Florez Lab
@florezlab.bsky.social
We are a Social Justice, Medical Education & Cancer Health Disparities Lab within Dana Farber Cancer Institute.
Florez Lab members are agents of change
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Florez Lab members are agents of change
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🎉 Happy Birthday to Dr. Cindy Pabon! 🎉
The Florez Lab is so lucky to have your brilliance, heart, and dedication as part of our team. Your passion for equity in medicine and commitment to our patients continues to inspire us every day.
The Florez Lab is so lucky to have your brilliance, heart, and dedication as part of our team. Your passion for equity in medicine and commitment to our patients continues to inspire us every day.
June 12, 2025 at 8:47 PM
🎉 Happy Birthday to Dr. Cindy Pabon! 🎉
The Florez Lab is so lucky to have your brilliance, heart, and dedication as part of our team. Your passion for equity in medicine and commitment to our patients continues to inspire us every day.
The Florez Lab is so lucky to have your brilliance, heart, and dedication as part of our team. Your passion for equity in medicine and commitment to our patients continues to inspire us every day.
So grateful to be part of the inaugural Faces of Faith event at the Lawrence Senior Center!
An inspiring event filled with stories, connection, and shared strength. We were honored to participate and have such an amazing turnout.
An inspiring event filled with stories, connection, and shared strength. We were honored to participate and have such an amazing turnout.
June 12, 2025 at 8:38 PM
So grateful to be part of the inaugural Faces of Faith event at the Lawrence Senior Center!
An inspiring event filled with stories, connection, and shared strength. We were honored to participate and have such an amazing turnout.
An inspiring event filled with stories, connection, and shared strength. We were honored to participate and have such an amazing turnout.
Our @florezlab.bsky.social ASCO lineup for tomorrow is #amazing!!!
May 30, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Our @florezlab.bsky.social ASCO lineup for tomorrow is #amazing!!!
🎉 Big day for the Florez Lab Fam
fam! 🎉
Our very own Dr. Kelly Meza
is reppin’ at ASCO and was named a
ConquerCancer Foundation Annual Meeting Award Recipient! 💥🏅 f you see her at #ASCO25, don’t just walk—RUN over and give her a high five 🙌.
Let’s go, Dr. Meza!! 💙✨
fam! 🎉
Our very own Dr. Kelly Meza
is reppin’ at ASCO and was named a
ConquerCancer Foundation Annual Meeting Award Recipient! 💥🏅 f you see her at #ASCO25, don’t just walk—RUN over and give her a high five 🙌.
Let’s go, Dr. Meza!! 💙✨
May 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
🎉 Big day for the Florez Lab Fam
fam! 🎉
Our very own Dr. Kelly Meza
is reppin’ at ASCO and was named a
ConquerCancer Foundation Annual Meeting Award Recipient! 💥🏅 f you see her at #ASCO25, don’t just walk—RUN over and give her a high five 🙌.
Let’s go, Dr. Meza!! 💙✨
fam! 🎉
Our very own Dr. Kelly Meza
is reppin’ at ASCO and was named a
ConquerCancer Foundation Annual Meeting Award Recipient! 💥🏅 f you see her at #ASCO25, don’t just walk—RUN over and give her a high five 🙌.
Let’s go, Dr. Meza!! 💙✨
🎉 ASCO is HERE! 🎉
Get ready for fun conference content—Florez Lab is coming for you, Chicago! 💥
We’re kicking off #ASCO2025 with energy, purpose, and a whole lot of passion.
Fueled by science, community, and coffee.... Don’t Stop Us Now
@ASCO
Let’s do this. 🔬✨
Get ready for fun conference content—Florez Lab is coming for you, Chicago! 💥
We’re kicking off #ASCO2025 with energy, purpose, and a whole lot of passion.
