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The Importance of Expert Opinions After a GIST Diagnosis

August 7th 2025, 1:00pm

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Getting an expert opinion is essential after a rare cancer diagnosis like GIST, as each patient’s situation is unique, according to Dr. Weijing Sun.

How GIST Differs From Other GI Cancers

July 31st 2025, 3:00pm

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Unlike most GI cancers, GIST starts in supportive stromal tissue, not surface cells, and is classified as a sarcoma, says Dr. Weijing Sun.

Understanding How GIST Is Diagnosed and What Patients Should Know

July 24th 2025, 8:00pm

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Dr. Weijing Sun discussed how GIST is typically diagnosed, as well as what tests are commonly used to confirm the diagnosis.

Coping With a Rare Cancer Diagnosis, Like GIST

July 15th 2025, 6:59pm

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Dr. Breelyn Wilky discusses challenges that patients with GIST face and shares advice with those who feel overwhelmed by the rarity of their condition.

Second Opinions Key for Those Newly Diagnosed With GIST

July 14th 2025, 1:00pm

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Dr. Breelyn Wilky urged newly diagnosed GIST patients to seek support from peers and advocacy groups, and to consult experts, even if care stays local.

Diagnosing GIST: Key Challenges and Treatment Insights

July 9th 2025, 8:00pm

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Dr. Breelyn Wilky explains how vague symptoms and testing challenges delay GIST diagnoses; however, molecular testing can help guides treatment decisions.

GIST Expert Urges Patients to Seek Specialized Second Opinions

June 30th 2025, 1:00pm

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Dr. Breelyn Wilky stresses the importance of expert guidance and second opinions for patients with GIST, as treatment options continue to evolve rapidly.

What Patients With GIST Should Know About Their Disease

June 25th 2025, 4:00pm

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Dr. Breelyn Wilky discusses some of the most recent advancements in GIST treatment, as well as touched on the role of personalized therapy.

Personalized Therapy Helps Tailor Treatment for GIST

June 20th 2025, 3:00pm

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Dr. Breelyn Wilky explains that personalized treatments are helping improve outcomes for patients with gastrointestinal stromal tumors.

HT-KIT Shows Activity in Rare KIT-Driven Cancers, Preclinical Data Finds

May 28th 2025, 7:00pm

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Preclinical data has showing compelling findings for HT-KIT among patients with rare and aggressive KIT-driven cancers, including GIST and some leukemias.