Explore every episode of the podcast Learn Oncology

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today, we’re joined by Dr. Natalie Levasseur, a Medical Oncologist at BC Cancer and Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of Medical Oncology at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Levasseur specializes in breast cancer oncology and is the current chair of the Provincial Breast Tumor Group in BC, the co-lead of the Breast Cancer Clinical Trials Unit in Vancouver, and serves on the BC Personalized Oncogenomics Steering Committee.

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re joined by Dr. Shaun Loewen, a Radiation Oncologist at the Arthur JE Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre and a clinical associate professor with the University of Calgary, Cumming School of Medicine. He takes us through the applications of Radiation Oncology in neurological and gastrointestinal cancers, the workplace dynamic at the Arthur JE Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, and workforce projections in Radiation Oncology. 

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we're joined by Dr. Justin Oh, a Radiation Oncologist at BC Cancer in Vancouver who specializes in CNS and pediatric cancers, and has a strong research interest in population-based outcomes.

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today, we’re joined by Dr. Renata Peixoto, an oncology specialist based in Vancouver and Brazil, with expertise in gastrointestinal cancers, and a strong focus on advancing patient-centered care and research.

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re joined by Dr. Derek Tsang, a Radiation Oncologist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and Program Director of the Radiation Oncology Residency Program at the University of Toronto. He takes us through the differences in treating children and adults with brain tumours, how he maintains emotional resilience, and upcoming innovations in Radiation Oncology. 

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today, we’re joined by Dr. Chloe Lim, a 5th-year Medical Oncology Co-Lead Resident at the University of British Columbia. She takes us through how she co-founded the Learn Oncology podcast (the one you’re listening to right now!), as well as her journey to Medical Oncology.

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re talking with Dr. Howie Lim, a Medical Oncologist at BC Cancer Centre Vancouver. He takes us through his love for GI oncology, his prior experience as past program director, and multiple hats that he wears outside from his clinical role as medical oncologist. Please provide us feedback on the episode! : https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_egHOYIJteV0KqOO

We are excited to introduce a new series in the Learn Oncology podcast called Pathways in Oncology. This series will illustrate how patients "flow" through our healthcare system, including the different healthcare providers they might interact with and challenges they might experience. The first episode is focused on lung cancer.Click this link to view an infographic that summarizes the main points of this episode!

Additional Resources:https://www.learnoncology.ca/modules/lung-cancer
https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2022/0200/p144.html

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re talking with Dr. Michael Peacock, a Radiation Oncologist at BC Cancer Centre Vancouver. He takes us through his love for radiation oncology, and his interest in brachytherapy. This episode focuses on Please provide us feedback on the episode! 

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re talking with Dr. Alex Louie, a Radiation Oncologist at Odette Cancer Centre and Clinician Scientist at the University of Toronto. He takes us through his love of music, his later found love of answering interesting and practice changing clinical questions, and his tips to stay resilient through a career in medicine. Please provide us feedback on the episode! 

Today we introduce our first Medical Oncologist to the series, Dr. Christine Simmons! She is a Medical Oncologist at BC Cancer Agency, also current program director for the UBC Medical Oncology Residency Program. We explore her path to medical education within medical oncology and her contribution with different levels of trainees. Please provide us feedback on the episode! : https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_egHOYIJteV0KqOO

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce a new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re talking with Dr. David Palma, a Radiation Oncologist at London Health Sciences Centre. He takes us through the basics of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy, and what medical students should know about Radiation Oncology for the years to come. Please provide us feedback on the episode! : https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_egHOYIJteV0KqOO

In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce new series, Cancer Careers! Today we’re talking with Dr. Austin Sim, a Radiation Oncologist at The Ohio State University. He guides on all things mentorship: its importance in radiation oncology and how to seek mentors as a medical student.

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In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce new series, Cancer Careers! We present to you Dr. Fuller, a Radiation Oncologist from the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Austin, Texas. In this episode, we explore his path as a radiation oncologist and a day in his life. 

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In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce new series, Cancer Careers! We present to you Dr. Duimering, a Radiation Oncologist from the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton, Alberta. In this episode, we explore her path as a radiation oncologist and interesting facts about being a radiation oncologist.

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In collaboration with ROESCG, we introduce new series, Cancer Careers! We present to you Dr. Ingledew, our founder of LearnOncology and a radiation oncologist in Vancouver. In this episode, we explore her day as a radiation oncologist and interesting facts about being a radiation oncologist.

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In our LearnOncology mini series, Basics of Oncology, listen to learn about basics of cancer treatment! Thank you to Conley Kriegler, Medical Student at University of Sasketchewan (Class of 2021) for writing and producing this episode. 

Our learning adjectives are the following:

1. Local and Systemic treatments
   
2. Treatment intent: both curative and palliative
   
3. 3 factors that guide management: Tumor Factors, Treatment Factors, Patient Factors
   

Learn about one of the medical emergencies in oncology: febrile neutropenia! Written and recorded by our fabulous Leanne Kim, McMaster University Medical Student, Graduating class of 2021. 

1. What is the definition of febrile neutropenia and why is it important to know?
   
2. Who is at risk for developing febrile neutropenia?
   
3. Why does febrile neutropenia develop?
   
4. How should you approach history-taking and physical examination of a patient with febrile neutropenia?
   
5. What investigations should be ordered for work-up of a patient with febrile neutropenia?
   
6. Are there any risk-stratifying tools for febrile neutropenia?
   
7. How do you treat febrile neutropenia?
   

Learn about one of the medical oncology emergencies: superior vena cava syndrome!

Our learning objectives are as followed:

1. Basic anatomy of the Superior vena cava

2. Pathophysiology of Superior vena cava syndrome

3. Clinical signs and symptoms of Superior vena cava syndrome

4. Investigations and alternative diagnoses

5. Basic management of SVC Syndrome

Learn about the basic mechanisms of spread in oncology! 

Our learning objectives are:

1. The three basic mechanisms of cancer spread: Direct, Lymphatic, and Hematogenous spread

2. How knowledge of cancer spread influences our assessment of patients

3. How the mechanisms of spread correlate with the TNM staging system for cancer

Learn about Spinal Cord Compression with us today! We will go through relevant case, and explore anatomy, presentation, pathophysiology, investigations, and treatment!