Prostate Cancer
BC Ride propels prostate cancer research
The support of the BC Cancer Foundation and, by extension its generous donors, have been instrumental in our research successes to date.
An example is our …
Cutting-edge research driven by patient experience
Holding leadership roles at the BC Cancer Agency means that much of my time is spent in meetings and teleconference calls.
This may sound boring, …
Prostate cancer clinical trials yield promise
Hello, I’m Dr. Kim Nguyen Chi, medical oncologist at the BC Cancer Agency – Vancouver Centre where I’m also the Regional Medical Director.
My …
PET/CT Brings Hope for Future
To wrap up my blog, I’d like to highlight two exciting ways that the use of PET imaging is evolving:
Medical isotopes are being investigated …
Interpreting PET/CT Images to Offer the Best Cancer Treatment
Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography, or PET/CT, is an imaging method that uses a sophisticated machine to generate images of patients following the injection of …
BC Cancer Foundation Donors: Helping to Elevate Care for Cancer Patients in B.C.
Working at the BC Cancer Agency is a privilege. It is gratifying to deliver the best care possible to patients, yet challenges remain. We …
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 …
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 …
Dr. Ross Halperin: Wearing Several Hats at the BC Cancer Agency
Hello, my name is Ross Halperin. I am the proud father of three wonderful children (Talia 6, Ava 9 and Zane 11) and the fortunate …
The Future: Achieving new possibilities by using all the tools available to us
This is my last post for the month. I hope you have enjoyed my posts!
I am currently working on a presentation for the radiation …