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 24

Two great days in Medellin full of discussion about ALK + lung cancer and new friendships and collaborations.

Dos días en Medellín llenos de discusiones sobre el cancer de pulmón ALK + y nuevas amistades y colaboraciones.

Como decía Cerati - Gracias Totales!!

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 24

We often forget what we have accomplished when only looking to what is next

we couldn’t have done it without our team (CM, LW, K, S, BB, J) & the best co-host @StephenVLiu

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 24

As I reflect in the future, I realized the hard work and love we have put into the @IASLC podcast

We extended our reach by introducing episodes in new languages

Brought to stage early investigators from many regions

Added discussions about sexual health, financial toxicity & more

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IASLC @iaslc.bsky.social · Apr 22

Live at #TexasLung25, @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social hosts Drs. Eric Singhi & Misty Shields on a new episode of #LungCancerConsidered for a talk on patient education & communication in oncology.

🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/TL25LCC

#TexasLung25 #patientadvocacy #oncology

Excuse me, What? Top Recommendations for Effective Patient Communication in Oncology: Live from TexasLung25 | IASLC

In this episode of Lung Cancer Considered, host Dr. Narjust Florez leads a discussion live from the Texas Lung Cancer Conference with Dr. Eric Singhi and Dr. Mi ...

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Fumiko Ladd Chino, MD FASCO @fumikochino.bsky.social · Apr 19

✅ Vote FLOREZ!

Dr @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social Is running for the @iaslc.bsky.social Board of Directors.

Her entire career has been dedicated to:

👉 Improving outcomes for people with #lungCancer
👉 Innovative research & ideas
👉 Strong mentorship to the next gen in #lcsm

🗳️ Undesignated Group # 4

ELECTION
TIME
VOTE FOR
DR. NARJUST FLOREZ
For The 2025 IASLC Undesignated
Board Seat #4
"Together we can make a difference!"

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Toni Choueiri, MD @drchoueiri.bsky.social · Apr 19

Our own @danafarber.bsky.social Dr. @NarjustFlorezMD is running for @iaslc.bsky.social Board. Let us support NJ! @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 20

From podcast host (since 2021) to 2024 WCLC Chair, it has been my honor to work with @IASLC to improve current practices, integrate new voices and bring patients to the forefront.

And will continue with the same mission

Election is open!

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 19

Thank you! Your trust means so much!

Undesignated seat #4

Faces of Lung Cancer @dhendrickson.bsky.social · Apr 19

She is a force of nature.

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Narjust Florez, MD, FASCO @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social · Apr 19

Thank you friend - the sister that @ascocancer.bsky.social gifted me more than 10 years ago.

Across a poster hall, I found a life-long friend.

Please vote!

Fumiko Ladd Chino, MD FASCO @fumikochino.bsky.social · Apr 19

✅ Vote FLOREZ!

Dr @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social Is running for the @iaslc.bsky.social Board of Directors.

Her entire career has been dedicated to:

👉 Improving outcomes for people with #lungCancer
👉 Innovative research & ideas
👉 Strong mentorship to the next gen in #lcsm

🗳️ Undesignated Group # 4

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