Best Lung Cancer Canada Podcasts (2025)

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How to Talk to Your Doctor: Shared Decision-Making in Lung Cancer Care 40:20

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5d ago40:20

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Communication with your oncologist can make all the difference in your lung cancer journey. In this episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch talks with thoracic oncologist Dr. Alice Shaw about how to have more effective conversations with your care team. Learn practical strategies for discussing treatment goals, managing side effects, understanding biomark…

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Understanding ROS1-positive Lung Cancer with Dr. Alice Shaw 33:30

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In this episode of Living With Lung Cancer: Ask Me Anything, host Annabelle Gurwitch sits down with Dr. Alice Shaw from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for an in-depth conversation about ROS1-positive lung cancer. Learn about this rare biomarker affecting only 1-2% of lung cancer patients, breakthrough targeted therapies, and how next-generation treat…

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Ep 108. Coup de projecteur sur le Mois de la sensibilisation au cancer du poumon 27:10

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Dans cet épisode, la Dre Nathalie Daaboul s'entretient avec le Dr Kevin Jao, coprésident du comité médical consultatif de Cancer pulmonaire Canada et hémato-oncologue à l'Hôpital du Sacré-Cœur-de-Montréal. Ils présentent Cancer pulmonaire Canada, tout le soutien et les ressources disponibles pour les Canadiens touchés par le cancer du poumon, et me…

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Ep 107. Best of 2025 WCLC 38:17

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price is back for our annual recap of the IASLC 2025 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC), which took place in Barcelona, Spain in early September. He is joined by two special guests, Dr. Barbara Melosky, Professor of Medicine at UBC and Medical Oncologist at BC Cancer, and Dr. Peter Ellis, Professor of Oncology…

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Side Effects & Lung Cancer: What Patients Wish Doctors Knew 31:24

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Side effects can be painful, frustrating, and deeply misunderstood—especially when they’re invisible. In this episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch and advocate Colette Smith share candid stories about surgery recovery, TKI toxicity, anxiety, and the everyday challenges patients rarely talk about. Learn how to navigate tough conversations with doctors, …

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Financial Toxicity in Lung Cancer Care: How Patients Navigate the Hidden Costs 35:09

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How am I supposed to afford this? It's the question many lung cancer patients are afraid to ask out loud. In our premiere episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch tackles the financial toxicity of cancer care—the hidden costs beyond medical bills, insurance battles, medical debt, and where to find help when you can't afford treatment. Financial toxicity is…

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Ep 106. Au-delà du traitement : survivre ensemble avec Lise Boilard & Dre Myriam Bouchard 40:12

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Dans cet épisode, la Dre Nathalie Daaboul s'entretient avec Lise Boilard, qui a reçu un diagnostic de cancer du poumon en 2017 à l'âge de 44 ans, et sa médecin traitante, la Dre Myriam Bouchard, radio-oncologue au Centre hospitalier de l'université de Sherbrooke. Lise partage son parcours inspirant face au cancer du poumon, la relation unique qu'el…

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Ep 105. The Role of Pharma on the Path to New Medicines: A Conversation With IMC 44:54

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Bettina Hamelin, President & CEO of Innovative Medicines Canada (IMC) - the national association representing the voice of Canada’s innovative pharmaceutical industry. They talk about what IMC does, the role of pharma in drug development and access, opportunities for collaboration between pati…

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#134: The Art, Science & Healing of Head & Neck Reconstruction 36:56

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In this episode, we follow the story of Mr. Patel, who underwent life-changing surgery after an oral cancer diagnosis that affected his tongue. Mr. Patel offers an unfiltered look at his recovery and reflects on how stigma shaped his experience with diagnosis and healing. Alongside him, we hear from Dr. Christopher Yao, a head and neck reconstructi…

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Ep 104. Microbiome, Gut Health & Cancer w/ Dr. Arielle Elkrief 37:37

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Arielle Elkrief, Medical Oncologist, Co-Director of the CHUM Microbiome Center, and Clinician-Scientist at the University of Montreal. They discuss everything about the microbiome and gut health - what is the microbiome, why it's important in cancer and treatments, tips for a healthy microbiom…

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Ep. 103 All About EGFR - The 2025 Update w/ Dr. Stephen Liu & Emi Bossio 42:23

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price is back for another update into all the newest highlights from recent clinical trials for EGFR-positive lung cancer treatments. Dr. Stephen Liu is the Director of Thoracic Oncology and Professor of Medicine at Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and he co-hosts his own podcast with the IASLC, "Lung Canc…

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#133: Tobacco to HPV: A New Era of Head and Neck Cancers 27:02

