Cancer Researcher Dr Rachna Shroff Dies at 47 After Her Own Cancer Battle
Dr Rachna Shroff, a leading United States researcher in pancreatic and bile duct cancers, has died at 47 after being diagnosed with terminal adenocarcinoma. She served as associate director of clinical investigations at the University of Arizona Cancer Center and authored more than 80 publications. Her work expanded clinical trials and access to newer cancer treatments for patients in Southern Arizona. Before her death, Shroff launched a young investigator award in her name to support cancer research. More than $1.35 million has been raised toward the effort, fulfilling one of her final wishes. She is remembered by her husband, two children, colleagues and patients for her dedication to cancer care and research.
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