Onc Now: Episode 10: Transforming Breast Cancer Care
The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
Release Date: 02/05/2025
Bonus Episode: Reverse Clinical Signs of Ageing with Epigenetic Skin Science
The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
The publication of this content was funded by Beiersdorf.* Tune into this Article Recap Join leading dermatologists and epigenetics researchers Frank Lyko, Firas Al-Niaimi, Hassan Galadari, Elke Grönniger, and Julia Gallinger in this insightful audio recap of an article exploring groundbreaking approaches to facial skin ageing. Highlights from a European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology (EADV) symposium shed light on the latest advancements in epigenetics in combination with innovative skincare interventions. The discussion covers: mechanisms of reversible DNA methylation changes...
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Episode 239: The Second Brain: Transforming Gut Healing: Part 1
The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
In this episode of the EMJ Podcast, host Jonathan Sackier welcomes Douglas Drossman, a pioneer in disorders of gut–brain interaction. They explore his journey from gastroenterology to psychiatry, the impact of the Rome Foundation, and how neuromodulators are transforming GI treatment. This is part one of a two-part discussion, don’t miss part two! Timestamps: (00:00) – Introduction (06:01) – From Rock ‘n’ Roll to Medicine: Drossman’s Musical Past (07:48) – The Journey from Gastroenterology to Psychiatry (11:35) – Breaking Barriers in Disorders of Gut–Brain Interaction...
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Onc Now: Episode 10: Transforming Breast Cancer Care
The EMJ Podcast: Insights For Healthcare Professionals
In this episode of Onc Now, Jonathan is joined by Dr Dave Cescon, a Medical Oncologist and Clinician Scientist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Canada. Together, they explore the transformative impact of CDK4/6 inhibitors, challenges in liquid biopsy research, and the potential of mRNA vaccines in oncology. Timestamps: (02:44) -Swimming in Toronto: Competitive vs. Open Water (08:06) -From Internal Medicine to Breast Cancer Research (14:09) -Translational research and circulating tumour DNA (19:53) -The role of CDK4/6 inhibitors in breast...
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Bonus Episode: Responsibility of an Interventional Cardiologist in streamlining TAVI patient referring pathway
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This medical and educational podcast was supported by Edwards Lifesciences and is intended for healthcare professionals. In this final episode, we learn about how Interventional Cardiologist can play a key role in improving the referral pathway of TAVI patients Moderator Jonathan Sackier - EMJ Speakers: Derk Frank – Interventional Cardiologist, Professor of internal medicine, critical care, and cardiology and Director of the Department for Internal Medicine III (Cardiology, Angiology and Intensive Care Medicine,) at the University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein in Kiel, Germany and...
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Episode 238: Advancing Equity, Sustainability, and Safety in Women’s Health
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In this episode, Jonathan Sackier sits down with Jane van Dis to explore the evolution of obstetrics and gynecology, the fight for gender equity in medicine, and the transformative impact of digital health and FemTech on women’s healthcare. They also discuss sustainability in medicine, and her vision for the future of equity, safety, and innovation in women’s health. Timestamps: (00:00)-Introduction (01:36)-The evolution of obstetrics (04:24)-Inequities and biases (07:03)-Patient safety (09:37)-Racial disparities in...
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Hema Now: Episode 9: A Conversation with the EBMT President
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This week, Jonathan is joined by Anna Sureda, Head of the Clinical Hematology Department at Institut Català d'Oncologia - Hospital Duran i Reynals, Barcelona, Spain, and President of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) Association, to discuss the latest in lymphoma therapies and stem cell transplantation. Timestamps: (00:00)-Introduction (01:48)-Memorable travels (07:44)-Sureda’s journey into hematology (12:40)-Breakthroughs in lymphoma treatment (17:54)-Advances in stem cell...
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Bonus Episode: Bronchiectasis and inflammation – epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment in a nutshell
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This podcast has been supported by CSL Behring. Bronchiectasis is a multifaceted condition with unique diagnostic and treatment considerations, presenting significant challenges for healthcare professionals. Join leading respiratory experts as they discuss bronchiectasis and the latest insights on managing inflammation in rare lung diseases. Topics covered include: Advances in the epidemiology of bronchiectasis and its prevalence in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency Recognising symptoms and identifying risk factors for...
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Onc Now: Episode 9: The Power of Palliative Care
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This week, Jonathan Sackier is joined by Janet Abrahm, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Institute Physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, to break stigmas around palliative care and explore the evolution of supportive oncology. Timestamps: (00:00)-Introduction (03:55)-Abrahm’s journey into palliative care (09:10)-A perspective on cannabinoids (12:21)-The evolution of palliative oncology (16:39)-Breaking stigma around palliative care (20:20)- Differences in global approaches to palliative care ...
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Episode 237: Colonoscopy: The Best Defence
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In this episode, Jonathan Sackier sits down with David Wan to discuss the latest advances in colorectal cancer screening, the importance of high-quality colonoscopy, and the emerging role of AI in polyp detection. Timestamps: (00:00)-Introduction (01:45)-Linking neuroscience and gastroenterology (05:16)-The role of the microbiome in disease (7:44)-Unusual clinical cases (13:52)-Colorectal cancer screening (21:47)-Virtual colonoscopy (23:03)-Faecal calprotectin (25:11)-How to ensure a high-quality colonoscopy? (30:36)-Inpatient gastrointestinal care...
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Hema Now: Episode 8: What’s Next in Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment?
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This week, Jonathan is joined by Marc Hoffman, Associate Professor in Hematologic Malignancies and Cellular Therapeutics at the University of Kansas Medical Center, to discuss novel therapies for B-cell malignancies and current challenges in hemato-oncology. Timestamps: (00:00)-Introduction (03:24)-What is molecular biophysics? (07:01)-Marc’s journey into hemato-oncology (09:36)-Advice to young doctors (13:08)-Treatment advances in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (19:11)-BRUIN study: pirtobrutinib for B-cell...
info_outlineIn this episode of Onc Now, Jonathan is joined by Dr Dave Cescon, a Medical Oncologist and Clinician Scientist at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Canada. Together, they explore the transformative impact of CDK4/6 inhibitors, challenges in liquid biopsy research, and the potential of mRNA vaccines in oncology.
Timestamps:
(02:44) -Swimming in Toronto: Competitive vs. Open Water
(08:06) -From Internal Medicine to Breast Cancer Research
(14:09) -Translational research and circulating tumour DNA
(19:53) -The role of CDK4/6 inhibitors in breast cancer
(29:04) -FDA approval of ribociclib for high-risk early breast cancer
(31:45) -The future of mRNA vaccines for personalised cancer care
(37:34) -Dave’s research challenges and innovations
(39:13) -Three wishes for healthcare