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In this episode, Noor sits down with Dr. Tony Eskander, head and neck surgeon and scientist at the University of Toronto, to unpack the evolving landscape of head and neck cancers. Once primarily associated with smoking and alcohol, these cancers are increasingly linked to HPV, particularly in younger patients, a shift that’s reshaping how we think…

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Ep. 102 Best of ASCO 2025 39:53

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Dr. Andrew Robinson and Dr. Nathalie Daaboul on all the highlights coming out of this year's 2025 ASCO Conference, held in Chicago back in June. They discuss major developments in treatment for small cell lung cancer (SCLC), updates in immunotherapy, and a couple of unique drugs coming down th…

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Ep 101. All About KRAS Lung Cancer w/ Dr. Adrian Sacher 28:33

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Adrian Sacher on everything there is to know about KRAS lung cancer. What is KRAS lung cancer, how is it tested, and what it means in terms of treatment options for those who have this subtype of lung cancer. Dr. Adrian Sacher is a Thoracic Medical Oncologist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Ce…

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Special 100th Episode! LCC Presidents in Conversation 49:21

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In our special 100th episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price reunites with the Current and Past Presidents of Lung Cancer Canada, to take a trip down memory lane on how lung cancer (and LCC) has evolved over the decades, what's happening now, and what's to come in the future! Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price is joined by our new President Dr. Rosalyn Juergens, and…

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#132: A Shot at Cancer Prevention: The HPV Vaccine 37:20

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The idea of a vaccine against cancer may seem like science fiction, but in the case of HPV vaccines, it is a reality that has existed for over a decade. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common type of sexually transmitted infection and can cause 6 different types of cancer, affecting people of all genders. HPV vaccination programs have been i…

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Ep 99. Nutrition and Lung Cancer 36:03

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Claire Hopkins, Registered Dietician at the Princess Margaret Cancer Center, about all things nutrition and maintaining heathy eating habits for lung cancer patients. What exactly is the role of a dietician vs nutritionist, is sugar really bad for cancer, tips to maintain a healthy appetite, reaso…

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L'investigation d'un cancer du poumon avec Dre Nicole Bouchard 27:29

6M ago27:29

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Dans cet épisode, la Dre Nathalie Daaboul discute du processus d'investigation et de diagnostic du cancer du poumon avec la Dre Nicole Bouchard. La Dre Bouchard est pneumologue spécialisée en oncologie pulmonaire à l'Université de Sherbrooke et siège au comité consultatif médical de Cancer pulmonaire Canada.…

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Ep 98. Lung Cancer Screening: Where We're At In 2025 31:49

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price and Dr. Renelle Myers discuss all there is to know about lung cancer screening in 2025 - what is lung cancer screening and why is it important, who can get screened, where it's available, and the latest technologies and advances in screening. Dr. Myers is an Interventional Pulmonologist and Clinician-Scienti…

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#131: A Strong Start: Microbiome Milestones in Early Life 46:10

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The human microbiome has been a hot topic of discourse – but what do we really know about it? This diverse ecosystem of microbes can be thought of as its own organ, interacting and influencing many physiological processes. Understanding what contributes to its strong formation is a multi-disciplinary and growing field of research. To learn more abo…

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Ep 97. Naturopathy and Lung Cancer w/ Dr. Dugald Seely 33:59

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Dugald Seely, ND on naturopathic medicine and lung cancer - what is naturopathy vs alternative vs homeopathic medicine, how it can play a role within lung cancer care, the innovative research he's been doing, and busting some of the myths about CAM. Dr. Seely is a Naturopathic Doctor in Ottawa…

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#130: Plant-Based Diets & Supplements: Truth or Trend? 56:57

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Are plant-based diets really healthier—or just another social media trend? Between #WhatIEatInADay videos and influencers pushing “miracle” supplements, it’s hard to separate the science from the marketing. In this episode of Raw Talk Podcast, we sit down with three experts to cut through the hype. Dr. Zahra Kassam, a radiation oncologist and co-fo…

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#129: Lights, Camera, Healing: Medicine On Screen 57:28

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In the words of Robert Mckee, our appetite for story is a reflection of the profound human need to grasp the patterns of living, not merely as an intellectual exercise, but within a very personal, emotional experience. Storytelling and narrative play a huge role in medicine. Many physicians are also artists, writers, actors, and musicians, and use …

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#128: Male Contraceptives: A Shared Responsibility 56:46

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Male contraceptives are on the horizon, promising to revolutionize reproductive health, expand contraceptive options beyond condoms and vasectomies, and shift the burden of birth control. In this episode, we explore the current landscape and science behind male contraception, the challenges of bringing new methods to market, and what the future hol…

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Ep 96. Using Humour in the Clinic: The Key to Patient Communication w/ Laura Floyd 38:07

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Laura Floyd, a lung cancer advocate and comedian in BC to share her experience as a lung cancer patient, the importance of communication between patients and physicians, and even cracking a few jokes along the way!By Lung Cancer Canada

