NewsSouth Florida TimesAugust 17, 2026Miami-Dade
Dr. Monica Baskin appointed as director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center
Dr. Monica Baskin has been named the director of the VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, becoming the first Black woman to lead an NCI-designated cancer center. This appointment places her in charge of the center's research, clinical care, and community outreach initiatives.
Read the full story at South Florida TimesWhy It Matters
The appointment marks a leadership change at a National Cancer Institute-designated facility, which impacts the strategic direction of cancer research and patient care services provided by the institution.
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Who's Mentioned
organizationGeorgia State University“University where Baskin earned graduate degrees”organizationVirginia Commonwealth University“University housing the cancer center”organizationSociety of Behavioral Medicine“Professional society where Baskin is a former president”organizationVCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center“Nationally renowned cancer institute”personMonica L. Baskin“New director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center”personDavid L. Snelling“Author of the news article”personMichael Rao“President of Virginia Commonwealth University”personMonica Baskin“Newly appointed director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center”organizationEmory University“University where Baskin studied and completed a fellowship”organizationSouth Florida Times“Publication source of the article”organizationWorld Cancer Research Fund International“Organization where Baskin chaired a cancer incidence panel”