When Debbie P. learned that a small “ground glass” spot on her right lung, one that had been monitored for years, was actually adenocarcinoma, she suddenly found herself facing the unthinkable. “From my first appointment with the surgeon, he [...]
For Kim Goodloe, family and community have always been at the center of her life. She and her husband, high school sweethearts who just celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary, spend their time surrounded by their children, [...]
Celebrity Chef AJ, a plant-based chef, author, and media personality who promotes healthy living, was diagnosed with stage 3 (III) lung cancer in December 2024. Chef AJ's story has inspired many people who are facing similar challenges. Her new YouTube series, [...]
When Sven de Jong’s wife, Elizabeth, was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2016, they made a commitment to share Elizabeth’s story to raise awareness about the disease. They attended GO2’s Lung Cancer Voices Summit for the first time in [...]
Aurora was diagnosed with stage 3 (III) EGFR lung cancer in 2021 when she was 28 years old. Having immigrated from the Philippines, her doctors thought that she had tuberculosis or an infection. Given her young age, her doctor [...]
GO2 for Lung Cancer's Associate Director, National Events, Bridget Purchatzke, makes it her mission to raise funds that provide patient support services, conduct cutting-edge research, and propel federal advocacy work for the lung cancer community. She is a part [...]
Lung cancer advocate Ronnie F. has nearly a decade of experience raising awareness about the disease in his wife’s memory. In 2013, Joan, an active woman with no smoking history, was misdiagnosed for 3 weeks before doctors discovered she [...]
Showcasing innovations and progress transforming lung cancer survivorship On June 13, 2024, GO2 for Lung Cancer hosted an Evening of Excellence in New York City to discuss innovations and progress in lung cancer screening, treatment, and survivorship. Nearly 100 [...]
Jasmine Huang, MD, is a thoracic surgeon who focuses on thoracic oncology, particularly the surgical treatment of lung cancer. As part of her responsibilities, she performs lung resection surgeries on early-stage lung cancer patients—a pathway to a cure. Lung [...]
David lives in Arlington, VA, with his wife, Lisa, son, Ethan (6), and daughter, Liv (3). He is a passionate supporter of the Baltimore Ravens, Washington Capitals, Baltimore Orioles, and Penn Men’s Lacrosse, of which he was captain in [...]