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First Black Woman Leads Top Cancer Center | Richmond News
Dr. Monica Baskin just shattered barriers, becoming the first Black woman to lead a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center — and she’s already turning her vision into action at VCU’s Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center. Facing stark racial disparities in cancer outcomes, where Black patients suffer higher death rates despite being diagnosed less often, Dr. Baskin is determined to fix the system. With hundreds of researchers under her leadership, she’s not only advancing treatments and prevention but also reshaping medical training to reflect diverse communities. Her personal…
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