Cancer Treatment and Care
Radiating Innovation: The Evolution of Diagnostic Medicine
Owen Roberts joins us to explore the dynamic intersection of technology and healthcare, focusing on how innovations like FDG-PET scans and the Human Genome Project have propelled advancements in cancer treatment. The discussion highlights the crucial role of integrating various technological breakthroughs and how Canadian research centres like McMaster are making significant strides in the field. Owen emphasizes the importance of aligning research with clinical needs and the challenges researchers face when transitioning from the lab to the market.
Exciting Progress in Cancer Detection and Treatment
Dr. Bill Evans is joined by Dr. Jonathan Sussman, Chair of the Department of Oncology at McMaster University for a discussion of the many positive advances that have occurred in the field of oncology. Hear about how cancer research has improved approaches to prevention, screening, treatment and supportive care that make oncologists like Dr Sussman optimistic about the future.
The Role of Occupational Therapy In Cancer Care
Dr. Bill Evans and Sarah Shallwani, Occupational Therapist with CBI Home Health, discuss the physical and psychological benefits of occupational therapy, and the role it plays in cancer care.
Finding Safe and Effective Pain Relief for Cancer Patients
Deb Evans, Clinical Nurse Specialist, discusses pain management for patients with cancer. The opioid crisis has received widespread attention in recent years, and many people have heard about patients who struggle to manage their pain while taking medications. In this episode, a Clinical Nurse Specialist shares their insights on pain management, the role of different types of medication, and efforts to improve patient comfort. Through exploring various perspectives on pain management, this thought-provoking episode aims to provide a clear and factual understanding of the issue.
Patient-Centered Care for a Better Treatment Journey
Join us today while we sit down with Victoria Chambers and Angela Djuric-Paulin from Hamilton Health Sciences for this important discussion. You may be thinking that all care must be patient centred, but there are some other avenues of care that may be overlooked in favour of direct treatment. These can include symptom management, psychological and social supports, and family support. Victoria and Angela discuss these topics with us to champion this 360 degree approach to healthcare.
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Precision Medicine and Personalized Care
Join us for the first episode of Season 6 where we speak with Dr. Kirk Wong about pharmacological oncology. As new treatments and drugs come onto the market, pharmacists are more important than ever. Dr. Wong helps to answer questions about medications and the processes surrounding them in a way that is easy to understand. Listen in to learn tips and tricks for patients and the caregiving team.
