IN THE NEWS
Walter J. Urba, M.D.,
Ph.D.: Cancer Warrior
The Oregon Historical Society has announced that
Providence Cancer Center’s Walter J. Urba, M.D., Ph.D., will receive its 2014 Oregon History Makers Medal. In making
the announcement, the society called Dr. Urba a “cancer warrior” and “a nationally-respected leader and
pioneer in immunotherapy” for his work leading a team of more than 90 investigators toward the goal of curing
cancer.
Dr. Urba is one of four recipients.The awards, given to individuals and organizations that
are positively shaping the history, culture, and landscape of Oregon, will be presented this fall. Read
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