Bob Riter

Waiting for a Call From the Oncologist

Posted May 11th, 2016

Waiting is one of the most intense feelings because the good news is really good and the bad news is often life-changing. You know that you’re supposed to silence your cell phone when you’re in a meeting. Exceptions are permitted if it’s truly important, and few calls are more important than calls from your oncologist. […]

Bob Riter

Don’t be an Obnoxious Patient

Posted June 30th, 2014

I sometimes hear people say that the best way to get good health care is to be obnoxious. By this, they mean that you should demand that the doctor see you immediately, or that you should demand that your needs be met first. Let me give you some advice: Don’t be obnoxious. It always works […]

I wish u knew

I wish u knew… the role of cancer biology and genetics in cancer

Posted December 13th, 2012

Dr. Rebbeck talks about the role of cancer biology and genetics in cancer research and applying that to clinical care.

I wish u knew

I wish u knew… providing care at the end of life is a privilege

Posted October 22nd, 2012

As an oncologist, Dr. Giantonio provides care for many patients at the end of life, which he describes as a privilege and rewarding.