Fueled by science, community, and coffee.... Don’t Stop Us Now
@ASCO
Let’s do this. 🔬✨
May 30, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🎉 ASCO is HERE! 🎉
Get ready for fun conference content—Florez Lab is coming for you, Chicago! 💥
We’re kicking off #ASCO2025 with energy, purpose, and a whole lot of passion.
Fueled by science, community, and coffee.... Don’t Stop Us Now
@ASCO
Let’s do this. 🔬✨
Get ready for fun conference content—Florez Lab is coming for you, Chicago! 💥
We’re kicking off #ASCO2025 with energy, purpose, and a whole lot of passion.
Fueled by science, community, and coffee.... Don’t Stop Us Now
@ASCO
Let’s do this. 🔬✨
🧠💬 Quick Question for Women’s Health Month
If you could tell healthcare providers just one thing about caring for women—what would it be?
Maybe it’s about listening more. Maybe it’s about believing symptoms. Maybe it’s about bias, pain, or prevention.
If you could tell healthcare providers just one thing about caring for women—what would it be?
Maybe it’s about listening more. Maybe it’s about believing symptoms. Maybe it’s about bias, pain, or prevention.
May 21, 2025 at 5:17 PM
🧠💬 Quick Question for Women’s Health Month
If you could tell healthcare providers just one thing about caring for women—what would it be?
Maybe it’s about listening more. Maybe it’s about believing symptoms. Maybe it’s about bias, pain, or prevention.
If you could tell healthcare providers just one thing about caring for women—what would it be?
Maybe it’s about listening more. Maybe it’s about believing symptoms. Maybe it’s about bias, pain, or prevention.
🌟 Vote for Dr. Narjust Florez 🌟
Tick tok everyone, time is almost running out so cast your votes now for @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social to join the @iaslc.bsky.social Board of Directors.
Tick tok everyone, time is almost running out so cast your votes now for @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social to join the @iaslc.bsky.social Board of Directors.
May 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🌟 Vote for Dr. Narjust Florez 🌟
Tick tok everyone, time is almost running out so cast your votes now for @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social to join the @iaslc.bsky.social Board of Directors.
Tick tok everyone, time is almost running out so cast your votes now for @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social to join the @iaslc.bsky.social Board of Directors.
Recognized as a Rising Star Woman Leader in Healthcare, Dr. Florez is celebrated for her passion, empathy, and innovation in medicine. A natural mentor and educator, she leads with heart, and a bold vision.
Another reason you should vote for Dr. Florez for #IASLCBoard 2025 🌟
#LatinasInMedicine
Another reason you should vote for Dr. Florez for #IASLCBoard 2025 🌟
#LatinasInMedicine
May 16, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Recognized as a Rising Star Woman Leader in Healthcare, Dr. Florez is celebrated for her passion, empathy, and innovation in medicine. A natural mentor and educator, she leads with heart, and a bold vision.
Another reason you should vote for Dr. Florez for #IASLCBoard 2025 🌟
#LatinasInMedicine
Another reason you should vote for Dr. Florez for #IASLCBoard 2025 🌟
#LatinasInMedicine
We're proud to support Dr. Narjust Florez for the IASLC Board Undesignated Seat #4! 🗳️💙💛
Dr. Florez's voice belongs on the board. Your vote can help get her there.
✅ If you're an IASLC member, check your inbox and VOTE before the deadline!
📆 Deadline: May 22
📣 Let’s make this happen.
Dr. Florez's voice belongs on the board. Your vote can help get her there.
✅ If you're an IASLC member, check your inbox and VOTE before the deadline!
📆 Deadline: May 22
📣 Let’s make this happen.
May 16, 2025 at 1:49 PM
We're proud to support Dr. Narjust Florez for the IASLC Board Undesignated Seat #4! 🗳️💙💛
Dr. Florez's voice belongs on the board. Your vote can help get her there.
✅ If you're an IASLC member, check your inbox and VOTE before the deadline!
📆 Deadline: May 22
📣 Let’s make this happen.
Dr. Florez's voice belongs on the board. Your vote can help get her there.
