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Learn how to embrace collaborative cancer care with CBC's Michelle Eliot

Learn how to embrace collaborative cancer care with CBC’s Michelle Eliot

Attend an alumni UBC webinar on Feb. 4, 2025

MEDTalks: Embracing collaborative cancer care
(alumni.ubc.ca)

Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a team to care for a patient with cancer and other chronic illnesses. For this reason and more, it is vital to deepen your understanding of compassionate and comprehensive care.

On World Cancer Day, February 4, 2025 at 12:00 p.m., CBC's Michelle Eliot will moderate a free alumni UBC webinar, alongside notable experts to share insights on how collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches can improve outcomes for cancer patients. 

Join the conversation and discover why integrated care is essential and learn how you can support yourself and loved ones through their treatment journeys. 

Speakers:

  • Dr. Kim Nguyen Chi — Medical Oncologist, BC Cancer – Vancouver Centre and Vancouver Prostate Centre; Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, BC Cancer; Professor, Faculty of Medicine, UBC; and Shrum Chair in Prostate Cancer Research
  • Dr. Denise Laronde — Professor, UBC Faculty of Dentistry; Director, BC Oral Cancer Prevention Program; Director, BC Oral Cancer Prevention Program; Distinguished Associate Scientist BC Cancer Research Institute
  • Arlene Nguyen — Oncology Dietitian, BC Cancer
  • Amy Rappaport — Counsellor/Social Worker, Private Practice
  • Jennifer Suess — Pharmacy Professional Practice Leader, BC Cancer – Abbotsford

This UBC event is open to everyone but registration is required. For more information, please visit alumni.ubc.ca.