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Ep 95. Keeping Lung Cancer on the Political Agenda: A Conversation with Laura Greer 27:34

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In a special episode of Lung Cancer Voices, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Laura Greer, Senior VP & National Lead, Health & Wellness at Hill+Knowlton, for a timely discussion on what political change — or uncertainty — could mean for health policy, research funding, and advocacy? They chat about how the shifting political landscapes may imp…

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Ep 94. The Power of Support: Bev & Ron's Story 35:23

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Bev Moir, who's been living with stage 4 EGFR+ lung cancer since 2019, and her husband Ron Foreman. Bev and Ron share their experiences navigating this tough diagnosis, the important role that Ron plays as a caregiver supporting Bev throughout the journey, and what made Bev decide to use her v…

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Ep 93. The Importance of Trauma-Informed Care: Caregiver Story Christine Fader 34:46

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Christine Fader to share her husband Michael's experience being diagnosed with two cancers in his lifetime - throat cancer in 2018, then large cell lung cancer in 2020. Christine shares some of the difficult treatment experiences that Michael went through, the growing importance of trauma-info…

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Ep 92. Spotlight on the Ontario Caregiver Organization 28:41

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Amy Coupal, CEO of The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) to talk about the current statistics and challanges that caregivers face, tips for balancing self-care, and how the OCO can support those caring for loved ones in Ontario and beyond. For information and support for caregivers, call th…

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#127: Physiotherapy in Action: Transforming Care 55:28

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Physiotherapy plays a vital role in healthcare, blending science, movement, and patient-centered care. In this episode, we explore the journey of becoming a physiotherapist, the importance of evidence-based practice, and the evolving challenges within the field. To guide us, we spoke with Melanie MacKinnon, a physiotherapist, educator in the MScPT …

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Ep 91. Research Beyond First-Line Therapy: Give A Breath Research Award 13:05

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Tim Monds, Founder of Give A Breath 5K and Patient Advocate living with Stage 4 Lung Cancer. They talk about how Tim's personal journey with lung cancer inspired him to start the Give A Breath 5K walk/run in 2019, which has raised over $500,000 to date for support and research initiatives for …

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Ep 90. 2024 Reflections on Lung Cancer 30:10

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In our final episode of the year, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with none other than the President of Lung Cancer Canada, Dr. Stephanie Snow, to reflect on all the progress we've made in the lung cancer community this year. From new treatments, diagnostic tools and screening updates, all the way to everything LCC has been up to this year, and o…

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Ep 89. A Journey From Weather to Warrior: Kim MacDonald 24:45

1y ago24:45

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with a familiar face for many Canadians - Kim MacDonald, a TV Broadcaster on The Weather Network for over 25 years. In December 2016, Kim was diagnosed with stage 2B breast cancer and underwent numerous treatments including a double mastectomy. She talks about her experience living with cancer, her dec…

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Ep 88. Témoignage d’une patiente : Julie Desjardins 25:29

1y ago25:29

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La Dre Nathalie Daaboul s’entretient avec Julie Desjardins de la vallée d'Annapolis, en Nouvelle-Écosse, dans notre premier épisode du balado en français Voix du cancer du poumon. Julie lutte contre un cancer du poumon ALK+ de stade IV depuis qu’elle a reçu un diagnostic inattendu en juillet 2022, alors qu’elle n’avait que 39 ans. Elle fait part de…

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#126: Surgical Innovations: Lungs on Ice, Robots and Harnessing AI 38:02

1y ago38:02

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In this episode, we dive into the world of surgical innovation—think lungs on ice, robots in the operating room, and AI transforming the way surgeries are performed. We hear from Dr. Aadil Ali, who shares his groundbreaking work in lung transplantation, highlighting challenges like organ preservation and the innovative solutions his team developed,…

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Ep 87. Self-Advocacy Without Anger: Sonia’s Lung Cancer Story 35:12

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Sonia Turingia who was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer in Spring 2023. Sonia shares her journey being diagnosed with cancer, navigating the challenges during treatment, why she believes it's important to self-advocate, and how to do that without anger.…

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Ep 86. Best of 2024 WCLC & ESMO 37:44

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Peter Ellis, Thoracic Medical Oncologist at the Juravinski Cancer Center and Professor at McMaster University about the highlights at this year's annual World Conference of Lung Cancer (WCLC) in San Diego and European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) Conference in Barcelona. Some very exciti…

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Ep 83. The History Of Lung Cancer in Canada 30:19

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Stephanie Mercier, Medical Oncology Resident at the University of Ottawa & Dr. Stephen Lam, Respirologist and Lead of the BC Screening Program at the University of British Columbia. They talk about the recent paper they published together highlighting the significant Canadian contributions to …

