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Welcome to Episode 24 of The Oncology Podcast's Experts On Point series, brought to you by The Oncology Network. 

Join us as we dive into the complex and fascinating world of cancer genetics.

Our Host Rachael Babin is joined by Dr Hilda High, genetic oncologist from Sydney Cancer Genetics. 

In this first part of the masterclass, they discuss where genetic mutations come from, genetic testing approaches, the differences between germline and somatic tests, and what someone can do if they find out they carry a genetic mistake. 

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Supportive Care Matters: A Podcast by Dr. Bogda Koczwara

Welcome to the fourth episode of Supportive Care Matters, a podcast Hosted by Medical Oncologist, Professor Bogda Koczwara from Adelaide, Australia.

Join two trailblazers of the Australian oncology community in this candid, uplifting and warm podcast.  This varied conversation reflects the diversity of Ian’s rich career.

Professor Bogda Koczwara AM and Professor Ian Olver AM discuss medical oncology and the future role of AI, ethics and birthday cake making, relationship building and supportive care research, writing musicals and global oncology projects. 

Join us as we dive into Ian's journey of embracing chance encounters, avoiding burnout and supporting oneself with life-long friendships. 

This conversation is sponsored by Canteen and produced by The Oncology Network.

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Welcome to Episode 23 of The Oncology Podcast's Experts On Point series, brought to you by The Oncology Network. 

Liver cancer is currently the seventh deadliest cancer in Australia. Liver cancer mortality rates in Australia continue to grow faster than any other cancer. Incidence rates 3 times higher among men than women and the survival rate is just over 20 per cent.

Our Host Rachael Babin chats to Associate Professor Eleonora Feletto about efforts to transform Liver Cancer Control in Australia.  

Eleonora leads the Gastrointestinal Cancers Policy and Evaluation Stream at the Daffodil Centre. Her current work focuses on the prevention and early detection of colorectal and liver cancer in Australia and overseas.

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Supportive Care Matters: A Podcast by Dr. Bogda Koczwara

Welcome to the third episode of Supportive Care Matters, a podcast Hosted by Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bogda Koczwara from Adelaide, Australia.

A unique international research collaboration in supportive care flourished, despite a nine hour time difference and the COVID pandemic. 

What are the secrets of success in such stressful circumstances? Why is investing in people as important as investing in projects?  

In today’s podcast, Dr. Bogda Koczwara chats to Associate Professor Lisa Beatty and Professor Hulbert-Williams about their international collaborative project Finding My Way, its successes and failures, and their unique frustrations and triumphs. 

This conversation is sponsored by Canteen and produced by The Oncology Network.

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Supportive Care Matters: A Podcast by Dr. Bogda Koczwara

Welcome to the second episode of Supportive Care Matters, a podcast Hosted by Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bogda Koczwara from Adelaide, Australia.

How can you improve cancer care support services for thousands of patients at a time? Can systems thinking play a role in transforming youth cancer services? What is important when designing tailored and effective support services for young patients who will be cancer survivors for 60 years?

In today’s podcast, Dr. Bogda Koczwara finds out why supportive care matters to Siona Hardy, Director of the Queensland Youth Cancer Service. 

This conversation is sponsored by Canteen and produced by The Oncology Network.

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Welcome to Episode 22 in our Experts On Point podcast series brought to you by The Oncology Podcast. 

Could ancient salt-loving microbes found only in salt flats herald a new kind of biomedicine? Could their sun-protective antioxidative reactions be harnessed in the development of new treatment options for hard-to-treat cancers like triple-negative breast cancer?  

In today's episode, we are transported to Spain  - join our Host Rachael Babin in conversation with Professor Rosa María Martínez-Espinosa, whose research group recently discovered the potent antioxidant activity of haloarchaeal carotenoids found in the Santa Pola salt flats, just outside of Alicante. 

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Supportive Care Matters: A Podcast by Dr. Bogda Koczwara

Welcome to the first episode of Supportive Care Matters, a podcast Hosted by Medical Oncologist, Dr. Bogda Koczwara from Adelaide, Australia.

In today's episode, Bogda speaks to Phyllis Berck, marathon runner, feminist and breast cancer survivor, about her work as a Patient Partner with the University Health Network, Toronto, Canada.

Born from her own traumatic experiences as a patient and driven by a desire to help others, Phyllis is committed to helping healthcare professionals see the 'whole of the person' and not just their cancer. Supportive Care Matters to Phyllis because she believes it prevents unnecessary trauma and promotes full healing after cancer treatments have finished.

This conversation is sponsored by Canteen and produced by The Oncology Network.

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Welcome to Episode 21 in our Experts On Point podcast series brought to you by The Oncology Podcast. 

How common are oral cancers? Why is early detection important? Do GPs and Dentists have enough awareness of these cancers? 

Join our Host Rachael Babin as she discusses these issues with surgeon David Wiesenfeld from Melbourne, Australia. 

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Welcome to Episode 20 in our Experts On Point podcast series brought to you by The Oncology Podcast. 

How often do men with localised prostate cancer regret their treatment decisions? What practical support can be offered to men facing a prostate cancer diagnosis to help them navigate all available treatment options? How can we encourage patients to ask more questions about their cancer?

Join our host Rachael Babin once again in conversation with Dr Ben Smith as they discuss a question prompt list that supports shared decision-making in localised prostate cancer. 

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Welcome to Episode 19 in our Experts On Point podcast series brought to you by The Oncology Podcast. 

Did you know Artificial Intelligence can pass medical school entrance exams? Will ChatGPT revolutionise the way patients find healthcare information? What are the benefits and risks of this emerging technology?

Join Rachael Babin in the second of two podcasts exploring the fascinating new world of artificial intelligence, chatbots and ChatGPT. Rachael is joined by Ganessan Kichenadasse and Ashley Hopkins to discuss their paper on the role of ChatGPT in Revolutionising Cancer Patient Information.

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