A Significant Role: How BC Cancer Foundation Donors Support the BC Cancer Agency
The BC Cancer Foundation is a valuable partner to the BC Cancer Agency. By supporting the work of scientists and clinicians, BC Cancer Foundation …
Lung cancer
Improving Options for Patients: Bringing the Best Radiotherapy Technology to B.C.
As I mentioned in my last post, I do less research now than earlier in my career. However when I do have time for …
Exciting Developments in Cancer Research in B.C.
Hey folks – this has been an exciting week! On Tuesday a group of us conducted a province-wide presentation of the results of a big …
Introducing December Guest Blogger Dr. Anna Tinker
Hi everyone. First, thank you to Dr. Cheryl Ho for being our guest blogger in November and for sharing her insights in …
Learning from the Past and Looking Forward
So what does the future hold? I’ve talked about how we look back to learn from our mistakes and our successes but we also …
Philanthropy Supporting Lung Cancer Research
Much of my research at the BC Cancer Agency would not exist without the philanthropy of our donors. Lung cancer research has traditionally …
Medical Oncology: Improving Outcomes through Research
As a medical oncologist who treats lung and head & neck cancer, I have the opportunity to work with many inspiring patients and families. …
Multi-Modal Screening: New Hope for Lung Cancer Patients
Although lung cancer arises in never smokers, it is currently much more common in smokers. For this reason, it is important to continue promoting …
Lung Cancer Research: A Look Ahead
I am truly excited about what the next decade of lung cancer research will uncover. Technological advancements such as whole genome sequencing and …
Lung Cancer Research at the BC Cancer Agency: The Future of Personalized Treatment
Because lung cancer is the number one cancer causing death in the world, lung cancer research is essential! Compared to other cancers, lung …