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A brain tumor diagnosis is a life-changing event that affects both physical and mental well-being. The impact extends far beyond the tumor itself, influencing emotions, thought processes, and behaviors.

A brain tumor diagnosis affects more than just physical health—it can deeply impact mental well-being. The emotional and cognitive toll of both benign and malignant brain tumors is significant, and understanding these effects can help patients and caregivers navigate the journey with greater clarity.

Henry Friedman, MD, shares insights about different types of Gliomas in a new article written by SurvivorNet.

Executive Vice President for Health Affairs and Dean of the Duke University School of Medicine Mary Klotman, MD, talks with David M. Ashley, MBBS, FRACP, PhD, MBBS (Hons), Director of the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke. They discuss the challenges of treating brain tumors and recent advancements, including an FDA-approved drug for treating low-grade gliomas developed at the center, vorasidenib.

Dr. Katherine Peters Honored with the 2024 Women in Neuro-oncology (WiN) Mentorship Award.

Facing a brain tumor diagnosis is incredibly challenging for any family, and when a child is diagnosed, the emotional and psychological impact can be even more profound. As a parent, knowing how to talk to your child about their brain tumor can help them understand and cope with the situation. This guide provides practical tips and strategies to support parents through this tough conversation.

Brain surgery can be a life-changing experience. While the procedure itself is a major feat, the road to recovery is just as important. Here, you'll find a comprehensive guide to post-operative care, empowering you to participate actively in your healing journey.

Have you ever wondered how common brain tumors are? A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of cells within the brain or surrounding areas, and these growths can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).  Brain tumors are rare, and less than 1 percent of the population is diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor during their lifetime.

A new trial to identify biomarkers in recurrent glioblastoma is now underway at the Duke Brain Tumor Center.

A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of cells in or near the brain. These tumors can originate within the brain (primary brain tumors) or spread to the brain from other parts of the body (secondary or metastatic brain tumors).