✅ If you're an IASLC member, check your inbox and VOTE before the deadline!
📆 Deadline: May 22
📣 Let’s make this happen.
During Women’s Health Month, we’re asking:
👉 “What changes do you want to see in lung cancer care for women?”
👉 “What changes do you want to see in lung cancer care for women?”
May 16, 2025 at 1:47 PM
During Women’s Health Month, we’re asking:
👉 “What changes do you want to see in lung cancer care for women?”
👉 “What changes do you want to see in lung cancer care for women?”
Happy Women’s Health Month everyone! This month especially we want to take the opportunity to keep spotlighting women in our community! This week we have a very special message from lunglifebalance!
May 14, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Happy Women’s Health Month everyone! This month especially we want to take the opportunity to keep spotlighting women in our community! This week we have a very special message from lunglifebalance!
📢 That’s why we’re voting for Dr. @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social a trailblazer in research, mentorship, and global equity in cancer care.
📅 Don’t miss your chance to make an impact.
📩 Check your email for a ballot from [email protected]
🗓️ Deadline to vote: May 22
📅 Don’t miss your chance to make an impact.
📩 Check your email for a ballot from [email protected]
🗓️ Deadline to vote: May 22
May 14, 2025 at 9:07 PM
📢 That’s why we’re voting for Dr. @narjustflorezmd.bsky.social a trailblazer in research, mentorship, and global equity in cancer care.
📅 Don’t miss your chance to make an impact.
📩 Check your email for a ballot from [email protected]
🗓️ Deadline to vote: May 22
📅 Don’t miss your chance to make an impact.
📩 Check your email for a ballot from [email protected]
🗓️ Deadline to vote: May 22
🎉 Young Adult Program (YAP) – May & June 2025 Events & Resources 🎉
For young adult patients at Dana-Farber 💜
🧘 The No-Gym Exercise Program
📅 Wed, May 14 | 🕛 12:00–12:45 PM | 💻 Virtual
💪 Learn strength training at home — no equipment needed!
For young adult patients at Dana-Farber 💜
🧘 The No-Gym Exercise Program
📅 Wed, May 14 | 🕛 12:00–12:45 PM | 💻 Virtual
💪 Learn strength training at home — no equipment needed!
May 9, 2025 at 9:08 PM
🎉 Young Adult Program (YAP) – May & June 2025 Events & Resources 🎉
For young adult patients at Dana-Farber 💜
🧘 The No-Gym Exercise Program
📅 Wed, May 14 | 🕛 12:00–12:45 PM | 💻 Virtual
💪 Learn strength training at home — no equipment needed!
For young adult patients at Dana-Farber 💜
🧘 The No-Gym Exercise Program
📅 Wed, May 14 | 🕛 12:00–12:45 PM | 💻 Virtual
💪 Learn strength training at home — no equipment needed!
New findings from #AACR25 reveal that female survivors are significantly more likely to experience cancer-related fatigue and depression than male survivors.
🧠 Depression: 58% more likely
💤 Fatigue: 69% more likely
🏃♀️ Both linked to decreased recreational activity
🧠 Depression: 58% more likely
💤 Fatigue: 69% more likely
🏃♀️ Both linked to decreased recreational activity
May 9, 2025 at 8:52 PM
New findings from #AACR25 reveal that female survivors are significantly more likely to experience cancer-related fatigue and depression than male survivors.
🧠 Depression: 58% more likely
💤 Fatigue: 69% more likely
🏃♀️ Both linked to decreased recreational activity
🧠 Depression: 58% more likely
💤 Fatigue: 69% more likely
🏃♀️ Both linked to decreased recreational activity
Dr. @NarjustFlorezMD is the leader we need on the IASLC Board.
Visionary. Inclusive. Fearless.
Need more reasons to vote for Dr. Florez?
✔️ She has a vision
✔️ She takes action
✔️ She has a track record of impact
Let’s bring her voice to the IASLC Board!!!
