In Memoriam: Donald L. Morton, MD (1934-2014): An Icon in Surgical Oncology-Past President, Society of Surgical Oncology (1992-1993) and Associate Editor, Annals of Surgical Oncology (1993-2014)

摘要

Donald L. Morton, M.D. (Fig. 1), who passed away on 10 January 2014, was a true legend in the field of surgical oncology, as well as a pioneer in the field of immuno-therapy. As President-elect and then President of the Society of Surgical Oncology from 1992 to 1993, he was instrumental in the launching the Annals of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Morton was an associate editor of the journal for 20 years, during which time he was a major contributor of many high impact articles. He was also a cancer survivor, and publically described his experience with two separate melanomas and a lengthy battle with lymphoma.