Here’s what you should know:
1. Dr. Wittig is being recognized for his contributions to sarcoma cancer research, treatment and advocacy.
2. Dr. Wittig is the vice chairman of orthopedic surgery at Hackensack (N.J.) University Medical Center. Throughout his career, he has actively treated pediatric and adult patients with sarcomas, benign bone, soft tissue tumors and metastatic cancers.
3. Dr. Wittig is also a leader in sarcoma research, authoring both articles and books on the topic.
SFA CEO Richard Rumsey said, “Our foundation applauds the work of Dr. Wittig and his team, which aligns perfectly with our mission to find a cure for sarcoma. Dr. Wittig’s shared commitment to the highest quality research, in addition to the compassion he brings to patients and their families during their treatment, is a rare combination inspiring so many to continue to take on the fight to end this rare disease.”
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