Dr. Richard R.P. WarnerRichard R.P. Warner, M.D., Medical Director of The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation, was honored by the North American NeuroEndocrine Tumor Society (NANETS) at its 2009 Conference held in Charlotte, North Carolina, in October. The purpose of this professional organization is to improve neuroendocrine tumor (NET) disease management through increased research and educational opportunities. Dr. Warner was selected to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for his record of outstanding achievements and service, as well as his vision and contributions. Dr. Warner has dedicated his life’s work to carcinoid/NET diagnosis, treatment, and research. He serves as Medical Director of the Carcinoid Cancer Foundation, Professor of Medicine at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, and helps train other doctors at Mt. Sinai’s new Center for Carcinoid and Neuroendocrine Tumors.
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