Open to see video in all its glory :)
Visionary. Inclusive. Fearless.
Need more reasons to vote for Dr. Florez?
✔️ She has a vision
✔️ She takes action
✔️ She has a track record of impact
Let’s bring her voice to the IASLC Board!!!
Open to see video in all its glory :)
May 8, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Dr. @NarjustFlorezMD is the leader we need on the IASLC Board.
Visionary. Inclusive. Fearless.
Need more reasons to vote for Dr. Florez?
✔️ She has a vision
✔️ She takes action
✔️ She has a track record of impact
Let’s bring her voice to the IASLC Board!!!
Open to see video in all its glory :)
Visionary. Inclusive. Fearless.
Need more reasons to vote for Dr. Florez?
✔️ She has a vision
✔️ She takes action
✔️ She has a track record of impact
Let’s bring her voice to the IASLC Board!!!
Open to see video in all its glory :)
🚨 $1 REGISTRATION ALERT! 🚨
In honor of Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund’s Giving Day, we’re offering $1 registration for a limited time only!
Now through midnight on Wednesday, May 21, use the code GIVE29 (in-person) or GIVE9 (virtual) to sign up for the Jimmy Fund Walk 💙💛
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
In honor of Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund’s Giving Day, we’re offering $1 registration for a limited time only!
Now through midnight on Wednesday, May 21, use the code GIVE29 (in-person) or GIVE9 (virtual) to sign up for the Jimmy Fund Walk 💙💛
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
May 8, 2025 at 7:29 PM
🚨 $1 REGISTRATION ALERT! 🚨
In honor of Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund’s Giving Day, we’re offering $1 registration for a limited time only!
Now through midnight on Wednesday, May 21, use the code GIVE29 (in-person) or GIVE9 (virtual) to sign up for the Jimmy Fund Walk 💙💛
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
In honor of Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund’s Giving Day, we’re offering $1 registration for a limited time only!
Now through midnight on Wednesday, May 21, use the code GIVE29 (in-person) or GIVE9 (virtual) to sign up for the Jimmy Fund Walk 💙💛
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
New article alert!!!!
@healthcentral.bsky.social
Making Cancer Clinical Trials Work for Everyone, featuring commentary from
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
@healthcentral.bsky.social
Making Cancer Clinical Trials Work for Everyone, featuring commentary from
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
May 1, 2025 at 6:51 PM
New article alert!!!!
@healthcentral.bsky.social
Making Cancer Clinical Trials Work for Everyone, featuring commentary from
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
@healthcentral.bsky.social
Making Cancer Clinical Trials Work for Everyone, featuring commentary from
@narjustflorezmd.bsky.social
🌸 Happy Women’s Health Month from the
@Florez_Lab
At the Florez Lab, we know that supporting women’s health means truly listening. Too often, women’s symptoms are overlooked or dismissed, leading to delays in diagnosis and care.
@Florez_Lab
At the Florez Lab, we know that supporting women’s health means truly listening. Too often, women’s symptoms are overlooked or dismissed, leading to delays in diagnosis and care.
May 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
🌸 Happy Women’s Health Month from the
@Florez_Lab
At the Florez Lab, we know that supporting women’s health means truly listening. Too often, women’s symptoms are overlooked or dismissed, leading to delays in diagnosis and care.
@Florez_Lab
At the Florez Lab, we know that supporting women’s health means truly listening. Too often, women’s symptoms are overlooked or dismissed, leading to delays in diagnosis and care.
🩸 We know, we cannot stop talking about the EQUAL study — the assay this, the blood test that... but you might be wondering:
How does this blood test actually work?
👇Find out!
(And trust us, it's so cool)
#LungCancerResearch #BloodTestBreakdown #EQUALStudy #ctDNA #CancerCare
How does this blood test actually work?
👇Find out!
