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Cushing’s Research at ENDO 2011

By Beverly MK Biller, MD Information about Cushing’s was highlighted in many sessions at the 93rd Annual Meeting of The Endocrine Society (“ENDO”), held in Boston June 4-7, 2011. More than 7,800 scientific attendees from around the world gathered to discuss the latest research in endocrinology. A search of this year’s scientific program of abstracts… Continue Reading

Rita B., Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery, Gamma Knife

Hi there. I have been a member I guess since 1995. I am Rita. I have written 2 stories about my journey with Cushing’s for the newsletter. I have been in remission for 8 years since my second session with this disease. I had the Gamma Knife… Continue Reading

Jessi D., Adrenalectomy

I was diagnosed with Cushing’s syndrome when I was 17-years-old. For 5 years I went to many different doctors and they couldn’t diagnose my symptoms: weight gain, high blood pressure, thin hair, depression and irregular periods. When I was 17 my mother decided to … Continue Reading

Ross H., Ectopic

Don’t give up. Keep fighting. Believe. There is hope. I am writing this story on behalf of my father, Ross, who was diagnosed with Cushing’s Syndrome a little over 4 years ago. … Continue Reading

CSRF Expands Board of Directors

2010 – The CSRF is excited to announce the addition of Ellen Koretz Whitton and Lee Carlson to the CSRF Board of Directors. The addition of much needed personnel will assist the CSRF in meeting our objectives to promote awareness in the medical community and in the general public. Ellen will join the Board as… Continue Reading