MedInsights Unleashed

In this MedInsights Unleashed episode, Dr. Christine Simmons, MD, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at UBC (University of British Columbia) and specialist in breast cancer and sarcoma, provides an in-depth exploration of the breast cancer journey, focusing on diagnosis, staging, and cutting-edge treatments for triple-negative breast cancer . She discusses the critical role of subtype...

In this MedInsights Unleashed episode, Dr Christine Simmons MD, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at UBC (University of British Columbia) and specialist in breast cancer and sarcoma, discusses breast cancer awareness, emphasizing the importance of regular screenings for early detection—especially post-COVID-19, as screening rates have significantly dropped. Early detection leads to be...

Elen Baloyan, MD, Oncology Fellow at Yeolyan Hematology and Oncology Center in Yerevan, Armenia, shares her insightful journey in this MedInsights Unleashed podcast episode. She addresses the financial toxicity affecting both doctors and patients in Armenia, which often leads to treatment refusals and late diagnoses due to high costs. Despite government efforts to support cancer care, the financia...

In this episode of MedInsights Unleashed, Dr. Oliver Bathe MD FRCSC, Professor of Surgery and Oncology University, CEO Qualisure Diagnostics Inc. discusses his journey from surgical oncology to pioneering precision cancer care. He delves into the role of machine learning in analyzing vast genomic databases to personalize treatment and improve patient outcomes. Dr. Bathe shares personal insights, e...

In this MedInsights Unleashed episode, Dr. Ari Rosenberg from University Chicago Medical Center, delves into the complexities and advancements in the treatment of head and neck cancers. Despite the recurrence and resistance these cancers often develop, immunotherapy has marked a significant breakthrough, especially in releasing the immune system's brakes. Although its introduction in early-stage c...

In this episode Professor Philippe Merle explains the interplay between chronic liver conditions and the development of HCC. The conversation highlights the significance of early diagnosis and consistent patient monitoring to catch the disease in its nascent stages. Professor Merle also discusses the evolving landscape of HCC treatments, including innovative therapies and the benefits of a multidi...

In this episode of Med Insights Unleashed, hosts Zee and John welcome Michael Staehler MD Ph. D, Professor of Urology at the University of Munich and Head the Interdisciplinary Center for Renal Tumors at Ludwig-Maximilian University, Munich. to discuss renal cell carcinoma. He explains how patient selection and managing side effects, including sexual dysfunction, play critical roles in effective c...

In this episode, hosts Zahra and John welcome Dr. Ari Rosenberg from University Chicago Medical Center, to explore head and neck cancer, a disease affecting nearly 900,000 people annually worldwide. Dr. Rosenberg delves into the complexities of diagnosing and treating cancers in the head and neck region. The discussion highlights the significant role of HPV, particularly in oropharynx cancers, and...

In this episode, Professor Escudier from Gustave Roussy, a major cancer center in Paris France, discusses the advances in kidney cancer treatment over the past 30 years. Professor Escudier discusses the significance of the Keynote 564, the first positive trial in adjuvant renal cell cancer. He explains how these findings impact first-line treatment decisions for metastatic kidney cancer. He discus...

In this episode, Dr. Ariel Goldman and Lewis Collins discuss the advancements in hip fracture care. They highlight the urgent need for timely surgical intervention and reveal how these practices have successfully reduced complications and mortality rates. Focusing on the aging population and osteoporosis, they stress the importance of understanding risk factors and prevention. They compare exercis...

In this episode, Prof Galle, a hepatologist and Professor of Medicine at University Medical Center Mainz, Germany, has an in-depth conversation with co-hosts Zee and John of MedInsights Unleashed on the late breaking data, CM9DW, presented at ASCO 2024. The episode covers: - **Cutting-Edge Therapies:** Explore the transformation in HCC treatment from surgery and transplantation to the latest immun...

Professor Markus Peck-Radosavljevic, MD MBA, is Professor of Medicine and Chairman at the Department of Internal Medicine & Gastroenterology (IMuG) at Klinikum Klagenfurt in Austria. A renowned gastroenterologist and hepatologist, he discusses the importance of understanding risks in medical treatments, clear communication, and considering patient preferences in treatment decisions. Professor...

This podcast episode focuses on radioembolization and its implications in liver cancer treatment. Professor Edward Kim, Director of Interventional Oncology at Mount Sinai Health Systems, provides insights into the use of radioembolization, a minimally invasive procedure that delivers radiation directly to liver tumors. He discusses its utilization across different stages of primary liver cancer, f...

This transcript explores the challenges faced by both physicians and patients in accessing treatment. Professor Vogel discusses the differences in treatment access between Germany and Canada, having experienced both healthcare systems. He highlights the restrictive criteria for liver transplantation in Germany and the limited availability of certain therapies in Canada, particularly for rare cance...

MedInsights Unleashed is an exciting new podcast aimed at providing valuable information and insights for patients and healthcare professionals. In this first episode, hosts Zahra and John are joined by Professor Arndt Vogel to discuss key data from the adjuvant setting of liver cancer. They talk about the challenges of liver cancer treatment, the high mortality rate associated with the disease, a...

Trailer for MedInsights Unleashed with Zee and John, starring co-hosts Zahra Ramji (aka Zee) and John Collins

In their debut episode, John Collins and Zahra, also known as Zee, introduce themselves and their backgrounds in the pharmaceutical industry and healthcare. With a focus on filling the void between physicians and patients, they share their passion for improving patient outcomes, particularly in underserved areas like liver cancer. John draws parallels from his experience as an EMS first responder,...