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Cancer Speak: November 4, 2011
I’m really excited about what’s to come with Dr. Aly Karsan’s posts, but I had to take this chance to talk about some timely …
Introducing Dr. Aly Karsan
Around the office at the BC Cancer Foundation we are still thrilled with the success of last week’s Inspiration Gala event. To those …
A birthday gift that will enhance each cancer survivor’s journey in B.C.
VANCOUVER, B.C. – The path ahead for B.C.’s cancer survivors is about to get brighter thanks to a special gift Gordon Diamond made to …
Expansion set to begin at BC Cancer – Victoria thanks to Alex A. Campbell’s legacy of giving
VICTORIA, B.C. – Alex A. Campbell’s philanthropic spirit and commitment to improved cancer care will live on as construction to expand BC Cancer - Victoria is …
BC Cancer Foundation Inspiration Gala raises $1.5 million to revolutionize cancer care in B.C.
VANCOUVER, B.C. – Inspired by the opportunity to revolutionize cancer treatment in B.C. through personalized medicine, guests at the BC Cancer Foundation’s 2011 Inspiration …
Inspiration Gala raises over $1.5 million to revolutionize cancer care in B.C.
Last night, our seventh Inspiration Gala proved to be an amazing evening. Thanks to the 400 guests who attended the Moroccan- and Indian-inspired event, …
Other Aspects of Research and the Future
Cancer is not just about tumours—it’s about the people who develop cancer. In my career, I have seen a lot of improvements in the …
Phase I Clinical Trials and Drug Development
Dr. Gelmon continues her blog for the BC Cancer Foundation, talking about Phase I Clinical Trials and Drug Development.
Understanding Tumours
When I began treating breast cancer, we treated patients according to whether they were pre-menopausal or not, and whether there was any sign of …
Oncology: We’ve come along way
My name is Karen Gelmon and I am a medical oncologist. As a medical oncologist at the BC Cancer Agency, I see patients with …