Carolina BioOncology Institute

03/30/2026

💙 Today, we celebrate National Doctors Day and the physicians who make our mission possible.

At Carolina BioOncology Institute, we are proud to recognize John Powderly and Neel Gandhi for their dedication to advancing cancer care and research.

From pioneering immunotherapy research to leading Phase I clinical trials, their work brings hope, innovation, and compassionate care to every patient they serve.

Thank you for your commitment to improving lives and pushing oncology forward every day. 🌹

03/26/2026

If you know any undergraduates or high school students interested in the medical field, please share this with them. It is a free virtual call and everyone is welcome!

We are excited to announce that, in collaboration with empowerminds, the AWIS-NC Mentorship Program will be hosting a webinar as part of the empowerminds Spring Webinar Series. This event is specifically designed for our younger generation of future physicians. Please feel free to share this invitation with anyone who might be interested, including high school students and friends.

The webinar will be hosted by Dr. Christina Albert, Physician, Family Care and Obstetrics, adjunct faculty, Wake Forest University School of Medicine. Join Dr. Albert to learn more about the path to becoming a physician, from courses you can take in high school and pre-med requirements & research experience in college to entering medical school and the final path towards becoming a doctor.

EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday, March 31st
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM EST
Location: Online Zoom Webinar

For any questions, please contact empowermindsyouth@gmail.com
Register by scanning the QR code or at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3DQvJ82DZ8DkfVD4pAnG1_8BZUp3oSYbfKfQY-eLM5Ez4nw/viewform.

03/19/2026

Join us next week virtually or at the BioTech Center in RTP for an insightful session on advancing cell and gene therapy manufacturing. We’re excited to hear from Dr. John Powderly, our Founder and CEO, as he shares his vision for Carolina BioOncology Institute & Biocytics to bring individualized regenerative medicines to community-based clinical trial networks with point of care manufacturing at regional human application labs.

Together with industry leaders, we’ll explore how collaboration and ex*****on can accelerate life-changing treatments from discovery to patients.

💡 Free registration, secure your spot now: https://hopeisnotaworkflow.com/

03/18/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s! Luck is worth celebrating but in cancer care, innovation is what truly changes lives🍀

This St. Patrick’s Day, we recognize the power of science, from early detection tests to early-phase clinical trials.

Carolina BioOncology Institute advances immuno-oncology research through Phase I clinical trials, while Biocytics is committed to bring personalized cutting-edge cell therapies to market through development and collaboration.

Together, we’re working toward a future where better outcomes are built on precision, not just luck.

03/11/2026

🚀 Big news at BioCytics! We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Koray Atalag and Dr. Colby Ford to our Informatics Advisory Board.

Their expertise in digital health, genomics, and cloud AI will help drive innovation in autologous cell therapy and precision oncology.

Please join us in giving them a warm welcome! 💙

03/11/2026

💙 Investing in education means better care for our patients.

Our Nurse Practitioner, Caroline Mastrosante, and Physician Assistants, Carson Kirby and Sydney Noldin, recently attended the Advanced Practice Providers (APP) Oncology Summit, a national gathering of oncology providers focused on the latest evidence-based strategies and patient-centered care.

At Carolina BioOncology Institute, we bring these insights back to our patients every day, ensuring they have access to the newest advances and Phase I clinical trials.

We’re proud of our team for staying at the forefront of oncology care and research.

02/24/2026

This month we honor Gallbladder & Bile Duct cancer patients. 💚

Did you know:
• Gallbladder cancer is more common in women, partly due to higher rates of gallstones.
• Chronic inflammation increases risk.
• In parts of Southeast Asia, bile duct cancer rates are higher due to liver fluke infections.
• Chronic Salmonella infections can increase gallbladder cancer risk.

These cancers are rare and often diagnosed at advanced stages. Awareness matters, especially for rare cancers.

02/21/2026

Lately, we’ve shared many hopeful milestones at Carolina BioOncology Institute. But the reality of advanced cancer is that not every story ends the way we wish it would.

This month, we pause to acknowledge the patients who are still fighting, the families carrying the weight of uncertainty, and those we have lost.

Stage IV cancer is complex and deeply human. It demands resilience from patients, loved ones, and care teams alike. As a Phase I research site, our role is to provide access to innovative clinical trials, support difficult decisions, and continue advancing treatments so future outcomes can be different.

We honor every patient and every journey — not only the victories.

02/17/2026

At Carolina BioOncology Institute, what we love most is our people.

The physicians, research coordinators, nurses, and the staff who show up every day for patients navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Compassion is at the heart of clinical research. Here is a glimpse of the team behind the work. 💙

02/01/2026

Science adapts, even to snow ❄️ The clinic will be closed to patients Monday February 2nd and Tuesday the 3rd due to winter weather. All appointments have been rescheduled.

Our team is working remotely and remains available for questions or any adverse event reporting. For urgent or emergent concerns, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Stay safe and warm, we will see you very soon.

11/21/2025

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from all of us at Carolina BioOncology Institute and BioCytics! 👻🎃

Our team took a break from clinical trials and research to celebrate with some spooky fun. Now we need your help, which costume deserves the win this year? Vote for your favorite costume in the comments below!

No tricks here, just smiles, treats, and a reminder of the amazing patients, colleagues, and community who inspire us every day. 💫