Rethinking Tumor Growth | Part 1 - Where Does Cancer Begin?

I have shared my thoughts on tumor growth and cancer without a unifying framework. If you have ever had the nagging thought that the current cancer paradigm is incomplete, this is for you.

Setting the Stage

When discussing cancer with most people, including colleagues, it quickly becomes apparent that we approach the topic from entirely different perspectives. This disconnect is often evident on the faces of those I converse with - puzzled, confused, and perhaps even wary.

"What is this person talking about?"

To illustrate the reason for thi…