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Ep 82. The Role of Nursing in Cancer Care 23:18

1y ago23:18

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Shannon Farley, a Nurse Practitioner (NP) at the William Osler Health System in Brampton, ON. They chat about what an NP is and the difference with other types of nurses, current challenges in the ERs and how nurses play a role in "diverging" cancer patients away from the emergency room, and t…

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Ep 85. ALK-Positive Lung Cancer: The 2024 Update 34:39

1y ago34:39

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Dr. Geoffrey Liu, Medical Oncologist at Princess Margaret Cancer Center and a Canadian leader in opening dozens of clinical trials. Dr. Liu gives a rundown of everything you need to know about ALK-positive lung cancer - what is ALK, how common is it, how this type of lung cancer is treated, an…

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Ep 80. Research in Canada: Equity in Clinical Trials 30:31

1y ago30:31

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with guests Dr. Lacey Pitre, Medical Oncolgist & Dr. Stacey Santi, Medical Research Chair at Health Sciences North in Sudbury, Ontario. Drs. Pitre and Santi are one of the recipients of a $100,000 research grant offered jointly by Pfizer Canada, Lung Cancer Canada, Lung Health Foundation, and Assoc…

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Ep 84. All About Common Sense Oncology 33:09

1y ago33:09

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Dr. Christopher Booth, Medical Oncologist and Health Services Researcher at Queen’s University, to talk about Common Sense Oncology. CSO is an initiative Started by Dr. Booth amongst Canadian and global partners to ensure that patients have access to cancer treatments that provide meaningful i…

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Ep 81. Best Of ASCO 2024 37:21

1+ y ago37:21

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price and Dr. Rosalyn Juergens, Medical Oncologist at the Juravinski Cancer Center and Co-Chair of LCC's Medical Advisory Committee, discuss the top highlights in lung cancer research presented at the 2024 ASCO Annual Conference held in Chicago this past June.By Lung Cancer Canada

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Ep 79. Joys & Challenges Of Lung Cancer Care In Rural Communities 40:53

1+ y ago40:53

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price chats with Dr. Michela Febbraro and Dr. Silvana Spadafora, Medical Oncologists at the Algoma District Cancer Centre in Sault Ste. Marie, ON and also, mother-and daughter-duo. They talk about the joys, challenges, and everything in between of living and caring for patients with lung cancer in rural and remote…

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Ep 78. Research in Canada: Dr. Alain Tremblay GOMRG Winner 22:51

1+ y ago22:51

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In today's episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Dr. Alain Tremblay, Professor of Medicine and Respirologist at the University of Calgary and Medical Lead of the Alberta Lung Cancer Screening program. Dr. Tremblay is the winner of the 2023 Geoffrey Ogram Memorial Research Grant for his project on implementing artificial intelligence (AI) …

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Ep 77. Spotlight on Lung Cancer in Alberta 20:56

1+ y ago20:56

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Nina Snyder, Chief Operations Officer at Alberta Lung. Nina introduces Alberta Lung as an organization and what they do to support Albertans living with lung disease, factors like radon and air quality that may lead to a lung cancer diagnosis, challenges like isolation, youth vaping and e-ciga…

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#125: Raw Talk Reunion: Our Alum 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

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Welcome to the Raw Talk Reunion mini series where we touch base with past team members! In the previous episode (#124), we spoke with our Co-Founders to hear all about how the podcast came about. In this episode (#125), we catch up with more Raw Talk Podcast alum who were integral members of the podcast during past seasons. We explore how their inv…

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#124: Raw Talk Reunion: Our Co-Founders 34:51

1+ y ago34:51

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Welcome to the Raw Talk Reunion mini series where we touch base with past team members! In this first episode (#124), we sit down with our Co-Founders, Richie Jeremian and Jabir Mohamed, to delve into their founding visions for the podcast. They share insights into the evolution of the podcast and reflect on how the team and structure of Raw Talk h…

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Ep 76. Research in Canada: Pfizer Grant Winner Dr. Rosalyn Juergens 19:34

1+ y ago19:34

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Dr Rosalyn Juergens, Medical Oncologist at the Juravinski Cancer Center in Hamilton, ON and Chair of LCC's Medical Advisory Committee. Dr. Juergens is one of the winners of the Quality Improvement Grant aimed at elevating the care and outcomes of Canadians living with metastatic NSCLC. She cha…

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Ep 75. All About Oligoradiation and CURB 25:46

1+ y ago25:46

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In this episode, Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price sits down with Dr. Amir Safavi, final-year Radiation Oncology Resident at the University of Toronto, and Dr. Jillian Tsai, Staff Radiation Oncologist at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. They preface the chat with radiation 101, describe what "oligo-" means in the context of oligoradiation, oligometastises & …