(And trust us, it's so cool)
#LungCancerResearch #BloodTestBreakdown #EQUALStudy #ctDNA #CancerCare
April 25, 2025 at 8:42 PM
🩸 We know, we cannot stop talking about the EQUAL study — the assay this, the blood test that... but you might be wondering:
How does this blood test actually work?
👇Find out!
(And trust us, it's so cool)
#LungCancerResearch #BloodTestBreakdown #EQUALStudy #ctDNA #CancerCare
How does this blood test actually work?
👇Find out!
(And trust us, it's so cool)
#LungCancerResearch #BloodTestBreakdown #EQUALStudy #ctDNA #CancerCare
Let this bop and endorsements be all you need to vote for @NarjustFlorezMD for the IASLC Board 2025 !!!
April 25, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Let this bop and endorsements be all you need to vote for @NarjustFlorezMD for the IASLC Board 2025 !!!
Help us shape the future of lung cancer screening.
📍 Live in Massachusetts or New England?
Join our EQUAL Study where we're working to understand how a blood-based test can support early detection and make screening more accessible.
📍 Live in Massachusetts or New England?
Join our EQUAL Study where we're working to understand how a blood-based test can support early detection and make screening more accessible.
April 22, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Help us shape the future of lung cancer screening.
📍 Live in Massachusetts or New England?
Join our EQUAL Study where we're working to understand how a blood-based test can support early detection and make screening more accessible.
📍 Live in Massachusetts or New England?
Join our EQUAL Study where we're working to understand how a blood-based test can support early detection and make screening more accessible.
This May, for Women’s Health Month, the Florez Lab is amplifying your voices. We’re creating a video series featuring real stories from women, patients, survivors, caregivers, families and advocates who want to share their experiences.
Some ideas include:
Some ideas include:
April 16, 2025 at 6:21 PM
This May, for Women’s Health Month, the Florez Lab is amplifying your voices. We’re creating a video series featuring real stories from women, patients, survivors, caregivers, families and advocates who want to share their experiences.
Some ideas include:
Some ideas include:
Check out our friends @oncogenecancer.bsky.social
on their new Youtube account!
Keeping it tech savvy!
youtube.com/@oncogenecan...
on their new Youtube account!
Keeping it tech savvy!
youtube.com/@oncogenecan...
April 3, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Check out our friends @oncogenecancer.bsky.social
on their new Youtube account!
Keeping it tech savvy!
youtube.com/@oncogenecan...
on their new Youtube account!
Keeping it tech savvy!
youtube.com/@oncogenecan...
Check out the full article to learn more! 🔗⬇️ #CancerAwareness #YoungAdultCancer #WomensHealth #LungCancer #HearHer
blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2025...
blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2025...
April 3, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Check out the full article to learn more! 🔗⬇️ #CancerAwareness #YoungAdultCancer #WomensHealth #LungCancer #HearHer
blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2025...
blog.dana-farber.org/insight/2025...
Exciting news!
@curetoday.bsky.social is hosting an incredible Young-Onset Lung Cancer Summit 🎉 Chaired by the amazing
@lungoncdoc.bsky.social, this is a must-attend event for anyone looking to learn more about @younglungcancer.bsky.social!
@curetoday.bsky.social is hosting an incredible Young-Onset Lung Cancer Summit 🎉 Chaired by the amazing
@lungoncdoc.bsky.social, this is a must-attend event for anyone looking to learn more about @younglungcancer.bsky.social!
April 3, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Exciting news!
@curetoday.bsky.social is hosting an incredible Young-Onset Lung Cancer Summit 🎉 Chaired by the amazing
@lungoncdoc.bsky.social, this is a must-attend event for anyone looking to learn more about @younglungcancer.bsky.social!
@curetoday.bsky.social is hosting an incredible Young-Onset Lung Cancer Summit 🎉 Chaired by the amazing
@lungoncdoc.bsky.social, this is a must-attend event for anyone looking to learn more about @younglungcancer.bsky.social!