Henry Ford Hermelin Brain Tumor Center

12/20/2025

Exciting news from Henry Ford Health!

As we prepare for the opening of our Henry Ford + MSU Research Center in mid-2027, faculty recruitment is in full swing. Our current campaign is looking to bring 10 new cancer researchers on board, with even more specialties planned for 2026. Once open, the center will host approximately 40 Henry Ford P*s, plus an additional 40 researchers recruited through the Henry Ford + MSU partnership over the next five years.

Several Henry Ford research programs will be relocating to this state-of-the-art facility, including:
• CIGMA Laboratory
• Dermatology
• Hematology/Oncology
• Hypertension
• Neuroscience
• Radiation Oncology
• Urology
• Women’s Health

This center will be the first space brought to life as part of our Future of Health, and we couldn’t be more proud. A huge thank you to everyone involved in planning and constructing this incredible facility — it’s thrilling to imagine the breakthroughs, collaborations, and discoveries that will come from this accessible, innovative space.

The future of research is almost here, and it’s bright!

12/19/2025

Today we want to share Traci's
https://www.henryford.com/services/brain-tumors/patient-stories/traci
If you want to learn more about the minimally invasive treatment options we have here at the Hermelin Brain Tumor Center please contact us at 3131-916-2713 to schedule an appointment.

Nurse practitioner Traci Van Gorden had a partial focal seizure After an EEG and MRI, a deep-seated brain tumor was found.

12/17/2025

12/16/2025

Flexing our sequencing depth! 🧬

We are truly in awe of the speed, scale, and depth of data generated by the NovaSeq X, Illumina’s latest high-throughput sequencing platform. With dramatically increased throughput, faster run times, and exceptional data quality, the NovaSeq X allows us to analyze more samples, more deeply, and more efficiently than ever before. This capability is critical in precision medicine, helping us tailor treatments based on each patient’s unique tumor profile and make more informed decisions in the fight against brain cancer.

With sincere gratitude to Lisa Whiteley and Dhan Chitale. Your collaboration, leadership, and commitment to innovation made bringing this advanced technology into patient care possible. Thank you for what you do every day for our patients and their families.

12/15/2025

Grab a sweet treat, you've earned it! Today is National Cupcake Day and we hope you have a chance to enjoy a sweet treat with your favorite people.

12/14/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Benjamin Movsas, medical director of Henry Ford Cancer and Chair of Radiation Oncology, on his latest presentation at the 2025 ASTRO Annual Meeting. His study offered important new insight for patients with limited-stage small cell lung cancer, showing that twice-daily radiation may support better long-term quality of life compared to once-daily treatment. Building on prior work, this analysis adds meaningful evidence to a long-running question in the field and highlights our team’s commitment to advancing care in ways that truly matter to patients.

12/13/2025

Today begins the last week of Fall. Be sure to enjoy the last of all your favorite Fall treats and activities. Now is also a good time to begin the think about winter wellness tips. Check out this blog post from Henry Ford Live Well: https://www.henryford.com/blog/2024/01/winter-wellness-checklist

12/12/2025

We’re excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at how Henry Ford Neurosurgery is helping shape the future of surgical care in our community! As part of the Destination Grand project — a transformative $2.2 billion expansion of the Henry Ford Health campus — our team has been actively involved in selecting state-of-the-art equipment for the new operating rooms that will serve patients for decades to come.

From cutting-edge surgical technologies to specialized tools tailored for complex neurosurgical procedures, our Neurosurgery team brought valuable clinical insight to ensure the ORs are optimized for precision, safety, and innovation. These decisions help guarantee that our new facility will be equipped to provide world-class care across a wide range of specialties.

A huge thank you to everyone who’s contributed to this milestone — your expertise and dedication are helping bring Destination Grand to life as a leading academic medical center for patients in Detroit and beyond!

Watch how Team Henry Ford is experiencing and evaluating OR equipment for this incredible project:

Our new hospital in Detroit is taking shape in a big way. Now, it’s time to think about the equipment that will go in into our new operating rooms. And who b...

12/11/2025

We recognize that our patients rely not only on the care they receive here at Henry Ford, but also on the care they receive from family and friends. We salute all our caregivers and want to share the caregiver resources offered by Henry Ford Cancer.

Click here to learn more about caregiver resources: https://www.henryford.com/services/cancer/support/caregivers

12/10/2025

We sure hope you'll be able to join us on Thursday. Please RSVP at henryford.com/cancersupport. Email Nestelynn at ngay1@hfhs.org

12/09/2025

One of the more frequently asked questions we hear is, "What is the difference between Primary and Metastatic brain tumors?" Here's the answer.

Jack Rock, M.D., a neurosurgeon at Henry Ford Health System, explains the difference between metastatic brain tumors and primary brain tumors. Dr. Rock is pa...

12/08/2025

!!! PLEASE NOTE THAT TONIGHTS BRAIN TUMOR SUPPORT GROUP MEETING IS CANCELLED DUE THE INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS !!!