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The new head of America's top children's hospital sees 'the dawn of a new era' for kid cancer treatment
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital named Dr. Charles W. M. Roberts its new president and chief executive officer Tuesday, replacing Dr. James R. Downing, who led the nonprofit for 12 years.
TL;DR
- Dr. Charles W. M. Roberts is the new president and CEO of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, effective January 1.
- Roberts believes technology is driving a new era in childhood cancer research, leading to more effective treatments with fewer side effects.
- Since St. Jude's founding in 1962, childhood cancer survival rates have increased from approximately 20% to over 80%.
- The hospital will continue its policy of providing treatment at no cost to patients and their families.
- Philanthropic support from ALSAC is crucial for the hospital's operations and expansion plans.